| A very popular traveling job is being a Scuba Diving | | | | Have 60 logged dives that include experience in night, |
| Instructor, especially in tropical enviroments. There are | | | | deep and navigation diving to participate in the |
| several diving certification companies, but the most | | | | Instructor Development Course. You'll need 100 logged |
| popular is PADI, which stands for Professional | | | | dives to take the Instructor Exams |
| Association of Diving Instructors. If you are a PADI | | | | Have proof of CPR and First Aid training within the last |
| Instructor, you can teach at any PADI location in the | | | | 24 months. The Emergency First Response course |
| world, as it is an internationally accredited company. | | | | meets this requirement |
| Here are the requirements to become a PADI | | | | Be fit for diving and submit a Medical Statement (PDF) |
| instructor: | | | | signed by a physician within the last 12 months |
| To qualify for training as a PADI Open Water Scuba | | | | There are many locations where you can get work as |
| Instructor, you must: | | | | a Scuba Diving Instructor. Working at vacation resorts |
| Be certified as a PADI Divemaster or a PADI | | | | is a very popular option for those looking for work. |
| Assistant Instructor or be an instructor in good standing | | | | Also, Cruise lines are always looking for diving |
| with another training organization for at least six | | | | instructors. Many college students travel to international |
| months (check with a PADI Course Director or | | | | locals for summer work as a diving instructor as well, |
| Contact Us for qualifying credentials.) | | | | and basically live solely off the money they make as |
| Be at least 18 years old | | | | an instructor. This is a great job because it requires little |
| Be certified as a diver for at least six months | | | | time, and usually pays great. |