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Crossover Instructor Trainer (MI)
An instructor trainer course for qualified Instructor Trainers and Course Directors from recognized diving agencies seeking RAID instructor trainer status. This course accelerates the pathway for experienced instructors from other agencies to transition into the RAID training structure, teaching RAID's methodology, standards, and curriculum. Candidates learn to train and certify RAID instructors across all specialities, qualifying them to operate independently as RAID Course Directors within the international technical diving community.
Prerequisites
Minimum 21 years old. Instructor Trainer or Course Director status from a recognized diving agency. First Aid Instructor Trainer certification. Oxygen Provider Instructor certification. Valid medical clearance from licensed physician (within 12 months). Diving instructor liability insurance. No outstanding quality assurance investigations. Have trained at least 10 RAID students (or alternative pathway per standard).
Standards
What a diver must demonstrate to pass this course — not always published by the certifying agency.
Demonstrate RAID instructor training methodology, curriculum delivery standards, assessment procedures for RAID certifications, quality assurance compliance, and ability to train technical diving instructors.
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Common questions about RAID Crossover Instructor Trainer (MI)
What are the prerequisites for RAID Crossover Instructor Trainer (MI)?
RAID's standards require: Minimum 21 years old. Instructor Trainer or Course Director status from a recognized diving agency. First Aid Instructor Trainer certification. Oxygen Provider Instructor certification. Valid medical clearance from licensed physician (within 12 months). Diving instructor liability insurance. No outstanding quality assurance investigations. Have trained at least 10 RAID students (or alternative pathway per standard).
What is the minimum age for RAID Crossover Instructor Trainer (MI)?
RAID's standards state: Minimum 21 years old.
What does RAID Crossover Instructor Trainer (MI) training involve?
According to RAID's published standards: Demonstrate RAID instructor training methodology, curriculum delivery standards, assessment procedures for RAID certifications, quality assurance compliance, and ability to train technical diving instructors.