Be a leader who mentors and motivates others. Gain dive knowledge, supervision abilities, and become a role model to divers around the world.

 

 

Go Pro: PADI Divemaster Course

 

Turn your passion into a career and lead the way with The Dive Tribe.

Ready to trade the office for the ocean? The PADI Divemaster course is your first step into the world of professional diving. As a Divemaster, you aren't just a diver; you’re a mentor, a leader, and a role model. You’ll gain deep technical knowledge, master your water skills, and learn how to supervise dive activities while inspiring others to love the underwater world as much as you do.

 

What You’ll Learn

This is a comprehensive internship-style program. Through a blend of knowledge development, water-skill workshops, and hands-on practical assessments, you will master:

• Leadership & Supervision: Learn the characteristics of a pro and how to manage student divers and certified groups.

• Risk Management: Master diver safety protocols and the "business" of diving.

• Specialized Skills: Mapping open water sites, conducting dive briefings, and organizing search and recovery projects.

• Divemaster-Led Programs: Learn how to independently run Scuba Reviews, Skin Diver courses, and Discover Local Diving experiences.

 

Your New Career: What Can You Do?

Once certified, the world is your office. You can work at local dive centers, on luxury live-aboards, or at exotic resorts. Your certification allows you to:

• Assist PADI Instructors with student divers.

• Lead guided tours for certified divers.

• Teach and certify PADI Skin Divers (Snorkeling).

• Conduct Refresher courses (PADI ReActivate) for certified divers.

• Progress toward Teaching: Use this as a stepping stone to becoming an Instructor.

 

Course Requirements & Prerequisites

Requirement         Details

Minimum              Age18 Years

Certification        PADI Rescue Diver (or equivalent)

Experience           20 logged dives to start; 60 logged dives for certification

Medical                 Current medical exam signed by a physician

Safety                    Valid EFR (CPR/First Aid) within the last 24 months

Duration               Variable. Minimum of 6 weekends (Internship-based)

 

Professional Gear

As a dive professional, your equipment is your toolkit. You will need your own basic scuba setup, including a dive computer, dive knife, and two surface signaling devices.

 

The Tribe Advantage: We want you to have the best gear for your new career. Divemaster candidates receive a 10% discount on all equipment purchased through our shop!

 

Where Do You Go From Here?

The Divemaster rating is the foundation for all PADI professional levels. From here, you can:

1. Enroll in the PADI Assistant Instructor course.

2. Take the Instructor Development Course (IDC) to become an Open Water Scuba Instructor.

3. Specialize as an EFR Instructor.

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

How long does the internship take?

Because the Divemaster program is performance-based, the timing depends on your schedule and our course volume. Generally, we recommend a minimum of six weekends to ensure you get enough "real-world" experience assisting with actual classes.

 

Do I have to own all my gear?

Yes. To be a professional leader, you need to be familiar and comfortable with your own equipment. If you’re missing pieces, our team can help you select the right "pro-level" gear with your student discount.

 

Is there a lot of studying?

There is a significant amount of dive theory (physics, physiology, equipment, and environment), but you'll have the support of our Instructors every step of the way to ensure you master the material.