How long does it take to become a divemaster?

If you’re at least 18 years old and meet the prerequisites listed above, it’s possible to become a PADI Divemaster in two very intense weeks. Most divemaster candidates complete their training over three weeks to six months.

What are the PADI Divemaster swim test requirements?

There are three swimming assessments and one treading water exercise. Accommodations can be made for candidates with physical impairments. Swim 400 metres nonstop without swimming aids. Use any stroke or combination of strokes. Swim 800 metres face down – nonstop – using mask, snorkel and fins only. Use of arms or flotation aids is not permitted unless the candidate has a physical impairment. Tow or push a diver for 100 metres nonstop, at the surface, without assistance. Both divers wear full scuba equipment. Tread water, drown-proof, bob or float using no aids and wearing only a swimsuit for 15 minutes. Hold hands (not arms) out of the water for the last two minutes. Candidates with a physical impairment that makes it difficult or impossible to hold their hands out of the water may skip the hand-raising challenge with no reduction in score.

How many dives are required to become a divemaster?

To become a certified divemaster you need at least 60 logged dives. Only 40 dives are required to begin divemaster training. The number of dives you’ll make during the course varies.

What are divemasters allowed to do?

PADI Divemasters can: - Assist certified PADI Instructors with training and non-training diving activities - Guide certified scuba divers on fun dives - Lead Discover Local Diving programs - Assist with Discover Scuba Diving programs - Conduct the PADI ReActivate® scuba refresher program - Teach Discover Snorkeling and PADI Advanced Snorkeler courses - Organise and lead conservation activities With additional training, divemasters can also work as equipment repair techs, deck hands, become boat captains and more.

Divemaster

Name: Divemaster
Price: 1,500 AUD
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$1,500

About the Course

Learn how to lead underwater tours, assist with scuba classes and inspire others to care about the ocean. Hone your skills and be the diver everyone admires. Divemaster is the most popular and most recognised professional scuba certification in the world. PADI Divemasters enjoy abundant career opportunities, get paid to scuba dive and share their love for the ocean.

Learn How to

Lead guided dives
Assist with classes
Give a dive briefing
Conduct refresher training

Take This Course If You Want to

Gain professional-level dive skills
Start your scuba diving career
Share your passion for the ocean
Mentor other divers

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How to Become a Divemaster

Overview

The divemaster course includes knowledge development (in-person and online), confined water practice sessions and open water training. Your PADI Instructor will also lead you through skill workshops and hands-on practical activities.

Prerequisites

Minimum age: 18 (15 for Junior Divemaster)
Rescue Diver (or equivalent certification)
Emergency First Response Primary and Secondary Care training (or qualifying training) within 24 months
40 logged dives (20 for Junior Divers)

PADI eLearning

Interactive lessons cover divemaster-led programs and activities, diver safety and risk management, the aquatic environment and more. Study online or offline using a computer or mobile device. Connect with your instructor whenever you have a question.

Time commitment: 8-12 hours

With Your Instructor

Gain practical experience giving dive briefings, assisting with classes and leading underwater tours. Learn how to anticipate problems and provide assistance, create an Emergency Assistance Plan and improve your navigation and problem-solving skills through practical workshops. The PADI Divemaster course includes three swimming assessments and one treading water exercise.

Time commitment: Approx 50 hours

After This Course

As a certified PADI Divemaster, you’re eligible to enrol in the PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC) and become a PADI Instructor or Assistant Instructor. You can also work with a PADI Course Director and become qualified to teach select PADI specialty courses. Divemasters may also qualify to teach: - PADI Mermaid™ courses - PADI Freediver™ courses - Emergency First Response® first aid and CPR courses

Junior Divers

Divers who are younger than 18 but at least 15 may enroll in the PADI Junior Divemaster program. Junior Divemaster is a sub-set of the PADI Divemaster course. Junior Divemaster candidates may complete a significant portion of the divemaster course, but additional training is required when the Junior Divemaster turns 18.