SSI Assistant Instructor Trainer
Become an SSI Assistant Instructor Trainer with Stuart Scuba in Stuart, Florida
The SSI Assistant Instructor Trainer Program (IDC Staff Instructor) at Stuart Scuba in Stuart, FL is designed for experienced dive professionals looking to step into leadership roles. This advanced program teaches candidates how to organize and conduct the Assistant Instructor program, including evaluating, mentoring, and providing structured feedback in academic and in-water settings. Graduates are prepared to continue their journey toward becoming SSI Instructor Trainers and are integral to any dive education team.
Program Overview:
Located conveniently in Stuart, FL, Stuart Scuba provides top-notch facilities along the Treasure Coast and serves the area from West Palm Beach to Jupiter and beyond. Completion of the Assistant Instructor Trainer program qualifies you to become an integral part of the dive education community, developing both divers and future instructors. Ideal for those ready to advance, this program is challenging and rewarding.
Program Requirements:
- Minimum Age: 18
- Certification Prerequisites: Must be certified as Divemaster Instructor or equivalent.
- Certification Requirements: At least 45 issued certifications, including:
- 30 Open Water or Scuba Diver certifications
- 3 Diver Stress & Rescue
- 3 Dive Guide
- 3 Science of Diving
- 6 Advanced Adventurer or specialty certifications
Completion Requirements:
- Pass all evaluations in:
- Academic Sessions
- Pool/Confined Water Sessions
- Open Water Sessions
- Program Duration: 5-day full schedule; additional training days available at $200/day.
Program Costs:
- Included: Digital SSI Course Materials and expert-led training.
- Not Included: Accommodations and SSI Evaluation Slates ($20 additional cost).
Expanded Teaching Privileges for Graduates
As an Assistant Instructor Trainer, you can:
- Conduct Assistant Instructor and Specialty Instructor seminars (for specialties you hold)
- Assist Instructor Trainers with Instructor-level programs, gaining experience toward full Instructor Trainer status
Elevate Your Diving Career with Stuart Scuba
Located in the heart of Stuart, Florida, Stuart Scuba offers advanced dive training close to Phil Foster Park and the Blue Heron Bridge in West Palm Beach, some of the best dive sites in Florida. As an SSI Assistant Instructor Trainer, you’ll play a critical role in the dive community, training the next generation and enhancing your skills for your own dive instructor pathway.
Ready to take the next step? Contact Stuart Scuba today and begin your journey toward becoming an SSI Instructor Trainer, based right here in the scenic waters of Stuart, FL.
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SSI Assistant Instructor Trainer Course in Stuart, Florida
Prepare to mentor SSI Assistant Instructor candidates through the SSI Assistant Instructor Trainer program at Stuart Scuba in Stuart, Florida. This professional-level course is designed for experienced dive professionals who meet SSI prerequisites. Current tuition is $2,000; call us to review eligibility, schedule, and evaluation details before you enroll.
Frequently Asked Questions about SSI Assistant Instructor Trainer
What will I learn in SSI Assistant Instructor Trainer?
Prepare to mentor and evaluate SSI Assistant Instructor candidates with Stuart Scuba in Stuart, FL. Review prerequisites, schedule and tuition.
Who is this course for?
This is for experienced dive professionals who meet the agency prerequisites and want to advance toward SSI Assistant Instructor Trainer responsibilities.
What are the prerequisites?
Bring your current certification card and dive log if you have them. We’ll review the course’s age, certification, experience, and agency requirements with you before you enroll.
Which training agency issues this course?
This course follows SSI training standards. If you have prior training from another agency, we’ll review your records against the course requirements.
What skills will I practice?
You’ll practice mentoring, evaluating, and providing structured feedback to Assistant Instructor candidates within SSI requirements.
How many dives or sessions are required?
Your instructor will confirm the academic, practical, and in-water sessions for your course date. The exact plan depends on agency standards, conditions, and your progress.
How long should I plan for?
We’ll give you a schedule before enrollment. Completion time depends on the course format, required sessions, conditions, and your progress.
Where does training take place?
We’re based at 3317 SE Federal Hwy, Stuart, FL 34997. Pool, shore, and boat training may take place at a separate site; we’ll confirm the exact meeting locations for your dates.
What equipment should I bring?
The complete SCUBA setup for courses that require it includes a BCD, tanks, weights, wetsuit, regulator with gauges, and compass. Tank rental and weights are included where the course requires them. Open Water students bring their own dive-quality mask, snorkel, and fins; these personal-fit items are not included in class rental gear. Our store carries a selection designed for different divers’ needs. Check the equipment requirements for this course before class.
Are tanks and weights included?
Tank rental and weights are included where required by this course. Availability and fees for other rental gear vary, so contact us before booking. Personal mask, snorkel, and fins are not included with Open Water class rental gear.
Is eLearning included?
Yes. eLearning is included with every Stuart Scuba class. We’ll send you access instructions after enrollment.
What does the course cost?
Current course tuition is $2,000 per student. Contact us to confirm any boat, gas, rental, travel, or additional training costs before booking.
What is included in the tuition?
Every class includes eLearning. Before you book, we’ll confirm what this course includes, along with any boat, gas, rental, or site costs.
Do I receive a certification card?
Yes. After you successfully complete the course requirements, we issue an electronic certification card (eCard). You can request a physical card for $20.
Can I use certification from another agency?
Bring your certification card and training records. We’ll review your background and confirm whether it meets this course’s agency requirements before you enroll.
What medical paperwork do I need?
Every student completes the medical questionnaire electronically through the course or on paper. A medical professional’s evaluation and signature are required only if your answers indicate that medical clearance is needed; complete it before any pool, shore, or boat diving activity. Download Form HERE.
Can I request private training?
Tell us if you prefer one-to-one or private training. We’ll check instructor availability and let you know whether it’s offered for this course and what it costs.
What if weather or water conditions change?
Your instructor or captain may adjust the site or schedule when weather, sea state, visibility, or current affects safe training. We’ll share the updated plan with you.
How should I prepare?
Complete your eLearning before class, review the prerequisites, and bring your certification card, logbook, and required equipment. Call us if you want to confirm your gear before you travel.
How do I check dates or enroll?
Choose an available date on this page or call Stuart Scuba at (772) 600-8288. We’ll help you review prerequisites, schedule, tuition, and what to bring.
