If the allure of scuba diving beckons you while you’re stuck in the daily grind, it might be time to transform your passion into a profession. The Divemaster course on Koh Tao is your gateway from a recreational diver to a fully employable scuba diving professional.
Upon completing this course, you’ll not only guide certified divers but also assist in courses, work on dive boats, and even teach snorkeling courses. Embrace the opportunity to turn your love for diving into a source of income.
It takes 6-8 weeks to do your Divemaster Course on Koh Tao
For optimal learning and mastery, we recommend allocating a minimum of six to eight weeks for your Divemaster course. At Big Blue, our commitment extends beyond training to supporting our graduates in securing employment within the industry.
Our Divemasters-in-training benefit from the guidance and support of experienced instructor mentors, Tim Morrish and Fiona Ann. They are readily available to provide assistance, one-on-one coaching, help resolve any challenges, and organize social events.
To enroll in the Divemaster program, certification in rescue techniques and a recognized First Aid and CPR certification (such as Emergency First Response or React Right) issued within the last two years are prerequisites. If you lack the required 40 logged dives, worry not; you can dive with experienced DMTs, existing Divemasters, or Instructors for free until you meet the course entry requirements.
While Big Blue Diving supplies all necessary diving equipment for the course duration, some items like a dive computer, DSMB, knife, compass, and whistle are required by SSI for participation in the Divemaster program. You can purchase these items from Big Blue with a 15% professional discount.
Big Blue stands out as one of the few dive schools on Koh Tao with an active Technical Diving Department, offering Technical Divemaster programs. Discounts are available for recreational and technical programs, making it an excellent choice for those interested in deep, wreck, enriched air (nitrox), solo, DPV, and more.
Why choose Big Blue for your Divemaster Training?
- Expertise and Reputation: Over a decade of experience with a solid reputation for exceptional divemaster training.
- Professional Team: Skilled and passionate instructors dedicated to providing comprehensive training for a successful diving career.
- World-Class Facilities: Access state-of-the-art facilities, modern equipment, and comfortable accommodation during your training.
- Hands-On Experience: Extensive practical training sessions for real-world experience, building confidence as a capable divemaster.
- Small Group Sizes: Personalized attention in small classes, creating a supportive learning environment tailored to your pace.
- Variety of Dive Sites: Explore diverse underwater ecosystems in Koh Tao, enhancing your skills during training.
- Environmental Responsibility: Commitment to sustainable diving practices and marine conservation.
- Networking Opportunities: Join a community of divers and professionals, opening doors to job placements and industry connections worldwide.
Divers descending on a dive site around Koh Tao
About the Divemaster Course:
The SSI Divemaster course includes Dive Guide, preparing you to lead certified divers professionally, and Science of Diving, expanding your understanding of diving theories. Practical workshops cover various aspects, including deep, navigation, night, guiding, briefing, buoyancy, skills circuits, and stress and rescue, along with becoming a snorkeling instructor.
Lectures delve into physics, decompression theory, physiology, ecology, equipment, dive shop management, retail sales, and marketing. To gain diverse experience, you’ll shadow various instructors, divemasters, and courses, participating in everything from Basic Diver to Rescue courses, guiding, and briefing.
With our rolling academic program, you can start your Divemaster course at any time. Dive into a fulfilling career with Big Blue and let your passion for diving become your profession.
