Become a Certified Open Water Scuba Instructor (OWSDI)
Take the Leap and Inspire the Next Generation of Divers
The Open Water Scuba Diver Instructor (OWSDI) Course is the ultimate step in your journey to becoming a professional scuba educator. Whether you're a certified Divemaster or Assistant Instructor, this comprehensive course equips you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to independently teach and certify new divers.
Offered through SDI (Scuba Diving International), this program consists of two essential phases: the Instructor Development Course (IDC) and the Instructor Evaluation Course (IEC).
Why Choose Warrior Dive Adventure for Your IDC?
There are countless reasons to become a professional scuba instructor—travel, culture, adventure, and the desire to share your passion for the ocean. But where you complete your Instructor Development Course matters.
At Warrior Dive Adventure, we’ve walked the path you’re on now. Our Instructor Trainers and staff understand what it takes to succeed. That’s why we’ve built a program grounded in:
High-quality instruction and personal mentorship
A supportive, real-world training environment
Decades of combined experience in diverse underwater settings
Our mission is simple: to deliver top-tier training that empowers every diver to succeed—above and below the surface.
Who Can Enroll in the OWSDI Course?
To qualify for the SDI Instructor Course, candidates must meet the following prerequisites:
Minimum age: 18 years
Certified diver for at least 6 months
100+ logged dives across multiple environments and depths
Certified Divemaster, Assistant Instructor, or equivalent
Current CPR, First Aid, and Oxygen Provider certification (as required by local laws)
Note: First aid certifications such as CPROX, CPR1st, or CPROX1stAED may be completed during the IDC program with a qualified instructor.
What You’ll Learn in the Instructor Course
This professional-level course provides in-depth training in all key areas of dive education and leadership, including:
SDI Standards & Administration
History and philosophy of SDI
Standards, registration, and product procedures
Annual renewals and instructor requirements
Dive Instruction & Course Management
Methods of instruction and teaching theory
Lesson planning and classroom presentation techniques
Using SDI’s home study tools and knowledge quests
Use of training aids to enhance learning
Professional Skills & Business Acumen
Liability, insurance, risk management
Waivers, releases, and incident reporting
Course budgeting, student recruitment, and scheduling
Retail sales techniques and “Successfully Selling Scuba”
Ethics and professionalism as an instructor
Advanced Academic Topics
Physics and physiology of diving
Communication and evaluation strategies
Emergency protocols and dive safety procedures
Course Schedule: 8 Days of Intensive Training
Prepare for a full week of immersive learning and assessment.
| Day | Schedule |
|---|---|
| Day 1–6 | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM: Instructor Development Course (IDC) |
| Day 7–8 | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM: Instructor Evaluation Course (IEC) |
💡 Pro Tip: You'll need a DSMB & Spool for your training.
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Your Next Step: Technical Diving Instructor Certification
Once you’ve successfully completed the OWSDI program, you’ll be eligible to enroll in the:
TDI Advanced Nitrox / Decompression Procedures Instructor Course
Become a certified technical diving professional and expand your teaching capabilities.
Start Your Instructor Journey Today
Ready to make the ocean your classroom?
Join Warrior Dive Adventure and become an SDI-certified scuba instructor.
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