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Instructor Development Course PADI

IDC Bocas del Toro

The Instructor Development Course prepares you to become part of the Professional Association of Diving Instructors and teach scuba worldwide.

Duration*

2 weeks ≈

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$3500.00

Become instructor
Expert mentorship
Professional certification
International standard
IDC 5 Star Resort
Teach worldwide

* Includes the time and cost of the EFR instructor course. Does not include the PADI exam period or costs.

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Customer experiences

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★★★★★

IDC dream team 😜 ! Already 1 year and a half ago…. For those unfamiliar with the term, IDC stands for Instructor Development Course. That’s how you become a PADI dive instructor… IDC can seem expensive, but it is really worth it if you’re passionate about diving.

Liza R

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★★★★★

I did my IDC with Bocas Dive Center, people was really nice, specially the Diveshop manager, he stayed studying with me until 2 am explaining my theory stuff =) The resort is pretty and clean too. The owners, Janet and Gady are super nice people.

Martina A

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★★★★★

Me and my girlfriend did our instructor course with Bocas Dive Center and it was top class. We absolutely loved it. The staff are super friendly and professional and they let you in as one in the family from the first day.
Bocas Dive Center is the only 5 IDC center in the whole of Panama.

Thom P

Wildlife you might observe during the course

Starfish

Bright orange echinoderm resting on sandy seabeds, moving slowly, regenerating arms, symbolizing tropical marine life in Bocas del Toro waters.

Squid

Intelligent cephalopod with changing colors, swift jet propulsion, large eyes, and fascinating nocturnal behavior in tropical Caribbean waters at night.

Coral

Living colonial organism forming colorful reefs, providing shelter, biodiversity, coastal protection, and essential foundation for underwater ecosystems everywhere today.

Summary of the Instructor Development Course

Teaching Skills

Learn to present academic sessions, confined water skills, and open water training using proven, effective instructional methods.

Growth

Develop leadership, problem-solving, and diver evaluation skills essential for teaching safely and confidently in real teaching environments.

Career

Work as a scuba instructor anywhere in the world, sharing your passion while building a flexible, rewarding diving career.

Preparation

Receive complete preparation for the Instructor Examination, with guidance, workshops, and practical teaching experience.

Where is it done?

The course program takes place at Bocas Divecenter, a calm bay with good conditions throughout the year.

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