PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor (OWSI)

Become a Certified PADI Instructor with Starfish Diving Malta

The PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor (OWSI) program is the next step for certified Divemasters who want to become fully qualified PADI Instructors. This program prepares you to teach, mentor, and inspire divers at all levels while ensuring you develop the confidence and expertise needed to succeed in the dive industry. With Chris Heitkemper and Starfish Diving Malta, you will receive world-class training in one of Europe’s top diving destinations, with access to exceptional dive sites, wrecks, reefs, and training facilities.

What’s Included?

1. PADI OWSI Course – Learn how to teach and conduct PADI dive training sessions effectively.
2. Knowledge Development Workshops – Gain a deep understanding of PADI teaching standards and methodologies.
3. Confined Water Training – Develop essential teaching and demonstration skills in a controlled environment.
4. Open Water Sessions – Conduct real-world training scenarios in Malta’s diverse dive sites.
5. Professional Development Support – Receive mentorship and career guidance from PADI Course Director Chris Heitkemper.
6. Access to IDC Facilities – Use fully equipped classrooms and training areas at Starfish Diving Malta.