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October 19th 2026

SSI Instructor Programs on Curacao

The Instructor Training Course (ITC) will prepare you to become an Open Water Instructor through real-life training scenarios, comprehensive theoretical education, and hands mentoring every step of the way.
Experience what it’s like to live as an instructor with a prime beach-front location as your classroom. Develop your skills to master level to prepare yourself not only for the Instructor Evaluation (IE) but, more importantly, for your future career.
All theory can be completed in your own language and additional mentoring from our in-house Instructor Trainer. The Instructor Training Course can be taught in 3 different languages: English, Dutch & German.

You can find all our SSI dive instructor courses below.

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What people say about us

star rating  What a great time diving with Thor at THE DIVESHOP. Wife and I visited Curacao many times while cruising. Thor picked us up from the cruise ship right on time.... read more

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January 1, 2023

star rating  Loved everything about our diving experience with The Diveshop Curaçao Excellent guidance for our teens taking their open water course. Professional, relaxed, safety first and above all fun. Highly recommended!... read more

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November 1, 2022

star rating  I dove with various instructors at the diveshop through my time in curaçao and did several courses, mainly with Thor and Pleunie, but I also had the chance to dive... read more

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October 26, 2022

Instructor Calendar 2026 & 2027

ITC

June 28th '26

July 7th '26

Instructor Exam

July 8th '26

July 9th '26

ITC

October 19th '26

October 30th '26

Instructor Exam

October 31st '26

November 1st '26

ITC

February 2027 Coming Soon

June 2027 Coming Soon

SSI Instructor Course

By now you probably decided that you would like to become a SSI professional. GREAT decision, because there are some fantastic times waiting for you. The program that we offer is not only a professional education, but at the same time you will enjoy the beautiful weather of Curacao, sandy beaches and crystal clear waters. On top of that it’s an adventure you are going to start living abroad for a couple of weeks or maybe even months and making friends for the rest of your life. After you followed and successfully completed our program you have the opportunity to work all over the world. Every where you have been dreaming off. It’s all going to be possible for you very very…soon!

Minimum requirement is minimum 18 years old, 100 logged dives, Divemaster certification and medical clearance signed by a physician within the last 12 months.

CHECK OUR SSI ITC CALENDAR FOR ALL DATES ON CURAÇAO

$3.199 incl. tax
Duration: 14 days
Incl. accommodation
Including Crew-Pack
Including Exam Fee

Minimum Requirements

Min. 18yrs old
SSI Divemaster or equivalent
100 Logged dives
Medical signed by physician
CPR / First Aid certification

Including / Excluding

Unlimited Air
ITC Shirt
15 Nights Accommodation
Personal mentor
BCD, regulator & computer

SSI Instructor Exam

Join the 2 day SSI Instructor Exam after you have successfully completed the SSI ITC. The Instructor Exam will take place right after the ITC and will be organized by SSI Staff. During the Instructor Exam, SSI Staff will evaluate your knowledge, dive skills and overall professionalism. After the Instructor Exam your application will be officially processed by SSI HQ and you will receive a notification that you’re in active teaching status.

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*SSI Candidates must bring their own mask, snorkel, fins & wetsuit/rashguard.

*SSI Candidates must bring cutting tool/knife, dive light, DSMB and signaling device

Instructor Packages

ITC Including Preparation Day

13 Days

On request

ITC Including Specialty Weekend

15 Days

On request

ITC Incl. Prep Day and Specialty Weekend

16 Days

On request

Optional Accommodation
Unlimited Diving
Including Rental Equipment
Including SSI Manuals
Including PADI Fees
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*ITC Packages are including rental BCD, regulator & computer.

Candidates must bring their own mask, snorkel, fins & wetsuit/rashguard.

Official SSI Dive Center

An SSI Dive Center (Scuba Schools International) is a certified scuba diving facility that offers a range of diving courses and activities, adhering to the international training standards established by SSI, while encouraging aquatic environmental responsibility.

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