Assistant Instructor

The PADI Assistant Instructor (AI) course at La Case Marine is the essential first step in your professional development as a PADI Instructor. This program bridges the gap between Divemaster and Open Water Scuba Instructor, equipping you with the skills to assist PADI Instructors in teaching student divers and to independently conduct certain PADI programs under their supervision. You will significantly expand your leadership abilities and refine your teaching techniques, learning to effectively present academic knowledge, manage skill development sessions in confined water, and supervise open water training dives. The curriculum is meticulously designed to enhance your presentation skills and deepen your understanding of the PADI educational system.

La Case Marine integrates the Assistant Instructor course into its comprehensive professional development offerings. The training combines theoretical classroom sessions with practical application, ensuring candidates are thoroughly prepared to assist in teaching various PADI courses. You will gain invaluable hands-on experience in delivering lectures, demonstrating dive skills with precision, and managing student divers in a safe and effective manner. This certification serves as a critical stepping stone for individuals aspiring to achieve full PADI Instructor status, providing them with the confidence and competence needed to excel within the PADI framework.

To enroll in the PADI Assistant Instructor course, candidates must hold a PADI Divemaster certification or an equivalent rating from another recognized agency. Additionally, all standard PADI prerequisites, including age and medical fitness requirements, must be met. The course is structured to build upon your existing leadership experience, fostering a deeper understanding of instructional methodologies and the PADI system of diver education. Upon successful completion, you will be qualified to assist in teaching and supervising PADI courses, gaining crucial experience while working towards your ultimate goal of becoming a PADI Instructor.

This professional-level certification is offered by La Case Marine, a PADI-certified dive center. The program emphasizes practical application, preparing you for the responsibilities of an AI. You will learn to manage student progress, provide constructive feedback, and understand the logistics of course delivery. The AI certification allows you to gain valuable teaching experience and a more profound insight into the PADI instructional techniques, making it a highly recommended qualification for career-minded divers.

As an Assistant Instructor, you will be able to teach academic presentations, conduct and grade confined water skill development, and teach open water dives under the supervision of a PADI Instructor. This course is a prerequisite for the PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC), the next step towards becoming a PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor. By completing the AI program at La Case Marine, you are investing in your future in the dive industry and gaining a significant advantage in your professional journey.