The PADI Self-Reliant Instructor Course is designed for dive professionals who want to teach divers how to develop independent diving skills. This specialty prepares students to safely plan and execute dives without a buddy, making it ideal for underwater photographers, videographers, solo divers, and professionals seeking more confidence in self-sufficiency. As an instructor, you’ll help divers refine their decision-making, problem-solving, and redundant equipment management, ensuring they are prepared for solo diving situations.
What You’ll Learn
How to Teach Self-Reliant Diving: Instruct students on dive planning, gas management, and redundant systems.
Emergency Procedures & Risk Assessment: Train divers to handle potential issues without a buddy’s assistance.
Equipment Setup & Redundancy: Teach the use of backup gas supplies, SMBs, and other essential gear.
Mental Preparation & Awareness: Develop self-sufficiency mindsets and situational awareness in divers.
Course Combinations: Learn how to integrate this specialty with Full Face Mask Instructor and Sidemount Instructor to expand training options.
Marketing & Sales Strategies: Gain insights into promoting this specialty to adventure-seeking divers and professionals.
Why Become a Self-Reliant Instructor?
- Expand Your Teaching Portfolio: Offer a specialty that attracts experienced divers looking for new challenges.
- Increase Diver Confidence & Safety: Teach divers how to be self-sufficient in various scenarios.
- Boost Career Opportunities: Solo diving skills are valuable for underwater photographers, technical divers, and dive professionals.
- Differentiate Yourself as an Instructor: Stand out by offering advanced training that promotes responsible, independent diving.
Prerequisites
- Be a certified PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor (OWSI) or higher.
- Be a certified PADI Self-Reliant Diver.
Want to enhance your professional training offerings?
Consider adding Sidemount Instructor to complement self-reliant diving skills and provide more versatility to your students.
