Becoming an IDC Staff Instructor is a major milestone in a professional diving career. This rating recognizes experienced instructors who are ready to move beyond teaching individual students and into shaping the next generation of dive professionals.

The IDC Staff Instructor course at Space City Dive Center is designed to develop confident, capable instructor trainers who understand not just how to teach, but how to mentor. You’ll work closely with PADI Course Director Sean Cowher, gaining insight into instructor development, evaluation techniques, and the behind-the-scenes structure of the IDC and Instructor Examination process.

As an IDC Staff Instructor candidate, you will assist with real Instructor Development Courses, helping evaluate candidate performance, deliver presentations, and support teaching workshops. The focus is on professionalism, consistency, and developing the judgment required to guide instructor candidates effectively.

This course is both challenging and rewarding, and it serves as a key stepping stone toward Course Director for those continuing along the professional leadership track.

What You’ll Learn

• How to assist with Instructor Development Courses
• Evaluating and mentoring instructor candidates
• Advanced presentation and demonstration techniques
• Instructor-level standards interpretation and application
• Professional judgment and leadership within the IDC environment

Who This Course Is For

The IDC Staff Instructor course is ideal for experienced PADI Instructors who want to take on a leadership role in professional training. It’s designed for instructors who enjoy mentoring others and are considering long-term professional development, including Master Instructor and Course Director.

Prerequisites

• PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer (or qualifying equivalent)
• Active teaching status

What’s Included

• IDC Crew-Pack
• IDC Staff Instructor training under PADI Course Director Sean Cowher
• Participation in real IDC programs
• Instructor-level mentorship and feedback
• IDC Staff Instructor certification upon successful completion

If you’re interested in expanding your role as an instructor and contributing to the development of future dive professionals, contact Space City Dive Center to discuss upcoming IDC Staff Instructor opportunities and prerequisites.