PADI Divemaster Resources
Everything you need to know about becoming a PADI Divemaster
Age & Certifications
- Minimum 18 years old
- Hold a PADI Advanced Open Water Diver certification (or equivalent)
- Hold a PADI Rescue Diver certification (or equivalent)
Experience & Medical
- 40+ logged dives minimum to start; 60 by completion
- Medical clearance from a physician
- Complete an Emergency First Response (EFR) course
Program Costs
Course fees typically range from $700 to $1,500, with additional costs for equipment, learning materials, and PADI membership fees.
Program Components
Knowledge Development
Theory, environmental awareness, and dive science fundamentals
Water Skills
Timed evaluations, rescue drills, and skill demonstrations
Practical Training
Instructor assistance, leadership development, and dive site mapping