Theory and practiceaccording to the course content
Individuallyscope and schedule
01 / YOUR NEW ROLE
Experience has value. When you know how to pass it on.
01You are a diving professional and want to expand your teaching offer.
02You have a favourite area of diving in which you want to develop other people systematically as well.
03You are looking for follow-on programmes for graduates of your existing courses.
WHAT THE QUALIFICATION OPENS UP FOR YOU
You gain an instructor qualification for a specific approved specialisation. This does not automatically extend your authority to all other programmes.
After the basic course, students look for another reason to get back in the water. Someone wants to improve their navigation, another wants to extend the season in a drysuit or better understand the underwater environment. As a Specialty Instructor, you will help them develop a specific interest and skills.
It is not just about being able to do the activity itself. You will think about how to teach it: what the student needs to understand before the dive, how to prepare an effective lesson and how to recognise when its objective has been achieved. Your own experience will thus take the form of clear, comprehensible training.
We select specialisations according to your current qualification, experience, the environment in which you work, and the needs of your students. You can start with one topic and add others gradually. The scope of each instructor qualification has its own rules.
We connect your interest with your existing experience and what you want to offer students. We will verify the prerequisites of the specific specialisation.
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You will prepare your own lesson
You will familiarise yourself with the objectives, materials and structure of the programme. You will design an explanation that links the necessary theory with practical application.
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You will try out the teaching approach
Depending on the programme, work in the classroom, by the water or underwater will come into play. The trainer monitors the content, organisation and clarity.
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We will fine-tune the introduction to practice
We will evaluate the preparation and fulfilment of the requirements. We will discuss equipment, organisation and how to incorporate the specialisation into your further teaching.
MORE THAN JUST ANOTHER CARD
Teach what draws you into the water.
In Divers' offer you will find topics ranging from practical diving skills and equipment to understanding the underwater environment. The availability of a specific instructor programme and trainer will be confirmed during the consultation.
SSI distinguishes several paths to qualification, for example an instructor seminar, co-teaching or documented experience where the standards allow it. The suitable path depends on the specific specialisation; there is not one common requirement for all.
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In-water skills
Deep Diving, Navigation, Night & Limited Visibility, Dry Suit Diving or Wreck Diving.
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Equipment and experience
Boat Diving, Equipment Techniques, Full Face Mask or Photo & Video.
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Knowledge and environment
Science of Diving, Marine Ecology and Coral Identification. We deal with React Right as a separate area of instructor qualification.
03 / EVERYTHING ESSENTIAL
A clear plan. From day one.
What you need before you start, what awaits you and what to budget for.
BEFORE STARTING
Entry requirements
Appropriate professional qualifications and experience for the chosen specialisation.
Required diving certifications, experience and equipment according to the specific programme.
The trainer will assess the specific entry level and the possibility of recognising your previous experience.
AT THE END OF THE JOURNEY
Completion and qualification
Meeting the requirements of the chosen specialisation and the relevant pathway to instructor qualification.
Preparation and assessment within the scope of the programme; for subsequent teaching, the appropriate active status.
Depending on the chosen specialisation
The time required depends on the programme, your qualification and the chosen pathway. We also plan topics with practical training according to location and conditions.
The school’s facilities. Real water.
Theory and pool training at Divers Direct facilities. Open water is planned according to the specific programme, conditions and agreement with the trainer.
Teaching with a trainer, pool training and open water training according to the programme.
Pool entry, cylinder, weights and air for pool training.
Cylinder and weight for open water training.
Final certification of the agreed specialisation. The scope of the water session corresponds to the chosen programme.
Charged separately
Study materials for the chosen specialisation.
Site entry fees, parking, transport and cylinder fills for open water.
Additional diving equipment, any accommodation and travel costs.
SSI professional fees and costs associated with active status.
We will confirm the specific price and scope for your programme. For professional training, materials, the chosen option and any follow-up assessment also matter.
Before starting, the trainer will verify the current SSI requirements, recognition of equivalent qualifications and the necessary documents. For active professional practice, medical fitness, first aid, oxygen, professional registration and other conditions according to the level are also addressed.
It depends on the specific programme. Some qualifications have different entry requirements than practical diving specialisations. Let us know your current level and the topic you want to teach.
Can I complete more than one specialisation at the same time?+
Yes, several topics can be planned together. However, each must meet its own requirements and have sufficient space for preparation and assessment.
Will you recognise my experience from previous teaching?+
We will review your documented experience with you. The method of recognition depends on the specialisation and current SSI rules; the sheer number of dives alone does not guarantee instructor qualification.
Are the study materials included in the price?+
For this offer, the materials are dealt with separately. Before confirming the course, you will receive an overview of the specific scope, the required materials and any additional costs.
Which specialisation should I choose first?+
Start with what you regularly do yourself and what your students will use. During the consultation, we will also take into account the available locations, equipment and your existing qualifications.
YOUR INSTRUCTORS
This course will be taught to you personally.
Meet our professionals who can teach this course. We will agree the specific instructor and date together.
Adam ŠvancarInstructor Trainer
Adam Švancar
SSI Instructor Trainer #82884
School management, divemaster and instructor training. Nitrox and Science of Diving.
Adam leads the Divers Direct diving school and, as an SSI Instructor Trainer, focuses on divemaster and instructor training. He looks after the quality of teaching and the development of Divers Direct. Adam began his professional career in 2009 in Czech waters as a PADI Divemaster and later an Instructor (Master Scuba Diver Trainer). From 2010 to 2011, he also worked at the Lighthouse dive centre in Dahab, Egypt.
In the Czech Republic, he focuses primarily on professional diving candidates and leads the Instructor Training Course including preparation for the Instructor Evaluation. He works with current instructors on their further education, speciality courses and professional updates. In addition, he enthusiastically teaches Enriched Air Nitrox and Science of Diving courses.
In addition to teaching, he enjoys wreck diving in his free time, and is interested in caves and ice diving.
You can read the full overview of the courses Adam teaches here: https://my.divessi.com/pro/82884
DIVERS DIRECT / YOUR NEXT STEP
Your next chapter begins with a conversation.
Tell us where you are today and where you want to get to. Together we will discuss the entry level, scope of preparation, dates and the full budget.
Practical explanation on the shore01 / 03
Explanation and joint preparation at the table02 / 03
Training in the diving pit03 / 03
02Training and working with diving equipment
03Presentation of teaching aids in instruction
Adam ŠvancarInstructor Trainer
