The Instructor certification is the top of professional diving. Complete an intensive 2–3 week programme with our team in Malta and qualify to teach SSI or PADI courses anywhere in the world.
PROFESSIONAL DIVING CERTIFICATION
Take the leap to Instructor and embrace the responsibility of training new divers.
Take advantage of Malta’s excellent conditions – stability, visibility, and continuous activity – in an intensive program focused on professional teaching under the official standards of SSI or PADI.
Develop leadership, teaching skills, and student management to lead complete training courses with autonomy and professional judgment.
The dive instructor course is the professional level that qualifies you to teach the official SSI or PADI diving courses and certify new students.
It’s the natural step after Divemaster if you want to dedicate yourself to diving as a professional career. Upon successful completion of the program and the official exam, you will be able to teach courses and work as an instructor in dive centers around the world.
It is an intensive training that combines technique, pedagogy, and leadership so that you learn to teach with safety and professional judgment.
At Scuba Malta, you can take your dive instructor course with SSI or PADI certification, the two most internationally recognized agencies.
Both options qualify you to teach, certify, and work as a professional instructor. The difference lies in the training system and the market in which you want to develop your career.
Our team advises you to choose the option that best fits your background and career goals.
The SSI Instructor course is based on a flexible, integrated training system with continuous evaluation throughout the program.
The PADI Instructor course is structured under a modular and standardized training model with global recognition.
The SSI or PADI dive instructor course is an intensive professional program designed to prepare you to train new divers with safety, technical expertise, and structured methodology.
The training is organized into three key areas:
You will learn to plan theoretical sessions, structure practical classes, and teach under the official standards of SSI or PADI.You will not only master the theory: you will learn to transmit it in a clear, safe, and professional manner.
As an instructor, your students will learn by watching you.You will work on the quality of your demonstrations, underwater group control, and the ability to anticipate and manage situations during training.
The program includes specific preparation for the official exam of the chosen agency.Continuous evaluations are carried out so that you arrive at the exam with the necessary technical level and confidence.
The Instructor course includes the complete training necessary to take the official exam and begin your professional career as an SSI or PADI instructor.
Access complete training under the official standards of the chosen agency, including training materials and a professional pedagogical structure.
Personalized monitoring by certified instructors, with internal evaluations designed to ensure you reach the official exam with the required technical and pedagogical level.
Develop leadership, student management, and organization of real sessions in the pool and open sea. Specific preparation aimed at passing the official exam.
Coverage throughout the training activity and use of complete equipment, working in small groups (maximum 4 people) to guarantee personalized monitoring.
Get your official SSI or PADI certification and start working as a professional instructor.
To access the Dive Instructor course, it is necessary to meet the requirements established by the certifying agency (SSI or PADI) and have the prior experience required for professional training.
Main requirements:
Malta is one of the most recognized diving destinations in Europe due to the stability of its conditions and the quality of its dives. For professional training as an instructor, training in a predictable environment makes a difference.
The excellent visibility, the variety of scenarios, and the continuous activity in dive centers allow real sessions to be developed throughout the program.
Training as an instructor in Malta means preparing in a destination where diving is part of the daily industry.
By obtaining your SSI or PADI instructor certification, you will be able to teach official courses and work in dive centers around the world.
From tourist destinations in Europe to resorts in Asia, the Caribbean or America, the instructor certification positions you within the professional recreational diving industry.
Becoming an instructor is not just a title: it is the step that transforms your experience as a diver into an international career.
Complete material regularly reviewed and maintained, guaranteeing safety and reliability during high-level professional training.
We work with groups of a maximum of 4 people to guarantee personalized attention, individual correction, and progressive evolution throughout the training.
Train in one of the most established diving destinations in Europe, with stable conditions and a variety of dive sites that allow you to develop real training sessions throughout the program.
Training given by certified instructors with experience in professional programs, oriented to prepare you to assume real responsibilities as an instructor.
SCUBA MALTA
St Julian's
SCUBA MALTA
St Paul's Bay
Scuba Malta has two dive centers in Malta — one in St. Julian’s and one in St. Paul’s Bay — both strategically positioned for quick access to Malta’s best diving spots.
Absolutely amazing experience with Scuba Malta St Paul! The whole team was incredibly professional, friendly and attentive, making everything feel safe, easy and enjoyable from start to finish. A special mention to Enol, who was fantastic! He was very patient, knowledgeable and made us feel completely comfortable thro…
Grandísimos profesionales que a la vez son excelentes personas. Recomendable cien por cien. Se lo hemos recomendado a varios grupos de amigos y todos han salido encantados.
Excellent diving center! Very professional, well organized, and with an amazing team. Everything was handled to a very high standard, including the new and comfortable vehicles. The experience was interesting, fun, and enjoyable from start to finish. Highly recommended!
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Had an amazing dive with this center! Excepcional technical knowledge. Highly recomiended!!!
I had a fantastic time at Scuba Malta. I first completed my Advanced Open Water Diver course and then spent three more days doing various dives. The trips to Gozo and Comino were particularly breathtaking with the Wracks and caves there. Everything was well organized and explained, and the equipment was in good conditi…
We had an unforgettable experience with Scuba Malta! We arrived from our cruise ship and took a short taxi ride to their dive center. From the beginning, the communication and organization made us feel comfortable and well prepared. They had all of our dive gear ready to go, and the boat was waiting for us. Since our …
A friend and I just recently completed our Open Water Diver course with Elissa. We couldn't have had a better instructor, and it felt like she knew the places inside out despite having only been in Malta a short time. We settled into diving very quickly thanks to Elissa's calmness and patience, and quickly but thoroug…
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Both SSI and PADI Instructor certifications allow you to teach official courses and work as a professional instructor in diving centers around the world.
The main difference lies in the educational system and the methodology of each organization. The choice depends on your preference and your professional projection.
The course includes complete preparation for the official exam.
Exam fees depend on the certifying agency and are paid according to their current standards.
The estimated duration is 2 to 3 weeks. It is an intensive program that requires full dedication and professional focus throughout the training period.
Yes. It is necessary to meet the official requirements established by SSI or PADI, which include prior certification as a Divemaster and the minimum number of dives required by the certifying agency.
Instructor certification allows you to work in authorized diving centers, resorts and tourist destinations around the world, teaching official courses and certifying new divers under international standards.
Yes. It is possible to access the course even if your previous certification is from another agency, as long as you meet the requirements established by the organization with which you wish to certify as an Instructor.
If you do not pass any part of the official exam, it is possible to repeat the pending sections according to the standards of the certifying agency. Our team prepares you so that you arrive with the required technical and pedagogical level.
At Scuba Malta we work in English, French, German and Italian. Language availability may vary depending on dates and teaching team.
English is especially recommended if you want to develop your professional career internationally, as many diving centers operate in multilingual environments.
