The PADI Underwater Photographer Specialty Instructor course is designed for scuba instructors who want to teach divers how to take better underwater photos without compromising safety, buoyancy control, or the environment. This specialty focuses on technique, planning, and in-water awareness rather than advanced camera technology.

As an Underwater Photographer Specialty Instructor, you’ll learn how to teach students to manage camera equipment, adjust settings for underwater conditions, and compose images while maintaining proper trim and situational awareness. Emphasis is placed on safe diving practices, good buoyancy, and respectful interaction with the underwater environment.

At Space City Dive Center, Underwater Photographer Instructor training emphasizes real-world diving conditions and practical instruction. You’ll refine how you demonstrate photography techniques, coach students in the water, and help divers improve their images while staying focused on safety and control.

This specialty is ideal for instructors who teach continuing education, lead dive travel, or want to add a creative and highly popular specialty to their instructional portfolio.

What You’ll Learn

• Teaching basic underwater photography concepts and techniques
• Camera handling and equipment considerations underwater
• Composition, lighting, and color correction fundamentals
• Maintaining buoyancy and situational awareness while shooting
• Environmentally responsible underwater photography practices

Who This Course Is For

Underwater Photographer Specialty Instructor is designed for certified scuba instructors who want to expand their teaching portfolio with a creative, high-demand specialty. It’s a strong addition for instructors working toward Master Scuba Diver Trainer or those who regularly teach specialty and continuing education courses.

Prerequisites

• PADI Divemaster or higher professional rating
• Active Teaching status required
• PADI Diver Underwater Photographer Diver certification or qualifying experience
• Completion of required medical documentation

What’s Included

• Course Director-led Underwater Photographer Specialty Instructor training
• Teaching guidance and standards review
• Underwater Photographer Specialty Instructor certification upon successful completion

PADI Specialty Instructor application fee is not included