This professional level is a complete and holistic experience that reflects the role of highly skilled outdoor recreation leaders. The ultimate dive experience.
The Instructor Development Course (IDC) is split into two distinct sections - Assistant Instructor (AI) and the Open Water Instructor (OWI). Many dive professionals tackle both stages at once for enrollemnt into an Instructor Evaluation - the final hurdle before becoming an ISC Open Water Instructor.
Open Water Instructor ISO 24802-2
Prerequisites
To enrol in this course, you must first hold the Divemaster certification (ISO24801-3) through ISC or another ISO-accredited training agency with at least 60hrs of total dive time.
Medical requirements
You must be medically fit to dive. When you enrol in a course, you will complete the medical screening form, determining if written approval from a doctor is required. All dive professionals require medical clearance to work in the industry (or according to local law).
