Diver Propulsion Vehicle Instructor
€250.00
This Package Includes
Diver Propulsion Vehicle Instructor1
- Diver Propulsion Vehicle Instructor Course
Additional1
- PADI Instructor Specialty Application Fee 2026 (each) (€63.00)
PADI Instructor Specialities
Diver Propulsion Vehicle Instructor
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17 five-star reviews
Teach divers to use underwater scooters safely and efficiently.
1 day
Duration
PADI Instructor Specialities
Level
PADI
Certification
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Team
IDC Sardegna
About this course
Diver Propulsion Vehicle Instructor
Qualify to teach the PADI Diver Propulsion Vehicle specialty, training divers to use underwater scooters safely and efficiently.
The course covers equipment set-up, battery management, navigation, team procedures and risk control when diving with a DPV.
DPV is increasingly popular in exploration and advanced recreational diving.
Course structure
Stage 1
Course standards
The PADI Diver Propulsion Vehicle course: standards, DPV types, maintenance and the hazards of riding a scooter.
Classroom
Stage 2
Knowledge development
How to teach DPV planning, battery and trim management and team procedures.
Classroom
Stage 3
Practical application
Plan and lead a DPV training dive, managing speed, depth and the group.
Open water
What's included
Instructor-level theory and teaching workshops with the Course Director
Skill demonstration practice to PADI standards
Guidance on running, evaluating and certifying the course
What you'll learn
- Teach DPV set-up and battery management
- Teach navigation and team procedures with scooters
- Manage DPV-specific risks
- Supervise DPV training dives
- Teach and certify the PADI DPV Diver course
Prerequisites
- PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor in teaching status, or an IDC candidate
- PADI DPV Diver certification or equivalent logged DPV dives
Packages
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3 Specialities Bundle
Choose any 3 PADI Instructor Specialities from our full range for one bundle price.
€250.00
This Package Includes
3 Specialities Bundle1
- Diver Propulsion Vehicle Instructor Course
Additional1
- PADI Instructor Specialty Application Fee 2026 (each) (€63.00)
5 Specialities Bundle
Choose any 5 PADI Instructor Specialities from our full range for one bundle price.
€250.00
This Package Includes
5 Specialities Bundle1
- Diver Propulsion Vehicle Instructor Course
Additional1
- PADI Instructor Specialty Application Fee 2026 (each) (€63.00)
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Where this leads
- More Specialty Instructor ratings
- Master Scuba Diver Trainer (five specialties plus 25 certifications)
What Our Students Say
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“🌊 IDC No. 8 – April-May 2026: AMAZING! 🌊 An incredibly intensive course that truly prepares you to become the kind of instructor you wish you had when you first decided to breathe underwater 🤿 It lasted nearly a month online and 10 days in person.💪💪💪 You need to trust the process, because the program is designed not only to teach diving skills, but also to help you grow into a more professional, confident, and…”
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“I just did my IDC with IDC Sardegna and it was the most amazing experience in my life. I love all of the staff with all my heart. The support, the training, the organisation and in generall every day was structured perfect. It was a challengig time, but I fully enjoyed it and was able to do a big step in my diving live. Special thanks to the Course Director Luca, who is one of the most inspiring persons I met in my…”
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“I did the IDC with them and everything was truly fantastic. They're professional, helpful, and ready to help you both with the course and if you have any issues with the equipment. They truly take care of every detail. Luckily, I don't have to do it again 😄 ✌🏼, but if I did, I'd definitely choose them again.”
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