Deaf diver considering Dive Master

[MiloP]

Hi All. I have bilateral Cochlear Implants so when I am on a boat or on land I can hear. When in the water I am deaf. I have been diving for over 30 years. I have been thinking lately about the possibility of getting my Padi dive master and possibly instructor with the intent that when my daughter graduates I would someplace for the winters (I live in Minnesota) and work as a DM or Instructor for the winter months. My question is is this reasonable and would anyplace hire me without the ability to hear when on the surface after a dive. I do have a water proof processor that I can wear in the water to a depth of 10'. I could however put it in a dry case and take it with and then put it on once I am surfaced. Look forward to anyones thoughts!!

Hi,
I'm a marine scientist in Australia with single-sided hearing (5.5. years) and CI in left ear (3 years) and had lots of discussions about getting my commercial dive medical again. I would be keen to hear about your diving experiences with a CI. Can take offline if you wish.
Cheers,
Miles

 

[deaf diver]

Hi,
I'm a marine scientist in Australia with single-sided hearing (5.5. years) and CI in left ear (3 years) and had lots of discussions about getting my commercial dive medical again. I would be keen to hear about your diving experiences with a CI. Can take offline if you wish.
Cheers,
Miles

Hi Milo I’m happy to chat. Feel free to call or text or whatsapp 1-612-987-4010
Greg