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Master Instructor
Master Instructor is a leadership credential for elite RAID instructors who have established a strong teaching record and demonstrated ongoing commitment to training excellence. This is a requirement for enrollment in the Instructor Trainer Program. The Master Instructor rank carries authority to mentor junior instructors, develop training curricula, and serve on RAID's quality-assurance committees. Instructors at this level typically operate at premium dive resorts, training centers, or technical diving communities.
Prerequisites
Minimum 21 years old. Must be certified as a RAID Divemaster Instructor. Must have been a RAID Instructor for a minimum of 12 months (unless crossing over from an approved agency). Must have logged at least 300 underwater hours. Must have certified a minimum of 150 students, including at least 5 Divemaster certifications. No standards violations pending or proven within the last 12 months.
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Common questions about RAID Master Instructor
What are the prerequisites for RAID Master Instructor?
RAID's standards require: Minimum 21 years old. Must be certified as a RAID Divemaster Instructor. Must have been a RAID Instructor for a minimum of 12 months (unless crossing over from an approved agency). Must have logged at least 300 underwater hours. Must have certified a minimum of 150 students, including at least 5 Divemaster certifications. No standards violations pending or proven within the last 12 months.
What is the minimum age for RAID Master Instructor?
RAID's standards state: Minimum 21 years old.