
Become the Instructor Others Want to Learn From
The PADI Instructor Development Course at Kraken Scuba.
Qualification Check
Is the IDC Right for You?
The IDC is for experienced divers ready to share their passion professionally. Before you start, you’ll need:
- PADI Divemaster certification
- 60 logged dives minimum (100 recommended)
- Emergency First Response certification (within 24 months)
- Medical clearance to dive
- A genuine passion for sharing diving with others
The Kraken IDC Experience
Hands-On From Day One
No lecture halls. Real students, real conditions, real feedback.
Small Cohorts
Intimate groups mean your Course Director knows your strengths and where you need work.
Industry-Ready
Graduate with the confidence to walk into any dive center and start teaching.
How the Program Works
1
PREP
Online learning + virtual sessions
2
TRAIN
Classroom + confined water
3
BONAIRE
Open water + final prep
4
IE
Instructor Examination
5
TEACH
Begin teaching
Why Train With Kraken?
Kraken Scuba’s Course Directors have trained instructors working at dive resorts, liveaboards, and schools worldwide. We don’t just get you through the exam — we prepare you for the job.
100%
IE pass rate
Global Network
Graduates on 5 continents
Real Mentorship
Not just exam prep.
What’s Included
- PADI IDC materials
- Confined water sessions
- Open water teaching dives
- Dive theory workshops
- Mock presentations with feedback
- EFR Instructor course
- IE registration & support
- Post-IDC career guidance
- Kraken instructor network access
- Ongoing mentorship