Divemaster Internship - become a PRO Divemaster in 2 months and work all over the world
Who is a Divemaster?
A divemaster is a professional certification in the scuba diving industry. Divemasters play crucial roles in dive operations. They assist dive instructors during training sessions, lead certified divers on tours, provide guidance and support to ensure safety underwater, and often act as ambassadors for marine conservation by educating divers about the underwater ecosystem.
Who can enroll on the Divemaster course?
To sign up for a divemaster course, you need to meet certain prerequisites:
- Rescue and EFR certifications
- 40 registered dives
- Age above 18 y.o.
Zero to Hero: all courses from zero
This is complex training program that will take you from a complete beginner with no diving experience to a professional level. The Zero to Hero program follows a structured pathway, taking participants through different levels of diving certifications while building diving skills, experience, and knowledge. Before the divemaster course you will need to complete the following courses:
Open Water Diver
This is the entry-level certification that teaches the basics of scuba diving.
Advanced Open Water Diver
It builds upon the skills learned in the Open Water course and introduces divers to various specialty dives like deep diving, navigation, night diving, etc.
EFR
This course contains training in CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) and first aid.
Rescue Diver
This course focuses on accident prevention and management, teaching divers to recognize and respond to diving emergencies.
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The program of the Divemaster course
The course covers a wide range of topics and practical skills, preparing you to work as a certified Divemaster. Here's an overview of the typical components of the Divemaster course:
Knowledge Development:
You'll study dive theory, diving physics, physiology, equipment and the environment. The course includes knowledge reviews, quizzes, exams and workshops to ensure a comprehensive understanding of diving principles.
Water Skills and Stamina:
You'll participate in a set of exercises to demonstrate your physical fitness for diving. This includes swimming tests and skill assessments to ensure you meet the required standards.
Dive Skills Development:
Under the guidance of an instructor, you'll refine and expand your diving skills. This includes perfecting buoyancy, navigation, rescue skills, and assisting with various dive-related tasks.
Assisting Instructors:
You'll shadow and assist certified instructors during diver training courses. This hands-on experience is crucial in understanding how to assist and lead divers in different scenarios.
Mapping and Dive Planning:
You'll learn to create dive site maps, plan dives, and manage dive logistics, which are essential skills for leading and supervising dives as a Divemaster.
Supervising Dives:
As you progress through the course, you'll take on more responsibility for supervising certified divers, leading dives, and managing groups under the supervision of an instructor.
Professionalism and Leadership:
Throughout the course, there's a strong emphasis on professionalism, leadership, and role modeling for other divers.
Exams and Assessments:
You'll undergo practical assessments, exams, and evaluations to ensure you meet the standards set for Divemasters.
Price and duration of the internship
Duration and the price of your internship depends on your current level of certification and number of logged dives. By the end of the internship you need to have 60 registered dives.
| COURSES INCLUDED | DURATION | DIVES INCLUDED | PRICE |
| From zero to Divemaster
(the intern has no certificate) |
40 days (8 weeks) | 60 | 1915 € |
| From AOWD to Divemaster
(the intern has OWD) |
35 days (7 weeks) | 50 | 1590 € |
| From Rescue Diver to Divemaster
(the intern has AOWD) |
20 days (4 weeks) | 30 | 1320 € |
| Divemaster
(the intern has Rescue+EFR) |
10 days (2 weeks) | 10 | 850 € |
If you need to do more dives to complete 60 by the end of your PADI divemaster internship, you can do them for free. Each 2 dives will add 1 day to the duration of the internship. E.g., if you are now OWD and have only 4 registered dives, you need to add 3 days (6 dives) and the total duration of the internship will be 38 days. If you prefer to do the internship in a shorter term, you can do 6 days a week instead of 5.
Diving specialty courses with a 20% discount
You can also deepen your knowledge and get more qualifications by doing specialty courses. When you take a package of divemaster internship, you will get a special discount of 20% for any specialty course that we offer:
| SPECIALTY COURSE | DURATION | DIVES INCLUDED | PRICE |
| PADI Nitrox Diver | 1 day | 2 | 245 € 196 € |
| PADI Deep Diver | 2 days | 4 | 345 € 276 € |
| PADI Wreck Diver | 2 days | 4 | 345 € 276 € |
| PADI Night Diver | 3 days | 3 | 295 € 236 € |
Expenses to be expected
All trainings and dives go for free. All PADI certificates up to Rescue Diver are included. The expenses that you are going to have are:
- PADI Divemaster elearning with materials (270 euros). To book your internship with us, you will need to buy the DM elearning on our website. We will send you elearning, so you can start studying immediately.
- Upon finishing the Divemaster course we will send your application to the diving federation with your bank details. Within 2-3 weeks PADI will charge you about 120 euros from your bank account.
- You also need to plan your expenses for the accommodation as it’s not included in the internship. You can rent a room for about 350-400 euros per month or an apartment for 600-700 euros per month. Many of our interns choose to stay in Parque Carolina in Costa Silencio, as they always have availability and the location is pretty convenient.
Duties of an intern
You will assist diving programs led by our team. Before and after the tours, you will help in preparing the shop, the classroom, the scuba gear; welcoming customers and assisting them with paperwork and eventual questions; preparing the clients for diving tours. In between the dives it is a good opportunity to exchange impressions of the dive with the customers. What is amazing is that you meet new people every day and one common trait of divers is that they are open minded. A lot of fun!
You will also oversee the shop and post eventually the latest pictures or videos of the dives on social media.
Before the day’s over, you’ll help the team with rinsing the gear, filling the tanks and to be sure the shop is ready for the next day — before joining divers for the after-dive drink.
Skills you will learn
01
All skills needed to work as a professional diver: dive planning, underwater navigation, leading dives, assisting instructors, safety procedure, equipment maintenance
02
Customer service: communication skills to interact with divers, handle inquiries, and provide guidance and assistance effectively; sales skills in the dive shop
03
Knowledge how to promote diving services in social media: best practices and life hacks on social media and personal brand development in the diving and tourism industry
04
Environmental awareness: educating divers about marine life, conservation practices, and responsible diving behaviors to minimize impact on the underwater ecosystem.
05
Improved languages: you will be able to practice languages you speak as we have international team and receive clients of all nationalities
List of equipment each Divemaster must buy
If you don’t have your own gear yet when starting the internship, we will give you the whole set for free. During the course you will need to buy these items:
- wetsuit 5 or 7 mm
- neoprene boots
- mask, snorkel, fins
- BCD
- weight belt
- regulator
- buoy and reel
- whistle
- depth and time gauge (computer)
- compass
- knife
- underwater notebook
Divemaster internship FAQ
How long does the divemaster internship in Tenerife take?
From 10 days to 8 weeks, depending on your current level. From zero certification it takes 40 days, with Rescue Diver and EFR only 10 days.
How much does the divemaster internship cost?
From 850 € for certified Rescue divers to 1915 € for the full Zero to Hero program. All PADI certificates up to Rescue Diver and all training dives are included.
What do I need to start the PADI Divemaster course?
Rescue Diver and EFR certifications, 40 logged dives and age 18+. If you have less, the Zero to Hero program takes you there from the start.
Is the divemaster certificate valid worldwide?
Yes. PADI Divemaster is a professional certification recognised by dive centres around the world, so you can work in Tenerife or abroad.
How many dives are included?
You finish with 60 logged dives. If you need more to reach 60, extra dives are free: every 2 dives add 1 day to the internship.
Can I work as a divemaster after the internship?
Yes. Divemasters lead certified divers, assist instructors and work in dive centres; many of our graduates stay and work in Tenerife.
How much does accommodation cost in Tenerife during the internship?
A room costs about 350–400 € per month, an apartment 600–700 € per month.
