Divemaster

Take your passion for diving and turn it into a career! The PADI Divemaster course is your first step into the professional ranks of the scuba diving world. In this program, you will transform into a leader, fine-tune your rescue skills to perfection, and gain professional-level knowledge of diving theory and management.

Due to the comprehensive nature of professional training, the course schedule is highly flexible and typically spans over 2 – 4 weeks (or structured as an internship) depending on your availability.

【What You Will Master】

• The Role of a Divemaster: Learning how to supervise dive activities and assist with student divers in training.

• Dive Safety & Risk Management: Mastering briefing protocols, mapping a local dive site, and managing emergency scenarios.

• Skill Demonstration: Elevating your 24 basic scuba skills to a demonstration-quality standard so you can look like a textbook role model.

• Specialized Knowledge: Deep diving into dive physics, physiology, equipment, and environmental awareness.

As a professional-level course, candidates must meet strict PADI prerequisites prior to enrollment:

• Minimum Age: 18 years old or older.

• Certification Requirements:

  • Must hold a PADI Advanced Open Water Diver and PADI Rescue Diver certification (or qualifying certifications from another recognized organization).

  • Must have completed CPR and First Aid training (EFR) within the past 24 months.

• Logged Dives:

  • Must have at least 40 logged dives to begin the course.

  • Must have at least 60 logged dives upon final certification.

• Medical Fitness: Must be medically cleared for diving by a physician within the past 12 months (A physician's signature on the standard Diver Medical Form is mandatory for all pro-level courses).

Join our team and lead others into the blue. Becoming a Divemaster unlocks opportunities to work at exotic dive resorts, liveaboards, and local dive shops worldwide!

【What is INCLUDED】

• Professional Instructor & Mentor Tuition

• All required Pool / Facility Fees

• Air Tanks & Weights during the course

• Insurance coverage during professional training

• Job placement assistance & internship opportunities within the MDC community

【What is NOT INCLUDED】

• PADI Divemaster Crew-Pak & eLearning: Must be purchased separately (Available at our Markham shop with a candidate discount).

• PADI Membership Fee: Paid directly to PADI upon application submission (~$150-$200 CAD depending on PADI annual rates).

• All Personal & Heavy Scuba Gear: Candidates at the professional level are expected to own their complete set of scuba equipment (Massive pro-level discounts are available for gear purchased through our shop!).

• Dive site/quarry admission tickets and boat fees.

• Food, drinks, and transportation.

Because you will be responsible for the safety of other divers, health and fitness standards are strictly enforced at the professional level.

• Mandatory Physician Clearance: Unlike recreational courses, all Divemaster candidates MUST undergo a physical examination and obtain a signed Diver Medical Form from a licensed physician before any in-water training can begin.

• The medical clearance must be dated within 12 months of your course completion date.

• Please note: Shop staff and instructors cannot waive this requirement. If you or your doctor have specific questions regarding fitness-to-dive criteria, please consult the experts at Divers Alert Network (DAN).

• 【Accepted Payment Methods】

  • Interac e-Transfer, Debit Card, Cash, or any major credit card (Please note: there is a 4% surcharge for credit card usage).

  • For e-Transfer payments, please send the full amount to our official business email: ventureteam@trtdiving.com

  【Payment & Professional Registration】

  • Full course tuition payment is required upon checkout to officially enroll and secure your instructor mentorship schedule.

  • Once payment is processed, we will set up your orientation session and assist you with ordering your pro-level materials.

  【Changes & Cancellations】

  • Flexible Pro-Scheduling: Because professional training is highly customized, you can coordinate and reschedule your practical sessions with your mentor instructor with no additional fee, provided at least 72 hours’ notice is given.

  • Cancellations: All professional course tuitions are strictly non-refundable once materials have been issued or training has commenced.