Yours is not an unusual desire. As has been pointed out, there are several threads already on the board concerning this very topic. Yes, you should look them up and become acquainted with what they have to say.
Now, let's take a look at a few things that you should consider before taking the leap of faith of trying to become a scuba professional.
Do you mind making little to no money compared to what you are doing now?
Do long hours doing heavy physical labor bother you?
Are you in the best physical condition, so that you can place yourself in harm's way in order to keep someone from harm?
The list of questions could go on for quite some time, but I think you get the idea. In our minds, we often tend to idealize or romanticize what may be on the other side of the fence – or in this case, the water line. But, by all means, learn to dive and enjoy the underwater world is much as possible. Do it for a while and watch what the professionals have to do as part of their day on a regular basis to cater to you as a diver. Then decide if you yourself are willing to do the same.
