INSTRUCTOR CROSSOVER
More and more, instructors from other agencies are asking us for training to improve their skills as educators, correct deficiencies, and be able to work as DIVE RAID instructors.
RAID has a training system that is unique in the market, where you will consistently, effectively, and efficiently learn all the techniques necessary to teach diving safely and in an environmentally responsible manner.
The idea is not to teach you how to train divers, but rather to properly explain the agency, the educational materials, the website, the app, the videos, how to register and certify students, etc.
And, above all, what sets us apart from other agencies!
Once completed, you become a DIVE RAID Instructor, maintaining the same level and all the specialties you currently hold. Advanced specialty courses (Sidemount, Essential, Tec45, …) and Tech Diving courses (cave diving, Trimix, CCR …) require separate crossovers.
Do not hesitate to contact us regarding your current instructor specialties so that we can prepare a complete package.
Prerequisites
To join the RAID Instructor Crossover, you must meet the following requirements:
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have a current Medical Certificate stating you are “fit for underwater activities” (or “fit to dive”), as required by Art. 25 of the Order of November 14, 1997, regulating Safety Standards for Underwater Activities.
- Be an active status OWSI (Open Water Scuba Instructor) from any recognized agency.
- Be an active status Nitrox and Deep 40 Instructor.
- If you are not yet a Nitrox and/or Deep 40 Instructor, you can complete these training seminars during the crossover.
- Hold current Accident and Civil Liability Insurance.
- Hold current certifications in First Aid and Oxygen Administration.
Course Schedule
The Crossover consists of several theory sessions where we will cover the academic presentations, quizzes, and exams for the main programs that this IDP (Instructor Development Program) qualifies you to teach:
- Open Water 20
- Explorer 30
- Advanced 35
- Master Rescue
- Nitrox
- Deep 40
The course also includes a water skills evaluation. This can be completed in person or by submitting video demonstrations of your skills.
The crossover lasts for 3 days. The first day is held online, followed by two in-person days. A period for personal work will be allowed between sessions to advance through the theoretical content.
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Theory 1
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History of RAID
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Online System Workshop
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Standards
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Risk Management Workshop
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Theory 2
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Dry Skills Circuit
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Core Courses Workshop: Try Dive, Open Water 20, Explorer 30, Advanced 35, Master Rescue.
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- Theory 3
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First Aid and Oxygen Provider Instructor Course.
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- Dive 1: Skills Circuit
- Dive 2: Master Rescue Skills
- Theory 4
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Academic presentations
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Deep 40 and Nitrox Workshop
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Final exam
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Course Details
Price:
- €399 + VAT (Valid until 31/12/2026)
Ratio:
- Minimum 2 – Maximum 8 students
Included in the price:
- Access to the RAID E-Learning platform.
- The RAID International Instructor Certification (valued at €197 + VAT).
- All theory and academic sessions.
Not Included in the price:
- In the case of in-person skills sessions:
- Student accommodation and meals.
- Rental of dive gear or cylinders.
- Student boat fees.
- Instructor expenses (to be divided among all students):
- Diesel and tolls
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Gas fills
- Boat fees
- Tank Fills (Learn more)
Ready to take the first step? You can start your course right now at no cost!
Create your profile on the RAID website.
Go to the “Free E-learning Shop”.
Select your course.
You will get access to all the manuals and can complete the first knowledge review quiz completely free.
What’s next after this course?
Upon successful completion, you will be authorized to teach the RAID courses included in the IDP, as well as all recreational diving specialties for which you are already an instructor with another certified agency.
Find your next course here on the RAID FLOWCHART.
