PADI Instructor Course (IDC) in Cozumel​

Become a confident, job-ready PADI Instructor with a 20-day IDC focused on real teaching, not just passing the exam
A real 5★ IDC dive center in Cozumel. Built around real diving, real students, and real experience.

Why become a PADI Instructor?

Imagine waking up every day excited to teach, dive, and inspire others beneath the surface.

As a PADI Instructor, you’ll guide students through life-changing experiences, build a global career, and turn your passion for diving into a profession with purpose.

Turn Your Passion Into a Career

Stop diving only on vacation, become a professional and make the ocean your office.

Global Professional Community

Become part of the worldwide network of PADI professionals and grow your career with the industry leader.

Change Lives Through Teaching

Introduce others to the underwater world and be part of life-changing experiences every day.

Work Anywhere in the World

From tropical islands to liveaboards, your certification opens doors to work in dive destinations worldwide.

Most Instructor Development Courses are designed to help you pass the Instructor Exam. We focus on something more important: Making you a confident, capable instructor in real-life situations. That’s why:
  • Our IDC runs for 20 days
  • You practice teaching every day
  • You work in a real dive center environment
  • Personalized coaching
We prepare you for your first student, not just the exam.
See what your Instructor Course looks like!

Prerequisites

  • Be a certified as a PADI Divemaster (or equivalent)

  • Have at least 100 logged dives

  • Be at least 18 years old

  • Be medically fit for scuba diving signed by a physician within the last 12 months

  • Be a certified diver for at least six months

  • Have completed Emergency First Response (EFR) training within the last 24 months

Don’t meet all the requirements? No problem. Tell us your current certification level, and we’ll guide you step by step on what you need to become an Instructor.

IDC Packages and Costs

We offer four comprehensive packages to suit your goals and budget:

DivePro Bronze
Divemaster + IDC Course (7 weeks)
Your gateway to the professional diving world starts here.
Includes: DM Course, IDC, EFR Instructor, , O2 Provider Specialty, Instructor PADI fees, and basic accommodation.
Does not Include: DM PADI Fee: $162 USD and O2 Provider Specialty PADI fee: $92 USD.
PRICE: 5.384 USD
DM + IDC
DivePro Silver
IDC Course
(20 days)
Master the essentials to become a certified dive instructor.
Includes: IDC, EFR Instructor, O2 Provider Specialty, Instructor PADI fee and basic accommodation.
Does not Include: O2 Provider Specialty PADI fee: $92 USD.
PRICE: 3.404 USD
IDC
DivePro Gold
IDC + 7 Instructor Specs (4 weeks)
Level up with specialized certifications to enhance your teaching potential.
Includes: IDC, EFR Instructor, 7 PADI Instructor Specialties, Instructor PADI fee and basic accommodation.
Does not Include: PADI Specialty fees: $92 USD each.
PRICE: 4.204 USD
IDC + 7 SPEC
DivePro Platinum
IDC + MSDT Prep
(7 weeks)
Achieve the pinnacle of your dive career with advanced training and real-world experience.
Includes: IDC, EFR Instructor, 7 PADI Instructor Specialties, Instuctor PADI fees, 3 weeks of team teaching with Blue Magic instructors and basic accommodation.
Does not Include: PADI Specialty fees: $92 USD each.
PRICE: 4.504 USD
IDC + MSDT PREP

Not sure which option is right for you? Message us on WhatsApp and we’ll help you choose instantly.

Upcoming 2026 IDC Dates​

- Jan 10–Jan 26 (IE: Jan 27–28)
- Mar 7–Mar 23 (IE: Mar 24–26)
- May 2–May 18 (IE: May 19–21)
- Jun 27–Jul 13 (IE: Jul 14–16)
- Aug 29–Sep 14 (IE: Sep 15–17)
- Nov 14–Nov 30 (IE: Dec 1–3)

Upcoming 2026 IDC Dates​

- Jan 10–Jan 26 (IE: Jan 27–28)
- Mar 7–Mar 23 (IE: Mar 24–26)
- May 2–May 18 (IE: May 19–21)
- Jun 27–Jul 13 (IE: Jul 14–16)
- Aug 29–Sep 14 (IE: Sep 15–17)
- Nov 14–Nov 30 (IE: Dec 1–3)

Train in Cozumel, a World-Class diving destination

Cozumel is famous for its crystal-clear visibility, vibrant coral reefs, and legendary drift diving. Training here means diving every day in conditions that will prepare you for a professional career anywhere in the world.

Train in Cozumel, a World-Class diving destination

Cozumel is famous for its crystal-clear visibility, vibrant coral reefs, and legendary drift diving. Training here means diving every day in conditions that will prepare you for a professional career anywhere in the world.

What's next after IDC?

Boost your career and stand out as a professional by upgrading to Master Scuba Diver Trainer (MSDT) and gaining the experience and specialty certifications dive centers look for.

Ready to become a PADI Instructor?

Train in Cozumel, gain real experience, and start your new career in diving.

Spots are limited to ensure high-quality training and personal attention.