7 reasons to become a PADI Divemaster (and how to do it in Colombia)

If diving has become your passion, the next big step is becoming a PADI Divemaster, the first professional level in recreational diving. Here are the 7 most powerful reasons to do it, the requirements and how to take the course in Colombia, in Tayrona Park.

What is a PADI Divemaster?

A Divemaster is a diving professional trained to guide certified divers, assist instructors on courses and organize dives safely. It's the gateway to working in the diving industry.

7 reasons to become a PADI Divemaster

1. You'll know diving inside out

You'll go deep into diving physics and physiology, equipment, dive planning and emergency management. You'll become a much safer, more aware diver.

2. You'll develop leadership skills

Guiding other divers underwater takes communication, decision-making and responsibility: valuable skills in and out of the water.

3. You'll be able to work in diving

With the Divemaster certification you can work at dive centers, resorts, cruise ships and tourist destinations around the world.

4. You'll travel the world

Many Divemasters combine work and travel, moving between diving destinations in different countries.

5. You'll help others discover the sea

Few things compare to accompanying someone on their first dive and seeing their excitement as they come out of the water.

6. It's the first step to becoming an instructor

Divemaster is the natural path to PADI instructor certification, if you want to keep growing professionally.

7. You'll dive more than ever

The course includes many dives and practice with students, so you'll quickly build experience at different sites.

Requirements to become a Divemaster

• Be a Rescue Diver (Rescue Diver Course).
• Be in good physical condition and health for diving.
• Have completed the previous levels: Open Water and Advanced.

The Divemaster course in Taganga

At Taganga Dive Station the Divemaster Course lasts 8 days and costs $3,800,000 COP. It includes:

• Study Material.
• 20 dives in open water in Tayrona Park.
• Boat transport and dive gear.
• Practice with real students.
• The PADI Divemaster certification.

You'll learn with instructors with more than 20 years of experience, led by a PADI Master Instructor. Read their story in PADI certification in Colombia.

The full professional training program is also on the official website of PADI.

Frequently asked questions about the Divemaster

How long does the PADI Divemaster course take?

At Taganga Dive Station it lasts 8 days and includes 20 dives in Tayrona Park and practice with students.

Can I work with the Divemaster certification?

Yes. It's PADI's first professional level and lets you guide certified divers anywhere in the world.

What do I need to start the Divemaster?

Be a certified Rescue Diver and be in good health for diving.