Understanding the PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC): Common Questions Answered
Understanding the PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC) PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC) The PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC) is a transformative program for divers aspiring to become professional instructors. This article will address some of the most common questions about the PADI IDC to help prospective candidates understand what to expect and how to prepare. 1) What Does the PADI IDC Stand For? PADI IDC stands for Professional Association of Diving Instructors Instructor Development Course . It is the training program that prepares PADI Divemasters or equivalent professionals to become PADI Open Water Scuba Instructors. The IDC is an essential step for divers who want to teach scuba diving and share their passion with others. By successfully completing the IDC and the subsequent PADI Instructor Examination (IE), candidates earn the prestigious PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor certification, allowing them to teach and certify divers worldwide. 2) How Diffic...
