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Scuba Diving Instructor / Dive Master
Scuba diving instructors and divemasters teach recreational and specialty diving courses and lead guided dives for tourists and enthusiasts. Florida's 1,350+ miles of coastline, world-famous Florida Keys coral reef system, and freshwater spring diving attract hundreds of thousands of divers annually — making FL the most active dive market east of the Mississippi.
FL Median Salary
$42,000
Entry Salary
$30,000
Experienced
$70,000
FL Growth
8%
Requirements & Training
- Credential: PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor or NAUI Instructor certification required
- Typical program length: Divemaster: 3-6 months; Instructor Development Course: additional 2 weeks
- Typical tuition range: $3,000 - $8,000
Career Path
- Recreational Diver → Rescue Diver → Divemaster → Open Water Instructor → Master Instructor → Course Director
Top Florida Employers
Florida Keys dive shopsSeaWorld OrlandoReef Environmental Education FoundationRainbow Reef Dive CenterGinnie Springs OutdoorsScuba diving retailers
Related Programs
- PADI Instructor Development Course
- Divemaster Internship
- Marine Science Certificate
- Recreational Dive Leadership Program