How to become a PADI MSDT
Specialty Instructor course conducted by a Course Director:
To participate, you must be a PADI Instructor or currently engaged in an IDC/OWSI program, or have completed one within the past 12 months. IDC/OWSI candidates may only apply for their Specialty Instructor certification after passing the IE. Exception: Divemasters and Assistant Instructors may take the Specialty Instructor courses for Digital Underwater Photographer and Emergency Oxygen Provider.
Additional requirements for certain Specialty Instructor courses:
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Enriched Air: Must hold a PADI Enriched Air Diver certification (or equivalent qualification).
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Self-Reliant: Must hold a PADI Self-Reliant Diver certification (or an equivalent certification) or be certified as a TecRec Diver.
Apply directly to your PADI office:
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Be a PADI Instructor.
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Have certified 25 divers.
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Have completed 20 dives in the relevant specialty.
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Agree to use the PADI Specialty Course Instructor Guide by signing the statement on the application form.