SSI INSTRUCTOR CAREER PATHWAY

Advance Wreck Courses
 Diving Instructor in Thailand

From the time man had the urge to explore the underwater world, the pleasures were denied to the vast majority until scuba training and equipment were developed in its present form. Now that diving is accessible to anyone, there is a high demand for people who have a passion for diving and want to share that experience with others.

For SSI, the most important step in a Dive Professional´s career is becoming a person who can train new divers – the SSI Open Water Instructor.

The Open Water Instructor´s mission is to inspire and influence beginners to grow in their diving experiences with the goal of making them committed divers. The goal of the Instructor Training Course (ITC) is to increase your retail business and industry knowledge, expand your teaching skills and add professional presentation/sales experience through modern workshops and practical applications. It is an opportunity to learn how to deliver “The Ultimate Dive Experience.”

The SSI Instructor Training Course is a unique program that has stood the test of time. In order to stay competitive in today’s diving industry, the program has been updated to ensure that all Dive Professionals are equipped with the latest retail business training and industry knowledge. A newly certified SSI Open Water Instructor can be absolutely sure to have all necessary skills and knowledge to work successfully.


OWI OPEN WATER INSTRUCTOR (OWI)
After achieving the Dive Control Specialist rating, you enroll in the Instructor Training Course.

On successful completion you can attend an Instructor Evaluation.

Passing earns you the Open Water Instructor. You can teach and issue certifications for Open Water Diver, Advanced Adventurer and other programs.


SPISPECIALTY INSTRUCTOR (SPI)
After your Open Water Instructor, you can start working towards Specialty Instructor.

You can qualify by attending Specialty Instructor Seminars or co-teaching Specialty Programs with a qualified instructor.

If you already hold Specialties as a Training Specialist, they will be automatically upgraded to Specialty Instructor.


AOWIADVANCED OPEN WATER INSTRUCTOR (AOWI)
Simply qualify for a total of four Specialty Instructor ratings, issue 15 Specialty certifications and you automatically upgrade to the Advanced Open Water Instructor.

You are now qualified to teach the Snorkel Instructor program, plus any other Specialties you are qualified to teach.


DMIDIVEMASTER INSTRUCTOR (DMI)
As Advanced Open Water Instructor you are eligible to become a Divemaster Instructor.

This is an important step in the continuation of your Dive Professional career! As a Divemaster Instructor you are qualified to issue Science of Diving, Dive Guide and Divemaster certifications.