The PADI Enriched Air (Nitrox) Specialty Instructor course is designed for scuba instructors who want to teach one of the most popular and widely used specialty courses in recreational diving. Enriched air nitrox allows divers to extend no-decompression limits and reduce post-dive fatigue when used correctly, making proper education and conservative planning essential.

As an Enriched Air Specialty Instructor, you’ll focus on how to teach oxygen exposure limits, gas analysis procedures, dive planning, and safe use of nitrox with dive computers. The emphasis is on accuracy, consistency, and helping divers understand how to apply enriched air concepts in real-world diving situations.

At Space City Dive Center, Enriched Air Instructor training emphasizes clear communication and practical application. You’ll refine how you present nitrox theory, supervise gas analysis, and ensure students understand both the benefits and limitations of enriched air diving while maintaining training standards.

This specialty is a cornerstone of continuing education and is commonly paired with Advanced Open Water, Deep Diver, and travel-focused diving. It is also a key component for instructors building experience toward Master Scuba Diver Trainer.

What You’ll Learn

• Teaching enriched air concepts and oxygen exposure management
• Gas analysis procedures and documentation
• Dive planning using enriched air and dive computers
• Maximum operating depth calculations and safety considerations
• Supervising enriched air dives safely and conservatively

Who This Course Is For

Enriched Air Specialty Instructor is designed for certified scuba instructors who want to expand their teaching portfolio with one of the highest-demand specialty courses. It is ideal for instructors teaching continuing education, travel programs, and professional-level training.

Prerequisites

• PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor (OWSI) or higher professional rating
• Active Teaching status required
• PADI Enriched Air Diver certification (or qualifying equivalent)
• Minimum of 10 logged dives using enriched air
• Completion of required medical documentation

What’s Included

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

PADI Specialty Instructor application fee is not included