IDC Italy in Sardinia
great opportunity to turn a passion into a profession
IDC Italy in Sardinia
Elite Diving Agency — Advanced Services
About this Instructor Course
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Join our PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC) in the stunning Golfo Aranci, Sardinia—a unique opportunity to combine world-class training with the beauty of one of Italy’s most breathtaking destinations.
Under the expert guidance of Course Directors Paolo Micarelli and Luca Pelizzari, supported by a professional team of 2 Master Instructors and 3 IDC Staff Instructors, you’ll gain the skills, confidence, and credentials needed to become a PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor.
Flexible e-Learning
Study theory online from home with live Zoom sessions, allowing you to balance learning with your schedule.
Intensive Practical Training
Hands-on workshops over nine immersive days in Sardinia, ensuring you gain real-world teaching experience.
Exceptional Support
Receive personalized mentorship from our dedicated on-site team. With a combined 100+ years of diving industry experience, our experts are here to guide you every step of the way.
Career-Ready Certification
Successfully complete the PADI Instructor Examination (IE) and unlock global diving opportunities. With the Enriched Air Diver Instructor and Emergency Oxygen Provider Instructor ratings included, you’ll start your career with a competitive edge.
Expand Your Expertise
In addition to the two included specialties, we offer training in more than 20 additional specialties, allowing you to further customize your professional path.
Unforgettable Experience in Sardinia
Train in one of the most stunning diving locations in the world, with crystal-clear waters, breathtaking marine life, and an ideal environment for learning.
Your journey to becoming a PADI Instructor starts here!
To enroll in the IDC, you must:
- Be a PADI Divemaster (or equivalent from another agency)
- Have 60 logged dives (100 required for certification)
- Hold a valid CPR & First Aid certification (within the last 24 months)
- Have been a certified diver for at least 6 months
- Be at least 18 years old
- IDC Theory & Workshops: Combination of online learning and hands-on training
- Confined & Open Water Sessions: Develop and refine your instructional skills
- Instructor Exam (IE): Conducted by PADI Examiners upon course completion
- Optional MSDT Prep: Gain additional specialty instructor ratings and boost your employment opportunities
Our full IDC program in Sardinia includes:
- PADI eLearning (to be completed before arrival)
- Online Lessons via digital platform
- Instructor Development Course (IDC)
- Emergency First Response Instructor (EFRI) Course
- Mock Exams & Assessments to ensure you’re fully prepared
- Equipment Workshops & Rescue Scenario Training
- IE Preparation to refine your skills before the PADI Instructor Exam
- Marketing & Business Strategy Training – Learn how to position yourself as a top-tier instructor and attract students.
MATERIALS:
IDC Digital Crewpak (Comprehensive Instructor Resources):
- Guide to Teaching
- IDC eLearning
- Project AWARE, Coral Reef Conservation Specialty Instructor Guide
- Open Water Quizzes and Exams, Rescue Diver and Divemaster Exams
- Diving Knowledge Workbook
IDC Slate Pak (Essential Instructor Slates):
- Open Water Diver Cue Cards
- Confined Water Cue Cards
- Open Water Cue Cards
- Advanced Open Water Diver Cue Cards
- Rescue Diver Cue Cards
- Divemaster Cue Cards
- Student Planning Slate
- Skill and Development Preparation Slate
EFRI Digital Crewpack:
- EFRI eLearning
- Instructor Guides (Primary and Secondary Care, Care for Children, CPR & AED)
- Participant eLearning, digital videos, and exams
- Emergency Care at a Glance Reference digital card
PADI Backpack
- A practical and professional gear bag for your materials
- Plus, an Instructor has to look cool 😉
We recognize the importance of Instructor Specialties in enhancing your resume and diving career.
To support your professional growth, we are pleased to offer two specialty instructor courses at no additional cost:
- EANx Instructor
Enriched Air Diver Instructor Specialty
- Emergency O2 Provider Instructor
Emergency Oxygen Provider Instructor Specialty
These specialty courses will take place after the completion of the IDC.
...you will be only 3 Instructor Specialties away from being a Master Scuba Diver Trainer!
IDC Application
- Application to be paid to PADI with Credit Card
IE Fee
- Fee to be paid to PADI with Credit Card
EFR Instructor Application
- Application to be paid to PADI with Credit Card
Specialty Instructor
- Application to be paid to PADI with Credit Card (optional payment)
Accommodation
We offer assistance with accommodation and transport, with options ranging from budget-friendly apartments to higher-end stays near the dive center. We also help arrange airport transfers to make your arrival smooth and hassle-free.
Travel Arrangements
(Flights, transfers, and personal travel costs not included)
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