PADI Dive Instructor Internship Deposit
Secure Your Instructor Internship Place with a $500 Deposit
Ready to become a PADI Scuba Instructor, but not ready to pay the full package today? This $500 deposit secures your place in the Abyss Scuba Diving Dive Instructor Internship, gives you access to your IDC eLearning, and starts the planning process for your 5-week instructor training pathway in Sydney.
Deposit today: $500 · Full internship package: $6,394 AUD · Current balance after deposit: $5,894 AUD
Pay now $500
Non-refundable deposit to secure your instructor internship place.
Full package $6,394 AUD
Your deposit is credited toward the full Instructor Internship price.
Balance $5,894 AUD
The remaining balance is arranged before your program begins.
Duration Approx. 5 weeks
Full-time instructor training, teaching practice and workshops.
Best for Divemasters
For Divemasters ready to become professional scuba instructors.
Locks in your place
Your deposit secures your place in the instructor internship pathway.
IDC eLearning access
Start preparing for your instructor development before you arrive.
More than an IDC
Includes teaching practice, shop experience and career support.
Advisor follow-up
We confirm your eligibility, dates, dives, equipment and next steps.
What This Deposit Does
Your $500 deposit tells us you are ready to begin the instructor pathway. It secures your place, gives you access to your IDC eLearning, and allows us to begin checking your eligibility, dates, logged dives, medical, EFR status and equipment requirements.
This page is for the deposit only
The full Dive Instructor Internship package is $6,394 AUD. Your $500 deposit is credited toward that total. The current remaining balance after deposit is $5,894 AUD. The deposit is non-refundable because it secures your place and covers access to your instructor eLearning.
What Happens After You Pay the Deposit?
1
Deposit Received
Your $500 deposit secures your place and starts the instructor internship planning process.
2
Access IDC eLearning
You receive access to your IDC eLearning so you can begin preparing before the program starts.
3
Confirm Eligibility
We review your rating, logged dives, medical, EFR status, equipment, dates and travel plans.
4
Start Training
Join your 5-week instructor pathway: IDC, EFR Instructor, teaching practice, shop experience and workshops.
Unsure whether you meet the requirements?
Contact us before paying your deposit if you are unsure about your logged dives, Divemaster status, EFR currency, medical, equipment or travel dates. We will help you confirm the right next step.
What Your Instructor Internship Package Includes
This is not just a deposit for a standard IDC. It is the first step into a structured instructor internship that adds teaching practice, dive centre immersion, career support and practical industry experience.
Core Professional Training Covered
The internship combines instructor-level certification training with practical teaching and dive industry experience.
If you already hold some instructor-level ratings or have unusual prior training, speak with us before booking so we can review the best pathway.
IDC vs Instructor Internship
Both pathways can lead to instructor certification, but they are not the same experience.
Standard IDC
Focuses on instructor development, standards, teaching presentations, confined water, open water and preparation for the Instructor Examination.
Dive Instructor Internship
Includes IDC preparation plus EFR Instructor training, team teaching, student certifications, shop experience, business workshops, resume support and job-placement guidance.
Before You Pay Your Deposit
This program is designed for divers who are already at leadership level and ready to move into instructor-level training. Contact us before booking if you are unsure whether you meet the requirements.
Professional Rating
You should be a PADI Divemaster, PADI Assistant Instructor or hold an equivalent qualifying leadership rating.
Certified Diver for 6+ Months
PADI IDC candidates must have been certified divers for at least six months before enrolling.
Logged Dives
You need at least 60 logged dives to start the IDC and 100 logged dives to attend the Instructor Examination.
Current Medical
You need a medical statement signed by a physician within the past 12 months.
EFR / CPR and First Aid
You need Emergency First Response Primary and Secondary Care training within the past 24 months, or you need to complete or refresh it before certification requirements are finalised.
Equipment and Materials
You need your own full dive gear, all previous certification records and required study materials. Tanks and weights are provided.
Need equipment?
Professional-level instructors should own their core equipment. Pro equipment packages are available from $2,392 AUD. Talk to us before booking if you need help choosing suitable professional gear.
Deposit and Payment Details
Your Deposit
The $500 deposit is non-refundable. It secures your place, starts your internship planning and covers access to your IDC eLearning.
Your Balance
The full package is $6,394 AUD. After your $500 deposit, the current remaining balance is $5,894 AUD. We will confirm your balance, dates and next steps with you after booking.
If you need to confirm eligibility, travel dates, equipment requirements or included training before paying, contact us first and we will help you make the right booking decision.
Build the Skills Employers Look For
A strong new instructor needs more than course knowledge. You need student awareness, communication, risk management, customer care and the ability to contribute to a real dive operation.
Teaching Confidence
- Present dive theory clearly and confidently.
- Run confined water and open water teaching sessions.
- Manage students with different confidence levels.
- Build better demonstration and control skills.
Professional Judgement
- Apply PADI Standards in real teaching contexts.
- Recognise and manage student stress.
- Make safer decisions in changing conditions.
- Understand how instructors manage risk.
Industry Skills
- Understand dive centre operations.
- Support equipment, tanks and trip logistics.
- Learn how to promote courses and retain divers.
- Build a stronger professional diving resume.
Accommodation and Sydney Logistics
Accommodation in Sydney
Abyss is based in Ramsgate, around 20 minutes from Sydney CBD. Accommodation is not automatically included, but we can help you explore nearby options such as backpacker hostels, shared accommodation and Airbnb-style stays.
Coming From Interstate or Overseas
Allow time to organise accommodation, travel, gear, medicals, visas and course materials before the program begins. Contact us early if your dates are fixed.
Important visa note
Visa rules depend on your passport, age, length of stay and whether you plan to work while in Australia. A Visitor visa or Electronic Travel Authority does not allow work in Australia. Working Holiday and Work and Holiday visas may allow short-term work and study, depending on your eligibility and visa conditions. Always check the Australian Department of Home Affairs before booking flights or accepting work.
Why Start Your Instructor Pathway with Abyss?
Real Dive Centre Experience
Train inside an active Sydney dive centre where you can understand how instructors support students, certified divers, gear, logistics and customer experiences.
Real Teaching Exposure
Team teaching and student certifications help you practise instruction in real conditions rather than relying only on role-play.
Career-Focused Support
Get resume support, business workshops, job-placement guidance and help understanding what employers look for in new instructors.
FAQs — Dive Instructor Internship Deposit
What am I paying for on this page?
You are paying the $500 deposit to secure your place in the Abyss Scuba Diving Dive Instructor Internship. This deposit starts the planning process and gives you access to your IDC eLearning.
Is the $500 deposit refundable?
No. The deposit is non-refundable because it secures your place and covers access to your instructor eLearning.
What is the full Instructor Internship price?
The full Dive Instructor Internship package is currently $6,394 AUD. After the $500 deposit, the current remaining balance is $5,894 AUD.
What happens after I pay the deposit?
We will confirm your booking, give you access to your IDC eLearning, review your eligibility and help plan your dates, equipment needs, medical, logged dives and next steps.
How long does the Instructor Internship take?
The program is approximately 5 weeks of full-time training, teaching practice, workshops and dive centre experience. Timing can vary with student volume, schedules, weather and candidate readiness.
How is this different from a standard IDC?
A standard IDC prepares you for instructor certification. The Instructor Internship includes IDC preparation plus EFR Instructor training, practical team teaching, real dive centre experience, business and marketing workshops, resume support and job-placement help.
What are the prerequisites?
You should be a PADI Divemaster or hold an equivalent qualifying leadership rating, be at least 18 years old, have been a certified diver for at least six months, have the required logged dives, hold current medical clearance, and have appropriate EFR / CPR and First Aid training.
How many dives do I need?
PADI IDC candidates need at least 60 logged dives to enrol and 100 logged dives to attend the Instructor Examination. Contact us if you are close but not quite there yet.
Do I need my own equipment?
Yes. Instructor candidates should own full dive gear. Tanks and weights are provided. Pro gear packages are available from $2,392 AUD if you need to upgrade or complete your kit.
Can international candidates work while training?
Only if their visa allows it. Visitor visas and Electronic Travel Authorities do not allow work in Australia. Working Holiday and Work and Holiday visas may allow short-term work and study, depending on eligibility and visa conditions.
Will I get a job after the internship?
No dive centre can guarantee every graduate a job. Abyss provides practical teaching experience, resume support, business training and job-placement guidance to help you build a stronger instructor career pathway.
Ready to Secure Your Instructor Internship Place?
Pay your $500 deposit using the booking controls on this product page. After your deposit is received, we will help confirm your eligibility and prepare your 5-week pathway toward becoming a PADI Scuba Instructor.
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Email internships@abyss.com.au or call (02) 9583 9662.
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