Becoming a PADI Instructor can open the door to a career built around diving, travel and sharing your passion for the underwater world.
Follow PADI Diver Nadia Aly as she travels to South Africa to complete her Instructor Development Course (IDC) and take the next step toward becoming a PADI Instructor.
Preparing for the IDC
“Everyone I’ve talked to who’s done their IDC loved it, thought it was an amazing experience and thought they learned so much about scuba diving. And they just really enjoyed themselves. I know it’s going to be fun and amazing; I also know it’s going to be a lot of hard work. But I’m ready for it.” – Nadia Aly
The IDC Itslef
Follow Nadia as she experiences the ins and outs of the IDC.
The Instructor Examination
Following completion of the IDC, Nadia must take on the all-important Instructor Examination (IE), a two-day evaluative program
Life as a PADI Instructor
“My world changed the minute I decided to become a PADI Open Water Diver. Little did I know that I would one day be traveling and diving around the world for a living. My PADI allows me to follow my passion.” – Nadia Aly
In the final video, PADI Instructor Nadia Aly reflects on her IDC experience and shares what’s next for her as a PADI Pro.
Become a PADI Instructor
Ready to turn your passion for diving into a career? Discover how to become a PADI Pro and inspire others to explore the underwater world.



