The NAUI Instructor Training Course (ITC) is designed to train and qualify NAUI Instructor member applicants. During the course, candidate instructors learn effective methods to teach skin and scuba diving in compliance with NAUI diving course standards. The ITC may be presented in two phases. If done so, Phase one, called an Instructor Training Program (ITP), contains all developmental training except for the final evaluations. During an ITP, candidate practice performances must be evaluated by at least two qualified evaluators. The ITP can be conducted in many formats, ranging in length from a week to an internship over an extended period. The second or final phase of an ITC so organized is called the Instructor Qualification Program (IQP), during which a NAUI Course Director must be in residence and all final evaluations will be made. The course assures the NAUI membership that candidates who receive certification as NAUI Instructors have the knowledge, skills, fitness, and proper attitude to do so. Certified NAUI Instructor course graduates are qualified to apply for NAUI Instructor membership in any status provided for in the bylaws of the association. An active-status NAUI Instructor may independently teach NAUI sanctioned courses and authorize NAUI certification for graduates. An active-status NAUI Instructor may independently conduct NAUI recognition and experience programs and authorize formal recognition for graduates. An active-status NAUI Instructor who completes all requirements as laid out by the NAUI Training Department, can teach the NAUI First Aid provider courses. A NAUI Instructor member may renew such membership annually (in any one status) by meeting the requirements set by the NAUI Training Department and Membership Committee. WHO MAY CONDUCT • When using NAUI Materials active-status NAUI Instructors with Instructor Trainer designation may teach the Instructor Training Program (ITP) and staff instructor level courses including the Instructor Qualification Program (IQP) at the discretion of the Course Director. • Active-status NAUI Instructors with Course Director designation. 

PREREQUISITES:

• Age. Minimum age of 18 years prior to enrollment and start of training.

• Certification/Experience/Knowledge. – Current certification as a NAUI Assistant Instructor or NAUI Divemaster or equivalent

• Current certification in Diving First Aid for Professional Divers (DFA Pro) or equivalent.

• Certified as a NAUI Nitrox Diver or equivalent.

• A minimum of 60 logged open water scuba dives with a minimum of 30 hours bottom time are required for enrollment. Dives shall be varied in environment, depth, and activities.

• Prior to certification as a NAUI Instructor, the candidate will have a minimum of 100 logged dives. Dives shall be varied in environment, depth, and activities.

• Minimum of 6 months of diving experience.

• The Instructor Trainer or Course Director is to ensure adequate student knowledge and capability before any open water training and shall use skill or other evaluations to do so.

*** SOME CLASS DATES ARE INTERNATIONAL AND SUBJECT TO TRAVEL & ADDITIONAL FEES. PLEASE NOTE THE LOCATION OF THE SELECTED CLASS WHEN PICKING YOUR DATE.