PADI Assistant Instructor Course in Dubai

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From 1,600.00 AED

About the Course

The PADI Assistant Instructor course is a professional-level program for divemaster’s who want to start teaching. You learn how to present knowledge sessions, demonstrate skills to a high standard, and support instructors during diver training. The course runs for 5 days in Dubai with Course Director Rania Merched and is taught in English and Arabic. Training combines classroom sessions, confined-water and open-water practice, and assessment with feedback throughout. On successful completion you receive the PADI Assistant Instructor certification, which allows you to perform specific teaching activities within the scope of the rating and under the supervision PADI standards require.

Course Duration

5 days

Max Depth

30 Meters

Min Age

18+

Schedule

Arranged with the Course Director

5 days

Become a PADI Assistant Instructor in 3 Easy Steps

A clear path from Divemaster to your first teaching rating.

1

Meet the Requirements

Hold a PADI Divemaster or qualifying leadership-level certification, 60 logged dives and current EFR training.

2

Train for 5 Days

Build your teaching skills in the classroom, confined water and open water in Dubai with Rania Merched.

3

Get Certified

Receive your PADI Assistant Instructor certification and start supporting instructors in diver training.

How to Earn your Scuba Diving Certification

You move from learning to teaching in four phases: knowledge and preparation, teaching and skill development, confined and open water experience, and professional development. Rania Merched guides you and gives feedback throughout the course, so you finish with the confidence to support instructors on real student training.

What you need to know

  • PADI Assistant Instructor training and practical sessions
  • Theory and classroom sessions
  • Confined-water training
  • Open-water training
  • Professional guidance
  • Assessment and feedback throughout the course
  • PADI Assistant Instructor certification upon successful completion
  • PADI eLearning
  • PADI Crew Pack
  • PADI application and certification fees
  • Transportation to training locations
  • Meals and refreshments
  • The role and responsibilities of a PADI Assistant Instructor
  • PADI teaching principles and instructional techniques
  • Knowledge development and classroom presentation skills
  • Effective communication with diving students
  • How to demonstrate diving skills to a high standard
  • How to assist with confined-water and open-water training
  • Student skill evaluation techniques
  • Diver supervision and group management
  • Risk management and safety procedures
  • Working effectively within the PADI system
  • How to support instructors during diver training
  • Practical teaching experience
  • Be at least 18 years old
  • Hold a PADI Divemaster certification or a qualifying leadership-level certification
  • Have at least 60 logged dives
  • Have documented experience in night diving, deep diving and underwater navigation
  • Hold current Emergency First Response Primary and Secondary Care training, or qualifying training, completed within the previous 24 months
  • Provide medical clearance confirming fitness for diving, signed by a physician
  • Meet all applicable PADI professional-level requirements
  • Laptop
  • The items a diver normally brings to training

Phase 1: Knowledge & Preparation. Start by building a strong understanding of the role, responsibilities and expectations of a professional educator. You work through the required knowledge development and classroom sessions, covering teaching principles, learning styles, presentation techniques, student evaluation, risk management and the PADI system.

Phase 2: Teaching & Skill Development. Move from learning to doing. You practise demonstrating diving skills to a high standard, develop your communication and teaching techniques, and learn how to provide effective support and feedback to students.

Phase 3: Confined & Open Water Experience. Put your developing teaching skills into practice. You gain practical experience assisting with diver training in confined and open water, including student supervision, skill demonstration, evaluation and group management under the required instructor supervision.

Phase 4: Professional Development. Throughout the course you receive guidance and feedback to help you identify areas for improvement and become a more confident dive professional.

The exact itinerary and duration may vary depending on individual progress, training conditions and applicable PADI requirements.

Start dates and daily hours are arranged with the Course Director.

  • This is a professional-level PADI course and requires active participation in both academic and practical training.
  • The course duration may vary depending on individual experience, progress, weather and diving conditions.
  • The PADI Assistant Instructor rating allows you to perform specific teaching activities within the scope of the rating and under the supervision required by PADI standards.
  • PADI eLearning, Crew Pack and applicable PADI fees are not included in the course price.

Dubai Contact Details

Azure Residences, the Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, UAE
info@nemodivingcenter.com
+971 56 7044 472

Fujairah Contact Details

Royal Beach, Dibba Fujairah, Al Fujairah
dive@nemodivingcenter.com
+971 58 5044 450

Don't Settle for Just "Good Enough"

Get Certified in the luxury of Palm Jumeirah, then Dive in the UAE's most pristine waters: Fujairah.

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Ocean Upgrade ✕ Not Available / Extra ✓ Fujairah Boat Trip Option
Student Ratio ✕ Crowded (6-8 divers) ✓ VIP Attention (Max 4)
Amenities ✕ Public Restrooms ✓ Azure, Palm Jumeirah
Parking Access ✕ Paid / Off-site Walk ✓ Free On-Site Parking
Equipment Standard ✕ Standard Rental Gear ✓ Premium Sanitized Gear

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Frequently Asked Questions?

Your underwater journey starts here

It is a professional-level course that prepares divemasters to support instructors during diver training and to present knowledge sessions and demonstrate skills to a high standard.
You must be at least 18, hold a PADI Divemaster certification or a qualifying leadership-level certification, and have 60 logged dives with documented night, deep and navigation experience. You also need current Emergency First Response Primary and Secondary Care training from the last 24 months and a physician’s medical clearance.
The course takes 5 days in Dubai. The exact duration can vary with your progress, weather and diving conditions.
PADI eLearning, the PADI Crew Pack, PADI application and certification fees, transportation to training locations, and meals and refreshments are not included.
Course Director Rania Merched leads the course. It is taught in English and Arabic.
Bring a laptop and the items a diver normally brings to training.

1,600.00 AED

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