Instructor Development Course

  • Why not make diving your hobby when you can make it your profession.
  • Imagine a job where you actually look forward to heading off to work in the morning!
  • Every time divers explore our boats and sign up for PADI Courses, many ask "This must be great satisfaction teaching students how to dive" and of course continue their education.

    So as a PADI Professional, you to can do things others only dream of. Whether you currently work in the diving industry or are interested in becoming a PADI Pro contact us today and you to could be actioning your dreams for your future.

    Here at Colona Group we can offer you our PADI Instructor Development Course with our highly qualified Course Director Bent Posejpal.

    Bent teaches all his professional level courses including assistant instructor (AI), open water scuba instructor (OWSI), the instructor development course (IDC), staff instructor (IDCSI) and master scuba diver trainer prep (MSDT).
    Bent's knowledge (that's him above) of the PADI system of diving education is second to none. Bent has been diving Phuket since 1989. He was awarded with Platinum Course Director status from PADI in early 2007.
    Bent

    He uses the latest techniques, tools, presentations and materials developed by PADI, and then polishes it for the best teaching experience for his students. His presentation and counseling techniques make you feel comfortable, confident, and relaxed. This builds a positive learning environment conducive to remembering the information you've been taught. He's been a PADI Course Director since 1994 (trained almost 1,000 Instructors) and that makes him one of the most experienced PADI Course Directors in Asia.

    Bent's talents also run to writing, as he has been published several times in Norwegian diving magazines, writing about upper-level education and about the wonderful diving to be found in Thailand's waters.

    Bent speaks perfectly english and all Scandinavian languages.

    If you like to enter into your new professional career, contact Bent as soon as possible!

    • Go Pro Packages
    • Instructor Exam
    • IDC Daily Schedule

    Go Pro Packages

    To enroll in these courses, you must be a current divemaster, have been certified as an entry-level diver for at least 6-months, and have at least 100 logged dives.

    • Pre-study two-day course with theory, confined, and open water work
    • Assistant Instructor Course (AI) and Open Water Scuba Instructor (OWSI) or the Instructor
    • Development Course (IDC)
    • Enriched Air Instructor (Nitrox)
    • 9-nights twin-share accommodation and lunch
    • All special extras as listed below
    • PADI Fees & required materials not included

    • IDC Basic Package
    • Emergency First Response Instructor (EFRI) or DAN Oxygen Provider Course
    • 11-nights twin-share accommodation and lunch
    • All special extras as listed below
    • PADI Fees & required materials not included

    • IDC Basic Package
    • Emergency First Response Instructor (EFRI) or DAN Oxygen Provider Course
    • Master Scuba Diver Trainer Prep Course (5 Specialties)
    • 15-nights twin-share accommodation and lunch
    • All special extras as listed below
    • PADI Fees & required materials not included

    PADI now requires the teaching instructor to own all student and teaching materials, and all IDC candidates will be required to show that they own these materials during he IDC and the IE. This new standard took effect January 1, 2006.
    For a full list of materials you print out CLICK HERE
    Note: Our materials prices reflect a 25% discount from the usual retail prices charged by PADI or their retailers.
    • Free one-day pre-study (guided self study and pool skills). This program starts right before the IDC.
    • Free twin-share guesthouse accommodation for the first six paid candidates for each program. Email us to see if you qualify.
    • Lunch included during the IDC.
    • Transportation from accommodation to IDC and IE facilities free of charge.
    • All tanks and weights supplied during courses. Rental equipment available for a very reasonable rate.
    • IE pass guarantee; If candidate fails IE, remedial training is free of charge. Next IE is paid by us.
    • Free PADI Enriched Air Instructor training (Nitrox).
    • 20% discount on PADI materials and dive equipment bought through us (cash only).
    • Day trips at cost price.
    • Free beach dives (if conditions allow) before and after the courses.

    Instructor Exam

    After completing all aspects of the IDC or the OWSI program, you are qualified to participate in the PADI Instructor Examination. This two-day program, directly following the IDC, will evaluate you in the areas as outlined below.


    When successful in the IE, you will become certified as an Open Water Scuba Instructor.



    The PADI Instructor Examination (IE) is conducted by staff members of PADI International, and not by your course director. This ensures impartiality and fairness during the testing process.
    Following your IDC, your immediate goal will be to pass the IE. During the last phase of your OWSI course, Bent will counsel you individually and give you his recommendation on whether or not you are ready to attend the IE. It is rare when he recommends a candidate does not attend an IE, but the counseling session is designed to help you make an informed and honest decision about your preparedness.

    IDC


    The Examiner's job is to pass the candidate, not to fail the future instructor. The Examiner will do everything possible to make sure that you get through the program successfully. Their function is similar to that of a video camera; they record what you do and give you a black and white score of your performance.

    Their job is not to teach the candidate anything as Bent has already taught you much more than what it takes to pass the exam. The exam is really just a formality. The Examiner's job is to double check that all of the information is understood and that the candidates are ready to begin teaching on their own.


    The IE consists of four parts. To get certified as a PADI Instructor, candidates must be successful in all four areas. If a candidate is unsuccessful in one or two areas, then that candidate must attend another IE and complete only that area in which he was unsuccessful. For example, if a candidate was only unsuccessful in the Open Water portion of the exam, then he or she would only redo and pay for that part at a later IE. This saves you both time and money.


    The following is an overview of the required passing scores for the IE:



    PART 1

    Diving Theory--closed-book examinations with passing scores of 75% or higher on the following subjects:
    • Physics
    • Physiology
    • Equipment
    • General Skills and Environment
    • Recreational Dive Planner
    • Retest... only one allowed; two or more subjects failed or a failure on the retest results in non certification
    PADI Systems, Standards and Procedures--open-book exam; passing score 75% or higher, no retest allowed.

    PART 2

    Confined Water

    • Teach one skill from the Open Water or Rescue Course to fellow candidates acting as students. Passing score- 3.5 or higher on a scale from 1.0 - 5.0. One make up allowed if unsuccessful on the first attempt.
    • Skill Evaluation Circuit: Candidates perform a circuit consisting of five skills from the PADI Open Water Course. Passing score is 17 total points and no skill below 3.0. A make up allowed if only one skill was below 3.0

    PART 3

    Knowledge Development Presentation:

    Candidates evaluated on a sample teaching presentation. Specific assignments are made before the program. Passing score is 3.5 or higher (on a scale of 1.0 to 5.0). One retest allowed. Presentation should take between 5 - 10 minutes.


    PART 4

    Open Water:

    • Teach two skills from the Open Water Course to fellow candidates acting as students. Passing score- an average of 3.5 or higher on a scale from 1.0 - 5.0. Both scores are added together and then divided by two. No retest
    • Open Water Rescue Examination: Response, recovery, resuscitation, transport and equipment removal of a diver simulating unconsciousness on the surface in deep water.
    • General Diving Skills Evaluation: An evaluation of general diving skills made by the staff during all confined and open water sessions.
    Areas of assessment include:
    • Attitude: Consistent with professionalism and the educational goals of PADI
    • Professionalism
    • Dress
    • Conduct
    • Interaction with staff and candidates

    Go Pro Packages

    April 2009

    Course Begins Ends Description Days
    Price
    Staff 13 22 IDC Staff Instructor 10
    20,000 THB
    AIC 14 17 Assistant Instructor Course 5
    20,000 THB
    IDC 14 22 AI+OWSI 9
    40,000 THB
    Go Pro A 14 23 AI+OWSI+EFRI 11
    46,000 THB
    Go Pro B 14 30 AI+OWSI+EFRI+O2+MSDT 18
    66,000 THB
    OWSI 18 22 Open Water Scuba Instructor 5
    30,000 THB
    EFRI 22 23 EFRI + Care for Children 2
    12,600 THB
    IE 24 26 Instructor Examination 2
    AU$675
    MSDT 22 25 Master Scuba Diver Trainer 4
    24,000 THB

    May 2009

    Course Starts Ends
    Description
    Days
    Price
    Staff 11 20 IDC Staff Instructor 10
    20,000 THB
    AIC 12 15 Assistant Instructor Course 5
    20,000 THB
    IDC 12 20 AI+OWSI 9
    40,000 THB
    Go Pro A 12 20 AI+OWSI+EFRI 11
    46,000 THB
    Go Pro B 12 29 AI+OWSI+EFRI+O2+MSDT 18
    66,000 THB
    OWSI 16 20 Open Water Scuba Instructor 5
    30,000 THB
    EFRI 20 21 EFRI + Care for Children 2
    12,600 THB
    IE 22 24 Instructor Examination 2
    AU$675
    MSDT 25 29 Master Scuba Diver Trainer 4
    24,000 THB

    June - July 2009

    Course Begins Ends
    Description
    Days
    Price
    Staff 29 08 IDC Staff Instructor 10
    20,000 THB
    AIC 30 03 Assistant Instructor Course 5
    20,000 THB
    IDC 30 08 AI+OWSI 9
    40,000 THB
    Go Pro A 30 08 AI+OWSI+EFRI 11
    46,000 THB
    Go Pro B 30 16 AI+OWSI+EFRI+O2+MSDT 18
    66,000 THB
    OWSI 04 08 Open Water Scuba Instructor 5
    30,000 THB
    EFRI 08 09 EFRI + Care for Children 2
    12,600 THB
    IE 10 12 Instructor Examination 2
    AU$675
    MSDT 13 16 Master Scuba Diver Trainer 4
    24,000 THB

    August 2009

    Course Starts Ends
    Description
    Days
    Price
    Staff 03 12 IDC Staff Instructor 10
    20,000 THB
    AIC 04 07 Assistant Instructor Course 5
    20,000 THB
    IDC 04 12 AI+OWSI 9
    40,000 THB
    Go Pro A 04 13 AI+OWSI+EFRI 11
    46,000 THB
    Go Pro B 04 20 AI+OWSI+EFRI+O2+MSDT 18
    66,000 THB
    OWSI 08 12 Open Water Scuba Instructor 5
    30,000 THB
    EFRI 12 13 EFRI + Care for Children 2
    12,600 THB
    IE 14 16 Instructor Examination 2
    AU$675
    MSDT 17 20 Master Scuba Diver Trainer 4
    24,000 THB

    September 2009

    Course Begins Ends
    Description
    Days
    Price
    Staff 31 09 IDC Staff Instructor 10
    20,000 THB
    AIC 01 04 Assistant Instructor Course 5
    20,000 THB
    IDC 01 09 AI+OWSI 9
    40,000 THB
    Go Pro A 01 10 AI+OWSI+EFRI 11
    46,000 THB
    Go Pro B 01 17 AI+OWSI+EFRI+O2+MSDT 18
    66,000 THB
    OWSI 18 22 Open Water Scuba Instructor 5
    30,000 THB
    EFRI 05 09 EFRI + Care for Children 2
    12,600 THB
    IE 11 13 Instructor Examination 2
    AU$675
    MSDT 14 17 Master Scuba Diver Trainer 4
    24,000 THB

    October 2009

    Course Begins Ends Description Days
    Price
    Staff 05 14 IDC Staff Instructor 10
    20,000 THB
    AIC 06 09 Assistant Instructor Course 5
    20,000 THB
    IDC 06 14 AI+OWSI 9
    40,000 THB
    Go Pro A 06 15 AI+OWSI+EFRI 11
    46,000 THB
    Go Pro B 06 22 AI+OWSI+EFRI+O2+MSDT 18
    66,000 THB
    OWSI 10 14 Open Water Scuba Instructor 5
    30,000 THB
    EFRI 14 15 EFRI + Care for Children 2
    12,600 THB
    IE 16 18 Instructor Examination 2
    AU$675
    MSDT 19 22 Master Scuba Diver Trainer 4
    24,000 THB

    November 2009

    Course Starts Ends
    Description
    Days
    Price
    Staff 02 11 IDC Staff Instructor 10
    20,000 THB
    AIC 03 06 Assistant Instructor Course 5
    20,000 THB
    IDC 03 11 AI+OWSI 9
    40,000 THB
    Go Pro A 03 12 AI+OWSI+EFRI 11
    46,000 THB
    Go Pro B 03 19 AI+OWSI+EFRI+O2+MSDT 18
    66,000 THB
    OWSI 07 11 Open Water Scuba Instructor 5
    30,000 THB
    EFRI 11 12 EFRI + Care for Children 2
    12,600 THB
    IE 13 15 Instructor Examination 2
    AU$675
    MSDT 16 19 Master Scuba Diver Trainer 4
    24,000 THB

    December 2009

    Course Begins Ends
    Description
    Days
    Price
    Staff 31 09 IDC Staff Instructor 10
    20,000 THB
    AIC 01 04 Assistant Instructor Course 5
    20,000 THB
    IDC 01 09 AI+OWSI 9
    40,000 THB
    Go Pro A 01 10 AI+OWSI+EFRI 11
    46,000 THB
    Go Pro B 01 17 AI+OWSI+EFRI+O2+MSDT 18
    66,000 THB
    OWSI 05 09 Open Water Scuba Instructor 5
    30,000 THB
    EFRI 09 10 EFRI + Care for Children 2
    12,600 THB
    IE 11 13 Instructor Examination 2
    AU$675
    MSDT 14 17 Master Scuba Diver Trainer 4
    24,000 THB

    Colona Group reserves the right to change the prices without any prior notification.