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PADI Specialty Instructor

Add a PADI Specialty Instructor rating and learn to deliver that specialty with strong standards, judgement and in-water control.

Course investment

£145

Enquire now for dates, availability and a personalised training route.

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Booking with a dive centre, or bringing several candidates? James quotes centre groups and repeat bookings individually — ask for a personalised price.

Course overview

Specialty Instructor training lets eligible professionals qualify to teach a chosen PADI Specialty Diver course. Training with a Course Director combines standards, course organisation and practical teaching relevant to that specialty.

£145 per specialty instructor course, with a discount when you book several specialties together — contact James for a combined quote.

Training format
Standards review · knowledge presentations · practical and in-water development
Typical duration
Varies by specialty and your current qualifications
Upcoming dates
Please get in touch to arrange dates
Before you start

Entry requirements

  • PADI Assistant Instructor, instructor candidate or PADI Instructor
  • Some specialties accept qualified PADI Divemasters
  • Meet any additional experience or certification requirements for the specialty
  • Be fit for the practical and in-water work involved
What you’ll develop

Course outcomes

  • Plan and organise the selected PADI specialty course
  • Teach specialty knowledge and skills to PADI standards
  • Manage the environment-specific risks of the specialty
  • Apply for the relevant Specialty Instructor rating
Book your place

Request your course dates.

Choose the month that suits you and send your booking request — James will be in touch to confirm dates, details and payment.

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PADI Specialty Instructor information

Running this with a dive centre anywhere in PADI EMEA, or for a group of candidates? Ask James for a personalised quotation.