PADI INSTRUCTOR DEVELOPMENT COURSES IDC
PATTAYA THAILAND
Divemasters can register now for the next PADI IDC - Dive Instructor Course in Pattaya Thailand September 2025
from only 62,000 THB
Join Dive Right for your PADI Dive Instructor Course & IDC training in Pattaya Thailand! Work together with a seasoned Pro Dive Training Team comprised of the best pro dive mentors from Pattaya Dive Centre, Seafari Dive Centre and Pattaya Scuba Adventures.
Our professional diver training experience during your PADI Dive Instructor Course is like no other! With IDC Pattaya, over 14 days, we’ll be there to help and guide you through the journey to becoming a professional PADI dive instructor. Our PADI IDC Team (Instructor Development Course Team) has so much experience and real-world dive industry knowledge that we have developed exclusive workshops and seminars to get that information to you easily and effectively. We not only include Instructor teaching skills but also business knowledge and communication style that makes you become a sort after industry dive pro.
Become a PADI Dive Instructor in Pattaya Thailand
Are you a Divemaster? Become a PADI IDC Candidate and sign up for our professional 14-day Instructor training program culminating in a 2-day Instructor Examination in Pattaya.
Dive Right Pattaya IDC delivers top-tier dive career training for diving instructors unlike any other Instructor development program.
During your training you will attend our IDC Prep sessions covering support and review for dive theory knowledge and demonstration skills review. Also, you will train and pass your exams to become an Emergency First Response Instructor as well. The PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor rating remains the most sought-after dive professional qualification globally in 2025!
"Our PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC) in Pattaya, Thailand, sets a gold standard for training dive professionals, leveraging the location to offer easy access, good living and exceptional training in diverse conditions. Once you have completed and passed you will be able to teach people to dive around the world and apply for dive jobs globally."
Dive Instructor IDC Course Overview
The PADI Diving Instructor Course in Thailand (IDC) has two main parts: the PADI Assistant Instructor (AI) course and the PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor (OWSI) program.
To become a PADI Diving Instructor, you need to work hard and stay dedicated, but he who dares! fins! – Every Fin happens for a reason! We will help you to get the best from yourself. This career lets you share amazing underwater experiences, changing not just others’ lives but also your own.
After finishing the IDC your PADI course director will sign off and send you to your PADI Instructor Examination (IE). This is the final 2-day step, after you pass you will be certified as a PADI OWSI – Open Water Scuba Instructor!
What Do I Need for the PADI Dive Instructor Course?
To join the PADI Dive Instructor Course (IDC Diving Instructor Development Course), you must be a certified PADI Divemaster and have six months of diving experience.
Some things you need beforehand are:
- At least 60 logged dives to start the IDC and 100 dives for the IE.
- Recent CPR and First Aid training within the last two years.
- A signed medical statement from a doctor within the past year. It’s also necessary to become an Emergency First Response Instructor during our PADI Diving Instructor Development Course.
Dive Right IDC Pattaya, a 5-Star PADI Instructor /Career Development Center, allows candidates to take the IE with fewer than 100 dives after completing the IDC. PADI will grant teaching status after the 100th dive.
IDC OWSI Training Overview
- WHO IS THIS FOR?: - Certified Divemasters
- TRAINING TYPE: - Instructor Development Course
- DURATION: - 14 Days
- ENTRY REQUIRMENTS:
- EFR Certification in Valid Status
- Divemaster Certification Level
- Minimum <100 Logged Dives
What’s included With IDC Course?
IDC Instructor Course prep
PADI IDC Instructor Course (AI+OWSI)
PADI IDC eLearning pack
(The PADI Digital IDC Crew Pack includes:
PADI eLearning IDC
PADI Guide to Teaching
Diving Knowledge Workbook
PADI Quizzes & Exam Booklets
Project AWARE Specialty Instructor Outline
Peak Performance Buoyancy Specialty Instructor Outline
PADI Open Water Course Prescriptive Lesson Guides
PADI IDC Slate Pak with backpack Training Materials
The PADI Physical IDC Crew Pack includes:
PADI Backpack
Dive Lesson Planning Slates [Confined and Open Water)
PADI Dive Planning & Skill Practice Slate
Open Water, Advanced, Rescue Diver, Divemaster course
Instructor Cue Cards
EFR Instructor Course (EFRI)
EFR Instructor eLearning pack
Emergency First Response Instructor Manual
You need an Emergency First Response Primary, Secondary and Care for Children Instructor Manual either on CD-Rom (recommended) / Paper version.
In addition, you also need a copy of the PADI Instructor Manual. The Instructor Manual is included in the PADI Divemaster crew pack and as a renewed PADI Divemaster it is available as a free download from https://www.padi.com/mypadi/
For candidates crossing over from another training organisation or PADI Divemaster’s that are not renewed, you can purchase a copy.
All logistics/support for duration of IDC & IE
Our IDC T-Shirt
What’s Additional?
Special Accommodation: We have various accommodation Options – from our dive center internship apartments to nearby condos we have several options depending on your budget.
Our Pro candidates have a chance to secure our exclusive, excellent quality, private air-conditioned rooms with bathroom, balcony and kitchenette starting from THB 6,000 THB a month – *Exclusive offer only for dive interns. See Our Pro Diving Accommodations in Pattaya Thailand
PADI Fees: IE and instructor application fees are not included as they are paid directly to PADI.
See PADI Fees for 2025
When Are Pattaya Dive Instructor Courses & IDC Dates?
PADI IDC Pattaya programs are held five times per year and you can see the full information on the PADI IDC schedules in Thailand
Become the Best With a PADI Dive Instructor Diving Internship in Pattaya
The Pattaya Dive Sites in Thailand are a premier destination for professional dive training, offering deep, wreck, and technical diving advantages that set you apart in the industry. Whilst becoming a PADI Pro in Pattaya you’ll train with Dive Right at both IDC and CDC Pattaya dive centers, supported by a Pro Dive Mentor team comprised of Instructors working from 3 top-level PADI dive centres. that produces higher-standard dive professionals ready for global job opportunities and working as a dive pro.
✅Elite Instructor Development – Train under PADI IDC & CDC centers with a mentorship-driven approach for superior training.
✅ Diverse Dive Sites – Reefs, wrecks and marine park.
✅ Deep & Wreck Diving Hotspot – Train in on famous wrecks like the HTMS Khram & The Hardeep.
✅ Technical Diving Opportunities – Gain advanced skills in deep, Nitrox, and technical diving to expand your career options.
✅ Living in Thailand is Affordable & Great Lifestyle – Enjoy a low cost of living, stunning beaches, and a lively social scene.
✅ Year-Round Warm Water Diving
✅Thriving Dive Community – Make valuable connections, find job opportunities faster, and grow your network in a hub of industry professionals.
Discover Why Pattaya Thailand is Unbeatable for Diver Training.
Turn Passion into Profession
–Train as a PADI DIVE INSTRUCTOR in Pattaya
IDC FAQ ( Frequently Asked Questions
| PADI IDC Course | Dive Instructor Internship | |
|---|---|---|
| Who It’s For | Certified Divemasters ready to sign up for their IDC and become Dive Instructors | New Divers seeking a full, gradual transition to Pro diver Instructor level |
| Purpose | Prepares you to become a certified PADI Instructor | Includes IDC plus extended experience & mentorship |
| What’s Included | IDC, prep for IE, EFR Instructor course | IDC + dive center immersion, skill refinement, optional Divemaster-to-IDC path |
| Duration | ~2 weeks | 4–8+ weeks |
| Structure | Theory, confined & open water presentations, exams | Courses, real-world teaching experience, dive shop operations |
| Experience Gained | Focused on passing the Instructor Exam | Hands-on mentorship, real students, confidence-building |
| Job-Readiness | Certified, limited real-world experience | Prepared with more experience for employment confidence |
The IDC package costs are as follows.
IDC Instructor Development Course
IDC educational materials required by PADI standards.
EFR Instructor materials
The materials include a digital Instructor crewpack, which we can give you access to before you start the course. Upon arrival to your IDC in Pattaya, you will get a set of teaching cue cards that you will be using both, throughout your course and as a certified scuba diving Instructor.
Price: 62,000 THB
There are also fees which you must pay directly to PADI. The fees are as follows:
PADI Instructor Exam – $AUS 1,120
PADI Instructor Application – $AUS 331
EFR Instructor Application – $AUS 228
This is a total of $AUS 1,679. These are all fees.
According to PADI Standards, all Instructors and Certified assistants are required to have the standard diving gear along with:
Timekeeping device
Compass
Knife or diver’s tool
Two surface signaling devices (one audible and one visible)
Dive flag (if locally mandated)
Instructions for your dive computer or the RDP/eRDPml
While we able to furnish a complete set of standard equipment for your training (if you cannot provide your own which is always advised), the additional gear mentioned above needs to be arranged by you.
We highly recommend having a Rescue Breathing Mask as it sees frequent use during your training sessions.
Rest assured, we can assist you in acquiring any equipment essential for your training. Our retail team is also available to guide you in selecting the right gear suited to your preferences and budget. Get in touch with us for further details.
According to PADI guidelines, the IDC itself has an 8-day duration encompassing both the Assistant Instructor (AI) and Open Water Scuba Instructor (OWSI) segments.
Following this, a 2-day Instructor Examination (IE) is necessary to obtain certification as a PADI OWSI.
At IDC Pattaya, our program spans 2 weeks and includes:
Two full days dedicated to Dive Theory and Skill Preparation
Training for Emergency First Responder Instructor
Training for Dive Against Debris Instructor
A Mock Instructor Examination
We strongly believe that thorough preparation is pivotal for a successful IE and a flourishing career in the diving realm. Our approach allows candidates ample time to feel completely prepared, ensuring absolute confidence as they progress to become a PADI Professional.
A PADI dive instructor shoulders numerous responsibilities. These encompass instructing individuals in scuba diving, conducting continuing education courses like Advanced, Rescue, and Specialty courses for certified divers, and mentoring Professional-level divers such as Divemasters.
Moreover, Diving Instructors oversee the overall diving activities for all scuba divers, managing the logistics and operations of dive expeditions.
Additional roles a diving instructor might undertake involve equipment maintenance, tank filling or gas blending, serving as a sales representative, handling general customer service tasks, and engaging in duties like online marketing.
Upon successful completion of a PADI Instructor Development Course, PADI grants certification as an Open Water Scuba Instructor (OWSI).
As an OWSI, you gain certification to instruct the following PADI courses up to the Divemaster level:
Discover Scuba Diving
Bubblemaker
Seal Team
Open Water Diver course
Advanced Open Water course
Rescue Diver course
Peak Performance Buoyancy course
Project AWARE specialties
Upon pursuing additional training under a PADI Course Director, you can elevate to a Master Scuba Diver Trainer, enabling you to teach at least 5 more PADI Specialty courses.
Furthermore, upon completion of the IDC Staff Instructor course, you can commence assisting a PADI Course Director in teaching specific segments of the Instructor Development Course.
Pattaya offers top-notch dive instructor training while providing unparalleled and diverse dive conditions for global teaching experiences.
Pattaya Diver Training is the best and has been instrumental in cultivating numerous leaders in the diving industry and has served as a launching pad for dive shop owners not just in Thailand but across the globe.
The opportunities here span various disciplines like recreational, technical, Drift, and wreck diving, among others, presenting a rich array of choices for enthusiasts.
Many individuals opt to make Pattaya their home or a central base while operating across Southeast Asia due to its vibrant community, well-equipped international facilities, and convenient proximity to Bangkok’s international airport, offering seamless global access.
Diving remains a year-round affair in Pattaya, with over 30 exceptional training dive sites and five shipwrecks to explore.
Beyond the underwater realm, Pattaya caters to both locals and expats with a wide array of non-diving activities, exquisite culinary experiences, vibrant nightlife, expansive shopping malls, adventure sports, scenic beaches, and captivating viewpoints that encapsulate the essence of Thailand’s lifestyle.
For those earnestly considering a career shift, fueled by a fervor for diving and a quest for top-tier scuba training, Pattaya stands out as the ideal destination to realize your aspirations and ambitions.
How Much Does The PADI IDC Cost?
| IDC Courses For Divemasters | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|
| PADI IDC Prep & IDC Course + eLearning & Training Materials Slats Crewpack | 2 weeks | 62,000 THB |
| PADI Fees (payable directly to PADI) | |
|---|---|
| PADI Instructor Exam | $AUS 1,120 |
| PADI Instructor Application | $AUS 350 |
| EFR Instructor Application | $AUS 242 |
| Total PADI Fees | $AUS 1,712 |
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