Career Programmes at Dive Otago

Dive Otago Career Diving Courses

All of these courses are approved for NZQA Student Loans and Allowances. You may also be eligible for the government's Fees Free Programme.

Beginner to PADI Scuba Instructor

1 Year Full-Time
Monday to Thursday

No Experience Needed

Beginner to PADI Rescue Diver

3 Months Full-Time
1 Year Part-Time

No Experience Needed

Rescue to Divemaster

6 Months Full-Time
1 Year Part-Time

Prerequisite Rescue Diver

Divemaster to Scuba Instructor

3-4 months Full-Time
Enquire about Part-Time

Prerequisite Divemaster