Complete your instructor training with the SDI Instructor Evaluation. Final assessment to become a certified diving instructor.
Category: Course
Location: Koh Chang
SKU: Course-Koh-Chang-DC009
The SDI Instructor Examination (IE) is the final step after your Instructor Development Course (IDC). This 2-day assessment will test your teaching abilities, diving knowledge, and leadership under pressure. Once passed, you'll be qualified to teach the full range of SDI entry-level courses.
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After successful completion, the examiner submits your evaluation to SDI Headquarters for final approval and certification.
Once certified as an SDI Open Water Scuba Instructor, you can independently teach and certify the following:
To teach specialties (e.g. Deep, Wreck, Nitrox), you must hold the corresponding Specialty Instructor rating.
Upgrade your qualifications with an SDI Instructor Trainer at Chang Diving Center.
Please meet your examiner the day before at our dive center (4–5 PM) to finalize paperwork and prepare equipment.
Show your skills and become an official SDI Instructor. This 2-day exam brings you to teaching status after your IDC!
💸 9,990 THB
2 full days of evaluation including theory, pool, open water, and classroom sessions – led by an independent SDI examiner.
Join our fun dives and explore vibrant coral reefs, fascinating critters, and majestic marine life — including the legendary HTMS Chang Wreck.
Use our dive site map to plan your adventure or dive deeper into our Marine Life Guide and see what awaits below the surface.
Join hundreds of happy divers who've explored the underwater world of Koh Chang with us. From first-time try dives to deep wreck adventures – discover why Chang Diving is trusted since 2005. ★★★★★
Chang Diving Center offers a remarkable diving experience with exceptional instructors like Andy and Pern, who ensure a safe and enjoyable journey. Guests appreciate the knowledgeable team, excellent training, and a welcoming atmosphere. The center's well-organized trips and attention to detail, along with thoughtfully prepared onboard amenities, make it a standout choice for divers of all levels.
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“Just finished my Deep Diver and Wreck Specialty courses here with Instructor Pern – absolutely amazing experience from start to finish. Safety was always the priority, but every dive was also genuinely fun. Can't recommend Chang Diving and Instructor Pern enough.”
Read more on Google“I completed my Open Water course at Chang Diving Center and everything was perfectly organized. Great service, a very friendly and professional team, and an excellent instructor. My instructor Pern was extremely skilled, calm, and in full control at all times. Highly recommended – 10/10.”
Read more on TripAdvisor“This was my first sea dive after having qualified and the staff at Chang Diving were superb and professional ensuring my experience was the best – in fact I booked a second dive with them.”
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Important Safety Notice:
Please do not use cannabis before or during your
Instructor Exam. Full mental focus and physical readiness are
required.
No Drugs – Lead with Responsibility!
