As well as offering the NZQA Full-Time Diploma in Professional Scuba Instruction at Dive HQ Auckland we also offer various part-time, and courses available to those in full-time study or working.
Part-time Diploma in Professional Scuba Instruction
Part-time Diploma in Professional Scuba Instruction is a fixed schedule of every other weekend for two years. For a shorter commitment we offer Certificates in Diving, Level 3 or Level 4
Part-time Certificate in Scuba Diving Rescue L3 PADI Rescue Diver
Part-time Certificate in Scuba Diving Supervision L4 PADI Divemaster
Summer School Level 3 or Level 4
National Certificate in Scuba Diving Level 3
Includes
- PADI eLearning (online theory) & classroom
- PADI Internationally recognised certifications: Open Water, Advanced and Rescue
- Emergency First Responder
- Student loan approved programme & Fees Free
- Minimum of 40 logged dives
- Expert professional tuition
Additional
- Real world experience within the diving industry.
- Be part of our busy DIVE HQ AUCKLAND dive centre and scuba community
- On site transport to and from dive sites
- Great "Lease to Own" payment packages or discount hire
- Expert equipment fittings
- Dive Buddies! You will be Diving with our other students
- Free airfills & chance for extra diving throughout the course
Field trips-including accomodation & transport
Price for NZ Certificate in Scuba Diving Level 3
Domestic price: $5248.00
International price:
Studylink-NZQA Approved Course which means you can add this amount onto your Student Loan.
Fees Free Eligible Course
The programme meets the requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Service’s Limited Certificate of Competence, which allows entry into dive sectors such as Aquaculture, Film and Photographic. They also allow entry to further training for underwater professional activities, such as Scientific or Dive Tourism sectors. It is also the prerequisite qualification for the National Certificate in Diving Level 4 and PADI Divemaster qualification - the first Professional level certification in the PADI System.
Exit Qualification: PADI Rescue Diver
RSTC medical Certificate-to be signed by your doctor
Certificate in Diving Level 4
Part-Time
Continue the adventure of diving with the National Certificate in Diving Level 4. Designed to work around your schedule, the programme allows you to do the things you enjoy and work at the same time! And continue your PADI Training pathway.
If you are PADI Rescue Diver Certified and want to learn how the diving industry works on a professional level, then we can show you the way. The PADI Divemaster, Level 4 programme is the next step from Level 3 Course and takes you from a Rescue Diver to a certified PADI Divemaster.
This is a planned schedule of training. Every other weekend. Days off & holidays. Come diving with us and train at the same time.
Includes
- PADI eLearning and all dive theory material
- Internationally recognised PADI Divemaster Certification
- Log a minimum of 20 dives
- Confined water workshops with real students
- Open Water dives, both on course and with other students
- Develop course specific skills in confined water training workshops.
- Master skill demonstration during confined water training.
- Expand your knowledge in search and recovery scenarios with a particular emphasis on knot tying skills.
- Many opportunities to assist on recreational dive courses and build up your experience.
Additional
- Work under the direct supervision of experienced instructors who provide the essential mentoring role.
- Develop knowledge of our core Open Water environments as you complete on-site management, and direction and gain real-world experience.
- Working with real students on a variety of course levels including Open Water, Advanced and Rescue Courses.
Price of the National Certificate in Scuba Diving Supervision
NZ$6189
Studylink-NZQA Approved Course which means you can add this amount onto your Student Loan.
Exit Qualification:
PADI Divemaster
Prerequisites
- PADI Rescue Certification or equivalent
- Minimum 18 years of age
- Current Dive Medical (conducted within the past 12 months)
- Be trained and hold a current first aid certificate with CPR within the past two years
Why Dive HQ Auckland?
We're not your average dive shop. That's all we'll say. Do your own research. Ask us questions. We can make your diving goals work for you. We're adaptable, approachable and we love what we do and want to share our knowledge and expertise with you!
ARE YOU STUDYING ALREADY?
Summer School at Dive HQ Auckland
What if I told you there was a way you could go scuba diving all summer break AND keep your Studylink assistance and allowances going. YOU CAN! If you choose to enrol on one of our NZQA-approved Certificates running this summer break.
Fees Free Eligible Course
What better way to spend your Summer?
Summer School Classes are held Tuesday to Friday from 9am till 5pm.
Dive all Summer! It's our busiest time of year for diving. So there's a great energy in the stores.
Start Nov- xmas break- Complete Feb
THe best way to spend your Summer. And the great thing is you get to keep your living allowance while you study
A good balance of elearning, classroom and practical on all professional courses
Boat Dive Field Trips
"Doing this was the best thing I have ever participated in, it helped with my mental and physical health. The teachers are great and welcoming, plus great for a good laugh! I would recommend this to every person possible, even my 9 year old brother can not wait to do this course! Totally worth it"
Darianna Wilde
09 213 1328
02102508990