MSDT HIKKADUWA

Frequently Asked Questions:

What makes Poseidon Diving Hikkaduwa ideal for PADI Specialty Instructor training?

Poseidon Diving Hikkaduwa combines highly experienced teaching staff, led by renowned Course Director Mark Soworka, with perfect training conditions on Sri Lanka’s most historic wreck dives and coral reefs.

Who will be my instructor and what are their credentials?

Training is led by Mark Soworka, one of the world’s most respected PADI Platinum Course Directors, noted for his expertise and track record developing dive professionals internationally.

Why does Hikkaduwa’s location matter for specialty training?

Hikkaduwa has a rich history of shipwrecks easily accessible from shore, allowing direct practical experience for courses like Wreck Diver and Deep Diver specialties. Vibrant marine life and clear waters also support other specialty courses.

Which PADI Specialty Instructor ratings can I earn at Poseidon Diving Station?

Poseidon Diving Hikkaduwa offers a broad selection of specialty instructor courses, including:

Wreck Diver
Deep Diver
Enriched Air (Nitrox) Instructor
Night Diver
Underwater Navigator
Search and Recovery
Adaptive Teaching
Equipment
Digital Underwater Photographer
Underwater Naturalist
Fish Identification
Marine Resource Management
Drift Diver

Additional specialties may be available on request.

What are the career advantages of becoming a PADI Specialty Instructor?

PADI Specialty Instructors are in high demand at dive centers, resorts, and liveaboards worldwide. Earning multiple specialty instructor ratings greatly boosts instructor employability and allows for teaching a wider range of courses and attracting more clients.

Will specialty training at Hikkaduwa improve my employment prospects globally?

Yes, instructors certified in several specialties are more competitive for jobs internationally, with many opportunities listed on global job boards and through professional networks.

Is practical experience included in specialty instructor courses?

All training includes hands-on practice, with direct application of specialty skills on Hikkaduwa’s famous wrecks and reefs, supervised by Mark Soworka.

Can I start teaching specialty courses immediately after training?

Yes, after completing the relevant instructor training and certification for each specialty, you are permitted to teach that specialty to students worldwide.

Do I need prior experience for specialty instructor courses?

You must be a certified PADI Instructor, and certain specialties require diver-level experience, but full support is provided by Poseidon's team during training.

Completing your specialty instructor training at Poseidon Diving Station Hikkaduwa provides top-class mentorship, unique wreck diving experiences, and a powerful career boost for dive professionals worldwide

Pre-requisites:

To qualify for training on your PADI MSDT Course, you must:

Be at least 18 YEARS OLD
Be certified as a diver for at LEAST SIX MONTHS
Be certified as a PADI Instructor
Have 100 logged dives that include experience in night, deep and navigation diving
Have CPR and FIRST AID qualifications within the last 24 months
(the "EFR" Emergency First Responder course meets this requirement)
Be fit for diving and submit a PADI MEDICAL STATEMENT signed by a physician within the last 12 months

Additional PADI Fees (Not Included in the Course Price)
These fees are payable directly to PADI by credit card in AUD and excludes GST