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PADI IDC Staff Instructor in Phuket
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Course with Alain Barrat
Introduction
Becoming a PADI IDC Staff Instructor is the next step for passionate professionals who want to play a key role in developing the next generation of PADI Instructors. At Oxybulles Diving Rawai, under the expert guidance of Alain Barrat, Swiss PADI Course Director & EFR Instructor Trainer, you will gain the skills and experience to assist in Instructor Development Courses (IDC), mentor candidates, and elevate your own teaching and career opportunities.
Why Become an IDC Staff Instructor?
The IDC Staff rating is not only a prestigious achievement but also a strategic career move:
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🎓 Teach at a higher level – Assist Course Directors in training new instructors.
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👩🏫 Mentorship role – Guide IDC candidates through their journey to becoming PADI Instructors.
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🌍 Career growth – IDC Staff Instructors are highly valued in dive centers worldwide.
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🤿 Personal development – Deepen your understanding of instructor-level teaching and evaluation.
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🏝️ Live the dream in Phuket – Train in one of the world’s most famous diving destinations.
Why Choose Oxybulles Diving Rawai?
✅ Expert Trainer – Alain Barrat, PADI Course Director, has been training instructors for over 25 years and has certified hundreds of professionals around Asia.
✅ Hands-On Experience – You’ll work directly alongside Alain during a full IDC, gaining real evaluation and teaching practice.
✅ Swiss Quality, Thai Hospitality – A perfect balance of professional standards and a friendly, welcoming environment.
✅ Small Groups – Oxybulles Diving Rawai philosophy: More attention, better mentoring, and personalized support.
✅ Proven Success – Alain boasts an excellent success rate with IDC candidates, thanks to its structured and supportive training.
Course Structure & Content
As part of the IDC Staff Instructor Course, you will:
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Review the Instructor Development process in depth.
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Learn to deliver and evaluate IDC presentations.
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Practice assessing knowledge development, confined water, and open water sessions.
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Assist Alain directly during an IDC, acting as a mentor for candidates.
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Gain experience in course organization, candidate support, and evaluation techniques.
Upon completion, you will be qualified to:
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Assist in IDCs anywhere in the world.
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Evaluate portions of the IDC independently.
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Take on a leadership role in professional-level training.
Prerequisites
To enroll, you must:
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Be a PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer (MSDT).
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Be an EFR Instructor.
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Have a current medical certificate.
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Show passion, commitment, and professionalism.
Course Duration & Schedule
The IDC Staff Instructor Course is conducted alongside a full PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC). The duration typically runs 16 –19 days, depending on the IDC schedule. Exact dates can be tailored with Alain to fit your availability.
Price & PADI fees
Our PADI GoPro In-depth IDCSI Pack
For one person.
Duration: over 19 days.
Price: from 45'000.- ฿.
Exclusive offers for Online Bookings
For one person, a group of 2 or more people...
Duration: over 19 days.
Price: On request.
Our PADI IDCSI Packs include:
✅ Exclusive offers for Online Bookings.
✅ Exclusive: "Homemade Crew Pack" for the IDCSI Preparation's Program.
✅ "PADI IDCSI Crew Pack": digital/eLearning worth 15'600.- ฿..
✅ "PADI IDCSI Crew Pack": Slate worth 2'700.- ฿..
✅ Exclusive: "Homemade Crew Pack" for your Classroom & Water presentations.
✅ Exclusive: Online IDCSI.Prep.P - "Homemade workshops": Dive Theory & PADI Standards.
✅ Exclusive: On-site IDCSI.Prep.P - "Homemade workshops": Dive Theory & Diving Skills.
✅ IDC Staff Instructor: training delivered over 19 days.
✅ "PADI and Homemade workshops", coaching and support throughout the entire course.
✅ Exclusive: 20% discount card on dive trips and equipment.
✅ Lunches.
Our PADI IDCSI Packs don't include:
❌ IDC Staff Instructor processing fees: 227 AU$.
❌ Accommodation: On request.
❌ Scooter/Transfers: On request.
❌ Scuba Diving equipment: On request.
Your Next Step in Diving
Becoming an IDC Staff Instructor is more than just another certification – it’s an opportunity to make a difference in diving education, guide future instructors, and strengthen your own career.
👉 Contact us today to discuss course dates with Alain Barrat and start your journey toward becoming a PADI IDC Staff Instructor in Phuket! As we've implemented an exclusive Online Booking offer, seats will fill up fast! Then! Early Birds booking - first come, first served!
Contact us and book online, whether you attend one of our PADI IDC Staff Instructor training programs with a friend or a family member... Receive an exclusive discount from us!
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