fezaljab
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I am 35 year old ESL teacher strongly considering becoming a Divemaster or Instructor. I only have my open water, but recall really enjoying the experience. I am living in South Korea currenltly and doing research into PADI courses in the Philippines, Thailand, Bali, and Honduras. I figure since I am over here, I might as well take a course on this side of the world. Part of me thinks it may be wiser to take the course where I would like to stay put for a while (Central America) Anyways, I digress.
I am fully aware that people do not become a scuba instructor for the money. I just wonder how low the income is. I've read that the average yearly salary is $24,000. This sounds a bit rough. Are instructors able to afford their own apartments, travel expenses, savings, etc.?
Any thoughts on where to take the plunge and start a scuba education or suggestions for easing my fears about money would be greatly appreciated. P.S. I am a certified massage therapist. Would that help at all while either training for divemaster or while working in the industry? Thank you.....
I am fully aware that people do not become a scuba instructor for the money. I just wonder how low the income is. I've read that the average yearly salary is $24,000. This sounds a bit rough. Are instructors able to afford their own apartments, travel expenses, savings, etc.?
Any thoughts on where to take the plunge and start a scuba education or suggestions for easing my fears about money would be greatly appreciated. P.S. I am a certified massage therapist. Would that help at all while either training for divemaster or while working in the industry? Thank you.....