Where can I get my PADI instructor exams in Thailand?

Take part in our PADI IDC, scuba diving instructor courses, and the IE programs in Phuket!

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The goal is to objectively evaluate the Instructor candidate's ability to meet the criteria mentioned below, but as an audit to check the work of our PADI Instructor and Course Director Alain Barrat here in Thailand. Be aware, that all criteria are going to be evaluated on the same IDC basis, so it won't be any different from how the PADI Examiners will score you at the IE in Phuket.

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 Thailand and worldwide IE evaluation criteria: 

This also shows a probable schedule of an IE in Phuket after our IDC is conducted in French and English.

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 First Day: 

• Score 75 percent or higher on all five sections of the dive theory exam. Only one makeup on one section is allowed.

• Score 75 percent or higher on the Systems, Standards, and Procedures exam. No makeup is allowed.

• Score a 3.5 or higher on an assigned knowledge development teaching presentation. One makeup presentation is allowed with 3.5 or higher.

• Score a 3.4 or higher on an assigned confined water teaching presentation. One makeup presentation is allowed with a 3.4 or higher.

• Score a 3.0 or higher on five skill demonstrations. In addition, score a total of 17 points or more on the entire skill circuit. If the score is less than 17 points, the makeup of all five skills is allowed. If one skill scores less than 3.0, but the total points are 17 points or more, one makeup is allowed for the one skill. The passing makeup score is 3.0 or higher for any skill and no less than 17 total points if demonstrating all five skills.

 

 Second Day: 

• Score a 3.4 or higher on two assigned open-water teaching presentations. No makeup is allowed.

• Demonstrate competence in the rescue of a scuba diving victim simulating unconsciousness/nonbreathing at the surface. One makeup is allowed.

• Demonstrate competence with all dive skills during confined water and open water sessions.

• Demonstrate professional behavior, attitude, and actions during all phases of the IE.

 

 Prerequisites, duration, and PADI fees to enroll in this PADI IE program 

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After completing an OWSI program or an entire IDC in French or English with Alain Barrat our PADI Course Director here in Thailand and within 12 months, you will be eligible to participate in a Phuket PADI IE. However, you will need to have the following documents:

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IE participant's prerequisites:

• 18 years old.

• IDC certificate of completion or an IE certification of participation.

• At least 100 logged dives and for the candidates following a crossover program, either an IDC or OWSI, they must show proof in the deep, night, and navigation experience.

• IE enrolment form with the appropriate PADI fees.

• Medical Statement conducted within 12 months, signed and dated by a physician.

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IE - Duration: 2 days - Price: 1'120.- $AU.

 

Certification:

IE candidates are certified PADI OWSI and eligible to teach only when candidate registration packets and IE forms are processed by their local PADI Office, usually within 14 working days, and also meet insurance requirements where applicable.

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Dates for the next IDC and IEs in Thailand and specifically for Phuket in 2024: click-here.

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We wish you good luck with your IDC with Alain Barrat, our Course Director, and the IE in Phuket.

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