advancement

[dementid]

Well I did it I decided to start working towards getting my instructor cert I go to the EFR class tonight and will get my rescue class schedule so I can get started on my DM class.

 

[Mack Diver]

Congrats.

 

[Crazyduck]

Take your time and enjoy the ride. Being a DM was an exciting part of my training background.

 

[MichaelBaranows]

I would have to agree on taking your time. I have been diving for 5 years and a DM for about 2. Personally I don't see a reason to become a inst. at this time since I don't own or plan to own a dive shop. As a DM I get to help people learn to dive and enjoy most of the benefits that an inst. would. But I don't have to spend a day in classroom teaching.

 

[SailNaked]

go for it, I love interacting with students, very challenging. I make much less than minimum wage, (there must be a law against that). but I assume if it is a passion then pay is irrelevant.

 

[Laredo Scuba Diver]

Good luck to you. I wish you the best.

Rene,
Divemaster
Laredo, Texas

 

[Chris Hipp]

I just finished my DM this week. It is a tough process, but it definitely worth it.

I don't see any reason to do instructor either. I suppose I would if I could find a really good deal, but I just can't see spending $1500+ when I don't plan on doing it as a job.

 

[dementid]

Finished my rescue class today and on Tue I go pick up the books for my DM class

 

[rakpix]

I don't see any reason to do instructor either. I suppose I would if I could find a really good deal, but I just can't see spending $1500+ when I don't plan on doing it as a job.

same sentiments here. i'm doing my NAUI divemaster internship right now, but want to focus a lot more on skills practice & tech before i even think about intructor ...

 

[dementid]

did the first of the practical modules work on some skills did the equip exchange under water , it wasnt prety but the instructor got a chuckle tho