PADI IDC — Instructor Development Course
A two-week IDC (not the standard 7 days) with five specialty-instructor ratings, heated-pool training, exam preparation and real job connections after certification.
Trip Overview
Next IDC: 29 April–8 May 2026 (IE 9–10 May 2026). Upcoming: 4–13 November 2026 (IE 14–15 November 2026). Dates may change if PADI Headquarters updates them — we post any change here. Payment can be arranged in instalments.
- Duration
- 1 day
- Departures
- Next departure 1 Jan
- From
- €1,250
Itinerary
- Two weeks to instructor **Instructor development** — Curriculum, confined water and open water with our IDC Staff. **Five specialty instructor ratings** — Enriched Air, Oxygen Provider, Navigation, Dive Against Debris, Deep. **Exam preparation** — Time to arrive at the IE ready, not rushed. **After** — Résumé workshop and real job linking. Day 1
Frequently Asked Questions
Why two weeks instead of seven days?
Seven days are not enough for the information our Instructor Development staff want you to leave with. Two weeks means better preparation and a calmer path to the Instructor Examination.
Which languages is the IDC offered in?
Greek, English and Arabic.
What is included in the package?
Résumé workshop and job linking, airport pick-up and drop-off, heated-pool training, free equipment rental, Wi-Fi, drinks, accommodation offers, 10% off gear, and five specialty instructor ratings.
When is the next IDC?
29 April–8 May 2026 (IE 9–10 May) and 4–13 November 2026 (IE 14–15 November). PADI Headquarters may change dates; we update this page if they do.