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Ice Diver Instructor
Trains instructors to certify recreational divers in ice diving, a specialized environment course covering under-ice procedures, cold-water physiology, tethering, bailout protocols, and safety considerations unique to ice-covered water. Instructors learn teaching methodologies for cold-water physiology, under-ice navigation, restricted-visibility procedures, and emergency ascent protocols when surface is blocked by ice. This course is for instructors who operate in polar or alpine regions where ice-covered diving represents an exciting frontier for advanced recreational divers.
Prerequisites
Minimum 18 years old. Must hold current RAID Open Water Instructor certification. Must hold current RAID Divemaster certification (for courses a Divemaster can teach). Must be currently certified as a diver in the Ice Diver specialty. Must complete registration process with mandatory documentation.
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Common questions about RAID Ice Diver Instructor
What are the prerequisites for RAID Ice Diver Instructor?
RAID's standards require: Minimum 18 years old. Must hold current RAID Open Water Instructor certification. Must hold current RAID Divemaster certification (for courses a Divemaster can teach). Must be currently certified as a diver in the Ice Diver specialty. Must complete registration process with mandatory documentation.
What is the minimum age for RAID Ice Diver Instructor?
RAID's standards state: Minimum 18 years old.