SDI Instructor Development Course – Become a Diving Educator
Category: Course
Location: Koh Chang
SKU: Course-Koh-Chang-DC008
Train to Teach – Inspire the Next Generation
Join our SDI Instructor Development Course (IDC) on Koh Chang and take the leap into professional scuba education. This 21-day program combines academic sessions, real teaching practice, and daily mentorship to prepare you for a global career in diving.
Whether in the classroom, pool, or ocean – you’ll learn how to confidently lead courses and adapt to your students’ individual needs using the latest SDI materials.
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What You’ll Learn
- How to teach diving theory and practical skills
- Conducting classroom, pool, and open water presentations
- Evaluating and coaching student divers
- Standards and safety procedures in diver education
- Adapting to student needs and learning styles
- Real-world teaching scenarios and team-based instruction
What’s Included
- 21-day Instructor Development Program
- Daily mentorship and personal feedback
- Access to SDI teaching materials and training aids
- Pool sessions, boat dives, workshops and classroom use
- Skill demonstrations, student evaluations, presentation practice
❗ Note: SDI Instructor application & exam fees are not included.
Course Requirements
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Certified SDI Divemaster (or equivalent)
- Minimum 100 logged dives
- Good physical health and comfort in the water
- Available for 21 full training days
Training Schedule
- 🏫 Theory sessions and course design
- 🏊 Confined water teaching in the pool
- 🚤 Open water training with student simulations
- 📝 Final knowledge reviews and evaluations
📌 Meet your instructor for orientation and equipment check before start. All training is done on-site and on our dive boats.
Start Your Instructor Journey Today
Become a certified SDI Dive Instructor and unlock new opportunities around the world. At Chang Diving, we guide you step-by-step with real-world training and full support.
- ✅ 21-day IDC Program
- ✅ Small groups and personalized coaching
- ✅ Pool, boat, and classroom included
👉 Ready to become a dive educator?
Explore While You Train
Enjoy diving on deep reefs, wrecks and vibrant marine life around Koh Chang during your instructor training. Sea turtles, macro creatures and pelagic life await!
🐠 Discover our dive site map and Marine Life Guide.
Important Safety Notice:
Please do not use cannabis before or during instructor training. Professional diving requires full mental awareness and physical control.
🚫 No Drugs – Teach and Lead Responsibly!
Price Includes
- Free transfer on your dive day from your hotel to the boat-White Sand Beach to Bang Bao.(East Coast pick up on request)
- All Equipment which you need for Scuba Diving or Snorkeling
- Full Set of own Scuba Diving Gear?Discount 200 THB/Day(we provide tanks and weights)
- Lunch, soft drinks, coffee, tea and local fruits are served on boat
- English Speaking Divemaster or Instructor (Group Sizes max.5 PAX)
- Free Wifi on the Boat(max. 10PAX)
- Credit Card At the Shop or Boat (PayPal only at the online store)Payments above 1500 THB Free of charge
- NATIONAL PARK FEE'S NOT INCLUDED
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