The Divemaster program is designed to train experienced and knowledgeable divers to organize and conduct enjoyable open water dives for certified divers. If all other prerequisites are met, a current Divemaster is qualified to enter an Instructor Training Course (ITC).  Many Divemasters are employed full-time or work independently supervising certified divers during club, store, resort or charter tour and travel activities. As a Divemaster you enjoy again and again adventures to which you introduce your clients. NAUI Divemaster certification is another option leading to Instructor qualification.

Overview

The Divemaster rating is the highest NAUI leadership-level certification with the exception of Instructor. The program is designed to train experienced and knowledgeable divers to organize and conduct enjoyable open water dives for certified divers.

Qualifications of Graduates

• An active-status Divemaster is qualified to organize and conduct dives for certified divers if the diving activities and locale approximate those in which the Divemaster is trained. Additional training, knowledge or experience is necessary for the Divemaster who desires to organize highly specialized activities, such as wreck penetration, cavern or ice dives or enter a new locale.
• An active-status Divemaster is qualified to organize and conduct Recognition (such as International Diver) and Experience Programs (such as Stingray Experience) and award appropriate recognition materials to participants.
• An active-status Divemaster is qualified to assist an active-status Instructor in diving courses.
• An active-status Divemaster who completes a DAN First Aid Instructor orientation, who has completed all required DAN orientation modules and is using the DAN training and support materials, may teach the DAN First Aid programs.
• If all other prerequisites are met, a current Divemaster is qualified to enter an Instructor Training Course (ITC).

Prerequisites for Entering the Course

• Minimum age is 18 years by the water phase of the course.
• Current certification as a Master Scuba Diver
• Current certification as a Rescur Scuba Diver
• Both the Master and Rescue Scuba Diver written exams with a minimum scores of 75% on each.
• A minimum of 60 logged open water scuba dives with a minimum of 25 hours bottom time. Dives shall be varied in environment, depth and activities is required.
• Medical Approval - Verification of good physical condition as documented by a medical examination and unconditional approval for diving by a licensed physician.