SDI Assistant Instructor Course: The Bridge Between Dive Leader and Professional Instructor
For divers already certified as Divemasters who wish to expand their involvement in the training process, the SDI Assistant Instructor course is the logical next step. It serves as a crucial intermediate level, allowing experienced divers to b..
SDI Assistant Instructor Course: The Bridge Between Dive Leader and Professional Instructor
For divers already certified as Divemasters who wish to expand their involvement in the training process, the SDI Assistant Instructor course is the logical next step. It serves as a crucial intermediate level, allowing experienced divers to begin gaining actual instructional authority while learning modern teaching methodologies from one of the world's leading diving organizations. The Deep Siam dive center in Eilat offers a focused training program that combines supervisory responsibilities with teaching skills—both in the classroom and in the water.
The Assistant Instructor rating is designed to give you the confidence to stand before an audience, demonstrate diving skills with flawless technique, and manage groups of students in a controlled learning environment. This is the stage where you move beyond being merely a group leader and begin to understand the science and pedagogy behind training new divers.
What are the privileges of a certified SDI Assistant Instructor?
One of the major benefits of the Assistant Instructor course is the expansion of the activities you are authorized to conduct at the dive center. A certified Assistant Instructor can lead refresher dives, introductory dives, and guided dives.
Additionally, the Assistant Instructor acts as the instructor's right hand when conducting in-water skill training. Your ability to supervise students while the instructor focuses on another student is critical to the course's safety and efficiency. During your training at Deep Siam, you will learn to identify common student errors and correct them in a positive, encouraging manner that builds their confidence in the water.
**Course Curriculum and Skills Acquired**
The course at the Deep Siam Eilat center comprises three main pillars: theoretical knowledge development, in-water skill refinement, and practical teaching experience. In the theory section, you will gain an in-depth understanding of SDI standards and procedures, advanced risk management, and the legal aspects of dive instruction. We will teach you how to utilize the organization's digital learning systems and how to create effective lesson plans.
In the water, we will focus on perfecting your diving skills. An Assistant Instructor is required to demonstrate absolute buoyancy control (Precision Buoyancy) and to execute all course exercises slowly and clearly, allowing students to follow every movement. The final part of the course involves a practical internship, where you will join actual courses conducted at the center and gain teaching experience under the close supervision of a senior instructor and instructor trainer. Prerequisites and Preparation for the Instructor Course (OWSI)
To enroll in the Assistant Instructor course at Deep Siam, you must hold an SDI Divemaster certification (or an equivalent rank from a recognized organization), present a logbook with at least 60 recorded dives, and possess valid professional diving insurance. This training serves as the best possible preparation for the full Instructor course. Divers who complete the Assistant Instructor stage arrive at the Instructor course already skilled in classroom instruction and in-water student management, enabling them to succeed more easily in the final certification exams.
Join us at Deep Siam Eilat and start building your professional career in the diving world. We offer a dynamic work environment, professional mentorship from the country's top instructors, and practical experience you won't find anywhere else.
Frequently Asked Questions
Question: What is the main difference between a Divemaster and an Assistant Instructor? Answer: A Divemaster focuses primarily on supervising and managing certified divers (leading dives). An Assistant Instructor enters the realm of teaching and training; they are authorized to deliver specific theoretical content and conduct refresher dives independently, representing a significant step up in terms of pedagogical responsibility. Question: Does the SDI Assistant Instructor certification allow me to work at dive centers around the world? Answer: Yes. An Assistant Instructor is a vital staff member at any professional dive center. The international SDI certification is recognized globally, enabling you to join instructional teams and gain valuable professional experience within the global diving industry.
Question: Do I need to take an external exam at the end of the course? Answer: Unlike the Instructor (OWSI) course, which requires an external examiner from the organization, the Assistant Instructor course is conducted and certified in-house by a senior instructor holding the "Instructor Trainer" rank. However, the required professional standard is very high, fully preparing you for the external exams at the next stage.
For more details about the Assistant Instructor course, you are welcome to call us any day until 7:00 PM at: 054-2444505.
Price Assistant Instructor
*₪5000.00 ₪6250.00*save up to ₪1250.00
