Option 1 - Extended periodThe core lessons of an instructor course take 4 days for the Assistant Instructor Course, 5 days for the Open Water Scuba Instructor Course and 2 days for the Instructor Examination. This schedule leaves no time for remediation of problems you may experience – the schedule is set from the beginning to the end. We can offer you the possibility of an extended time frame. You could for example plan a total of three weeks before one of the Instructor Examination dates. In that case we will work with you at a reduced speed and take the time to remediate all problems you experience, give you personal guidance to improve your skill level or theory knowledge or allow more practice on presentations in the classroom, pool or open water. A proven approach could be to remediate an insufficient knowledge of diving equipment by integrating the Equipment Specialty Instructor course in your schedule and take similar approaches for other challenges we encounter. An added advantage is that all approaches we take to help you toward your goal of becoming a PADI Instructor are charged at the rate for instructor training (which is lower than the rate for Instructor Continuing Education) and that you possibly leave the instructor course with additional qualifications. |
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If traveling to Cannes more than once is an option for you (or if you live close), we can split your training in several smaller parts. This allows you to become an instructor without blocking a longer vacation period and it gives the possibility of remediation of difficulties you experience in one step before progressing to the next. When you opt for this possibility, you need to consult us for the dates – for certain sessions the presence of other candidates is required. A good way to assure this is to plan the last three days before an Instructor Examination as part of your schedule.
A good option for all (even if you do the rest of the Instructor Course in one go) is to take the one day IDC orientation day several weeks ahead of the program. This allows us to explain exactly what you are going to be confronted with and do a verification of your level of skill and knowledge. The day is completed with a personal session in which we explain you the steps to take to prepare yourself – based on your personal level and situation.
For certain aspects of your training, we can provide the possibility to work at home via eLearning. We can provide the needed guidance to assure an adequate result. By making use of this possibility, we can shorten the time you have to be present during course activities, which might make it easier to fit an Instructor Course in your schedule.
A second option would be to do part of your training with a local Course Director and then do the remainder of your course at the College. Depending on what you already did, the schedule can vary substantially – for any referral procedures you will have to contact us to set-up your personal schedule.
Regardless of the option for your instructor course, you will need to have a full set of books and other materials available.
The College can offer complete flexibility for the scheduling of your course. You can opt for half or full days, do several days of training without taking a break or take your course one day at a time. Learning is a personal experience and you should opt for a schedule that fits your needs. The current prices for our courses and services are found in the latest version of our brochure.
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