The PADI AWARE Instructor course is designed for dive professionals who want to inspire divers to become active stewards of the ocean. This specialty focuses on environmental awareness, conservation issues, and practical actions divers can take to reduce their impact and support marine protection efforts worldwide.

As a PADI AWARE Instructor, you’ll learn how to teach key conservation topics such as marine debris, climate impacts, habitat protection, and responsible diver behavior. The emphasis is on education and engagement, helping divers understand how individual choices contribute to healthier oceans.

At Space City Dive Center, PADI AWARE Instructor training emphasizes meaningful, actionable education. You’ll refine how you present conservation topics clearly, facilitate discussions, and encourage divers to participate in ocean protection initiatives while maintaining professional training standards.

This specialty pairs naturally with continuing education, travel programs, and Master Scuba Diver pathways. It is also one of the specialty instructor ratings that can be earned at the Divemaster level, making it an excellent option for professionals early in their leadership journey.

What You’ll Learn

• Core ocean conservation challenges and solutions
• How to teach responsible diver practices
• Marine debris awareness and reduction strategies
• How to engage divers in conservation action
• Teaching environmental topics in an approachable, motivating way

Who This Course Is For

PADI AWARE Instructor is designed for dive professionals who want to add an environmentally focused specialty to their teaching portfolio. It is ideal for Divemasters and Instructors involved in continuing education, community outreach, and Master Scuba Diver training.

Prerequisites

• PADI Divemaster or higher professional rating
• Completion of required medical documentation

What’s Included

• Course Director-led PADI AWARE Instructor training
• Teaching guidance and standards review
• PADI AWARE Instructor certification upon successful completion

PADI Specialty Instructor application fee is not included