Diving Courses

Our Scuba Instructor Program for Elite Professionals will take someone from an Open Water Diver to a Instructor.

This program and our school is nationally accredited by ACCET.

To Sign up for the program, download and fill out, bring back the Enrollment Agreement and download the Catalog & Course Schedule

Our Program includes the following courses:

Mission Statement

At the training division of Discovery Diving Co., Inc., our mission is to produce outstanding Scuba professionals that not only comply with industry standards, but surpass them. Through our two intensive professional programs, the 5-month Divemaster program and the 9-month Instructor program, graduates emerge ready to teach courses, guide students and certified divers, work on charter boats, work in a dive shop or resort, and even begin their own business. Our goal is to graduate students with Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) professional rankings that exceed industry standards, creating an instructor that is in high demand worldwide.

Frequently Asked Questions

How and where do I sign up?
To sign up please email, call (252-728-2265) or just stop in to Discovery Diving (if using VA/GI Bill please see below).

How long will the program take?
This program runs almost 9 months, every weekend, with mandatory attendance (some rescheduling may be accommodated).  To graduate, the student must complete all of the classes, as well as 100 ocean dives. You will complete about 40 dives with our instructors, which means that you will be responsible for the additional 60 dives on your own.

How often will I be going to classes/diving?
The student is not required to take a class every weekend, but if they wish to complete the program faster, we will generally have dives available for them to take at least once a week. Most classes will be held on weekends. But for example: Enriched Air specialty just requires classroom time, so we may schedule them on weekday evenings and some classes i.e. the Advanced Class may  class time on a Friday evening to expedite the dives that following weekend. We are flexible; we understand that we have to work with many different schedules. We are eager to have students complete the program so we will do everything that we can to accommodate your needs.

What do I need to do before I Start My First Class?

1. Tell all your friends you are taking Scuba diving course and ask them if they would like to join you.
2. Please read the first three modules of the PADI Open Water Manual and complete the Knowledge Reviews at the end of each module.
3. Please complete the Medical Form enclosed with your student package, please get your Medical form signed by your doctor since you are entering into a professional program.
4. You will need to provide your own mask, fins, booties, and snorkel. If you would like to schedule an appointment for a personal fitting prior to your first day of class, please give us a call. You may also wait until after the first day of class during which we will give a very important lecture on the proper fit of equipment.
5. We will provide the rest of your Scuba equipment for your class, pool, and ocean sessions.
6. Note class times and date. Promptness is appreciated.
7. Practice putting your face in water with your snorkel in your mouth (no mask on) in a bathtub, pool, etc. and practice being able to breathe in through your mouth and out through your nose 2 or 3 times without lifting your face out of the water and with out holding your nose.
8. Collect high school transcript and submit to DDC.

Where do I meet for my first class?
Students will need to come to Discovery Diving Co. 414 Orange St. in Beaufort NC 28516 252-728-2265 (Scuba OK)

What do I need to bring for my first class?
On the first day, you will need to bring your Open Water Manual and Dive tables. You will also need to bring your bathing suit/towel on the first day.

Is lodging available? We offer discounted barracks style lodging for those commuting in on a weekly basis, as we have space available. 

Where can I go for more information?
For more information on the program, please call Discovery Diving Co. at 252 728 2265 or email us at [email protected]

Where do I meet for my first class?
Students will need to come to Discovery Diving Co. 414 Orange St. in Beaufort NC 28516 252-728-2265 (Scuba OK)

What do I need to bring for my first class?
On the first day, you will need to bring your Open Water Manual and Dive tables. You will also need to bring your bathing suit/towel on the first day.

Are there any additional costs that the tuition does not cover?
Yes. Your tuition does not cover your Scuba Equipment. Scuba equipment is available to rent for the Open Water class; however, after your Open Water class, you are responsible for purchasing your own equipment.