PADI
Divemaster Course
Introductory Meeting Scheduled for
March 24, 2007 10:00 AM at Water World
What do certified PADI Divemasters do?
| Assist instructors in classes | Lead certified scuba divers on underwater tours | Become EFR Instructors |
| Teach Discover Snorkeling | Work at dive centers and on live-a-boards | Conduct Scuba Review Programs |
What prerequisites do I need to start a Divemaster Program?
| Padi Advanced Open Water | Padi Rescue Diver | Medical Statement signed by a physician |
| 20 logged dives | Be willing to learn and work hard | Be at least 18 years old |
The PADI Divemaster Program is a leadership course requiring a high level of diving skills, responsibility and the proper approach to problem solving. The program is divided into two phases. The first phase consists of a series of lectures, pool sessions, and open water exercises designed to bring all candidates up to a standard performance and knowledge level. To complete Phase 1, the Divemaster candidate must also attend an Equipment Specialist Course. The Oxygen Provider Course is also strongly recommended.
After completing Phase 1, the Divemaster candidate enters Phase 2: The Internship Phase. Here the candidate works with actual classes both in the pool and in open water situations. Divemaster candidates are assigned specific tasks during these sessions and are evaluated on their performance.
In addition to the Open Water classes, Certification dives, and an Advance Open Water class, the Divemaster candidate may gain experience by staffing at a reduced cost in a variety of environments such as the quarry, Florida Rivers and Springs, the Florida Keys, Radio Island, and off-shore N.C.
INTRODUCTORY SESSION: Saturday March 24th 10:00am
Schedule: (Phase 1) Example schedule (final schedule to be arranged with group)
| 10:00 am - 12:30 pm | Intro | Water World | March 24 |
| 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Lecture | Water World | TBD |
| 6:30 pm - 11:00 pm | Lecture, Pool | Water World | TBD |
| 8:30 pm - 11:00 pm | Pool | Pool TBD | TBD |
| 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Lecture | Water World | TBD |
| 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Lecture | Water World | TBD |
| 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | Quarry Day | Quarry TBD | TBD |
| 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | Quarry Day | Quarry TBD | TBD |
| 8:30 pm - 11:00 pm | Pool | Pool TBD | TBD |
TUITION:
| Phase 1 | $199.00 |
| Phase 2 | $169.00 plus trip costs |
| Certification | $100.00 |
PREREQUISITES: Advanced Open Water, Rescue Diver, 60 logged dives* (*exit requirement), Medical Statement signed by a physician, CPR and First Aid training within last 12 months
Email us if you're planning on coming or if you have questions
Water World
135 S. Miami Blvd.
Durham, NC 27703
919-596-8185
