ITC - Instructor Training Course

The SSI Instructor Training Course (ITC) is the final step before becoming an SSI Open Water Instructor. It’s designed to prepare dive professionals to independently teach and certify entry-level and specialty divers through SSI’s globally recognized training system.

Course Highlights:

* Master the SSI teaching philosophy, academic structure, and training standards


* Develop and refine your presentation skills for classroom, pool, and open water


* Learn to organize and manage full scuba courses from start to certification


* Practice evaluating student performance and handling real-world teaching scenarios


* Prepare for the final step: the SSI Instructor Evaluation (IE)


Candidate Prerequisites:

* Minimum age: 18 years


* Certified SSI Assistant Instructor (or equivalent)


* Minimum of 100 logged dives before the Instructor Evaluation (IE)



Course Structure and Schedule:


* Duration : 5 full training days

Included with the Instructor Training Course:

* Instructor training workshops: academic, confined, and open water


* Teaching resources for key SSI programs (Open Water, Nitrox, Rescue, etc.)


* Evaluation preparation and personalized feedback


* Eligibility to attend the Instructor Evaluation (IE)

Not Included:


* Assistant Instructor Course (must be completed beforehand unless taking the AI+ITC Bundle)


* Instructor cue cards and slates

* Instructor Evaluation Fee: $500 — billed directly to your SSI professional account