{"id":2184,"date":"2017-01-16T10:24:30","date_gmt":"2017-01-16T09:24:30","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dgportofino.ne-ws.it\/corsi-pro\/padi-owsi\/"},"modified":"2025-03-10T14:33:49","modified_gmt":"2025-03-10T13:33:49","slug":"padi-owsi","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/dgportofino.com\/en\/corsi-pro\/padi-owsi\/","title":{"rendered":"PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor (OWSI) Course in Portofino"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Become a Professional PADI Instructor and Start Teaching Anywhere in the World<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Are you ready to take the final step in your professional diving career? The\u00a0PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor (OWSI) course<\/strong>\u00a0is your gateway to becoming a fully certified\u00a0PADI Instructor<\/strong>, enabling you to teach and inspire new generations of divers. With\u00a0Diving Group Portofino<\/strong>, you will complete your training in the stunning surroundings of\u00a0Portofino Marine Protected Area<\/strong>, one of the most renowned diving destinations in Italy and Europe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our Instructor Development Course (IDC)<\/strong> is designed to prepare and qualify you to succeed in the PADI Instructor Examination (IE)<\/strong> and to give you the skills and confidence to work as a dive professional anywhere in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the IDC (Instructor Development Course)?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The IDC programme<\/strong> is the official PADI training pathway to become an instructor. It is divided into two main parts:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Assistant Instructor (AI) course<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 3 days<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • OWSI (Open Water Scuba Instructor) course<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 4 days<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Together, they form a 7-day intensive training programme<\/strong>, after which you will be eligible to take the PADI Instructor Examination (IE)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    You will also complete an online preparation (PADI eLearning)<\/strong> before the in-person training, equivalent to approximately 2 days of classroom work. This allows you to maximise your practical training time<\/strong> with our PADI Course Director<\/strong>, Alessandro Di Mase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Why Choose Diving Group Portofino for Your OWSI Course?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    At\u00a0Diving Group Portofino, we are\u00a0not a training factory<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 we focus on\u00a0quality, not quantity<\/strong>. Our goal is to develop confident, knowledgeable, and skilled instructors who are fully prepared for a successful career in diving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    You will work closely with Alessandro Di Mase<\/strong>, our experienced and highly respected PADI Course Director<\/strong>, and his team of Master Instructors<\/strong>. With their personal guidance, you will face real-life teaching scenarios, develop professional-level skills, and gain a deep understanding of how to be an effective instructor \u2014 not just pass the exam<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    What sets us apart:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Small groups<\/strong>\u00a0for personalised attention and tailored feedback<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Real-life scenarios and problem-solving exercises<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Full focus on developing your strengths and improving weaknesses<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • A professional but supportive learning environment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      What You Will Learn During the PADI OWSI Course<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Our IDC programme<\/strong> covers everything you need to become a competent, professional PADI Instructor<\/strong>. You will learn how to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      1. Teach Academic Knowledge<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • Conduct classroom-based theoretical lessons<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Adapt your teaching to different student needs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        2. Conduct Confined Water Training<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        • Manage students in shallow water environments<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Demonstrate and evaluate dive skills clearly and effectively<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          3. Conduct Open Water Training<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          • Supervise and instruct students during open water dives<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Manage student safety and logistics in real dive environments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            4. Plan, Sell, and Teach PADI Courses<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            • Organise and conduct key PADI courses:\n
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              • Open Water Diver<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Advanced Open Water Diver<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Rescue Diver<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Divemaster<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Promote and sell PADI programs and courses effectively<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                5. Operate as a PADI Instructor<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                • Understand PADI’s standards, procedures, and educational philosophy<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Use PADI services and tools to support your teaching<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Learn how to manage risk and ensure diver safety<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Develop professional conduct, communication, and customer service skills<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                  What You Will Be Qualified to Teach as an OWSI<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                  Once certified as a PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor<\/strong>, you will be authorised to teach a full range of PADI programs, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                  • Discover Scuba Diving (DSD)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Scuba Diver<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Open Water Diver<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Advanced Open Water Diver<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Rescue Diver<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Divemaster<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • PADI Specialties<\/strong>\u00a0(after completing specialty instructor training)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                    This qualification allows you to work worldwide<\/strong> in dive centres, resorts, and liveaboards \u2014 or even start your own diving business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                    Our Personalised Approach and Support<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                    From day one, Diving Group Portofino<\/strong> will offer 360-degree support<\/strong> during your training and stay in Santa Margherita Ligure<\/strong>. We will help you arrange:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                    • Accommodation solutions<\/strong>\u00a0(special deals for our candidates)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • Local logistics and travel information<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • Ongoing mentoring and advice<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                      You will be part of the\u00a0Diving Group Portofino family<\/strong>, and we will assist you not only in passing the\u00a0Instructor Exam<\/strong>, but also in\u00a0preparing for a successful career as a PADI Instructor<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                      Our friendly but professional environment<\/strong> means you will get honest feedback<\/strong>, personal coaching<\/strong>, and real-life training situations<\/strong> that will challenge you to grow. We believe that constructive feedback is essential to helping you achieve your personal best<\/strong> \u2014 always with a smile and positive attitude.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                      Meet Your Course Director: Alessandro Di Mase<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                      Alessandro Di Mase,\u00a0PADI Course Director<\/strong>\u00a0and head of instructor training at DGP, brings\u00a0years of teaching experience<\/strong>\u00a0to every course. His approach is based on\u00a0practical, real-life preparation<\/strong>, ensuring that every candidate not only succeeds in the\u00a0Instructor Examination, but also\u00a0feels confident to start teaching independently<\/strong> from day one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                      Alessandro and his team are passionate about mentoring the next generation of dive professionals<\/strong>, combining high standards<\/strong> with a supportive teaching style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                      Prerequisites for Joining the OWSI Course<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                      To enrol in the PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor course<\/strong>, you must:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                      • Be a certified\u00a0PADI Divemaster<\/strong>\u00a0(or hold an equivalent leadership-level certification from another agency)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • Have completed\u00a0EFR (Emergency First Response)<\/strong>\u00a0Primary and Secondary Care training within the last 24 months<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • Have logged at least\u00a060 dives<\/strong>\u00a0to start the course, and\u00a0100 dives<\/strong>\u00a0to attend the Instructor Examination<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • Be at least\u00a018 years old<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • Hold a\u00a0medical certificate<\/strong>\u00a0signed by a physician within the past 12 months, stating you are fit to dive<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                        Start Your Career as a PADI Instructor with Diving Group Portofino<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                        Ready to\u00a0take the leap<\/strong>\u00a0and become a PADI Instructor? Contact us today<\/strong>\u00a0for full details about course dates, availability, and prices for our\u00a0IDC and OWSI programmes in Santa Margherita Ligure<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                        Take your diving career to the next level \u2014 train with the experts in one of Italy\u2019s top diving destinations!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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