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 How long is the course?
The course can be completed either in a 7 day format – the IDC - or two separate sections.
The first section is the AI, run over a minimum of three days, then, at a
subsequent date, the OWSI program at a minimum of four days.
Who teaches the program?
A PADI Course Director must conduct the full IDC or the OWSI program. However a PADI
Staff Instructor can conduct the AI portion of the program
should you choose to do this separately. You will be taught by Brent
McFadden, a highly experienced PADI Course Director.
How fit do I need to be?
You certainly need to be dive fit and have a current medical signed by a doctor.
Many advertisers claim a 100% pass rate at the IE, do you?
Beware of the false advertiser. Many centres claim this but do not say on which IE the candidates all pass
- the first, second or….
Also many will also claim this with the get out being that if you fail on theory its not their responsibility.
Successfully completing the IE is a logical conclusion of your preparation and subsequent development on the IDC program. Just as
you would never put a student in the water whom you did not think was ready for it, Rob will not recommend you attend the IE
until both you and he feels you are ready for it.
What materials do I require?
PADI have recently launched the IDC
Crew Pak which is a rucksack containing most of the materials for the IDC.
We recommend you purchase this to ensure you have all the materials you
require. We can help you with this, if required - just email us to
puchase your IDC Crew Pak.
 What preparation do I need to do?
You will need to complete all the knowledge reviews contained in the candidate workbook prior to attending either the IDC or AI program.
Our advice is also to practice your skill circuit and revise your theory, in particular Physics, Physiology, Equipment, Skill & Environment
and RDP using the knowledge workbook and practicing on the Divemaster exams
for these topics.
Many centres advertise the cheapest IDC why don’t you?
With price brings quality, those that can’t compete on quality compete on price. What would you like us to remove from the program
to be able to do this - the experience of the Course Director and staff,
quality, knowledge, professionalism, experience, patience, time, safety
or…………?
I have heard the course is very stressful & intense is that true ?
The course is certainly very fast moving, however we will do our best to provide you with a relaxed low stress comfortable
learning environment.
After completing the course how long have I got before I have to attend an IE?
You have up to 12 months to attend an IE before having to repeat training.
We have aranged with PADI to will be providing an IE here in Rarotonga straight after your course, or we can provide you with a full list of exams local to you.
What happens if I can’t complete the program?
We will work, within reason, with you to help you subsequently reach any performance requirements for the program not met during the normal
course schedule.
Can AIs trained in the old program simply take the 4-day OWSI program?
Yes - but remember it is up to the Course Director to evaluate candidates suitability so some may be asked to attend the whole program.
What if candidates do not have the opportunity to complete the independent study section?
Then the IDC must be extended by 2 days to allow for this study in class.
What happens if I am unsuccessful in the IE?
Should you be unsuccessful you may, at your second IE, retake only
the sections in which you were unsuccessful, e.g. failure on the skill circuit
would result in a make up only on the confined water sessions of the IE.
Candidates will only be required to pay for the sections they have to retake
at a second IE.
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