PADI IDC Koh Tao

Why Choose Master Divers for your IDC?

• Platinum Leadership: Training led by our world-class Platinum PADI Course Directors.

• Real-World Prep: We don't just teach you to pass the exam; we teach you how to succeed as a working instructor.

• Small Groups: Maintaining the Master Divers standard with personalized mentoring.

• Success Guarantee: We are so confident in our training that we offer a "Pass Guarantee."

Who can join the PADI IDC?

• Be a certified PADI Divemaster (or equivalent).

• Be at least 18 years old.

• Have 100 logged dives to attend the Instructor Exam (IE).

• Be a certified diver for at least 6 months.

• Have a valid Medical Statement signed by a physician within 12 months.

What’s Included in the Program?

• 14-Day Comprehensive IDC: Covering Knowledge Development, Confined Water, and Open Water teaching presentations.

• EFRI Course: Emergency First Response Instructor training (required for OWSI).

• Unique Workshops: Marine conservation, dive shop logistics, and CV building.

The Path to Instructor:

• Step 1: IDC Prep (2 Days) – Dust off the physics and physiology.

• Step 2: The IDC (14 Days) – Master the PADI System of education.

• Step 3: The IE (2 Days) – The PADI Instructor Exam (conducted by PADI Examiners).

IDC Standard:

IDC Standard 42,000 THB:

This Package includes:

• IDC Prep Course

• PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC)

• EFR Primary & Secondary Care Instructor course with EFR Care For Children and AED Instructor

• PADI Emergency Oxygen Provider Instructor course

• PADI Enriched Air Nitrox Diver Instructor course

• PADI Open Water Diver course assist following the IE

• Conservation Dive

• Master Divers T-Shirt

• 15% Discount on all equipment purchases

Use of Cressi dive equipment throughout the course

IDC + MSDT Prep:

IMPORTANT DETAILS:

All IDC candidates must have the required materials for the course (detailed below)

• IDC Digital CrewPack

• IDC Slates

• EFR Instructor CrewPack

• Total Cost THB 27,000

• All Candidates are requiered by PADI standards to have there own personal safety equipment: dive computer, compass, cutting device, SMB and reel and CPR pocket mask.

PADI 2026 Fees payable directly to PADI in Australian Dollars

• IDC Application Fee AU$ 350

• Instructor Examination Fee AU$ 1,190

• EFR Instructor Application Fee AU$242

• + Instructor Specialty Application Fee AU$ 139 (if applicable)

• Free MSDT Aplication within first year as an instructor

IDC + MSDT Prep 62,000 THB:

This Package includes:

• IDC Prep Course

• PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC)

• EFR Primary & Secondary Care Instructor course with EFR Care For Children and AED Instructor

• PADI Emergency Oxygen Provider Instructor course

• PADI Open Water Diver course assist following the IE

• MSDT Prep Training on 3 Speciality instructor ratings.

• Conservation Dive

• Master Divers T-Shirt

• 15% Discount on all equipment purchases

Use of Cressi dive equipment throughout the course

FAQ:

Q: How long is the PADI IDC in Koh Tao?

A: The core PADI IDC at Master Divers typically takes 14 days, plus 2 days for the Instructor Exam (IE). We also include a 2-day IDC Prep course to ensure all candidates are fully ready.

Q: What is the cost of the PADI IDC at Master Divers?

A: Our IDC packages start from 46,450 THB. Please note that PADI materials (CrewPaks) and PADI application/exam fees are paid separately.

Q: Can I work as a dive instructor immediately after the IDC?

A: Yes! Once you successfully pass the PADI IE and your professional membership is processed, you are authorized to teach PADI courses worldwide.