New Zealand Certificate in Diving (Supervision) (Level 4) with optional strand in Dive Vessel Operations

Take the next step moves into the professional realm of Scuba Diving. The NZ Certificate in Diving (Supervision) (Level 4) will expand your diving knowledge and hone your skills to demonstration level. The PADI Divemaster training develops your leadership abilities, qualifying you to supervise dive activities and assist instructors with student divers.
This program also includes 5 x PADI Specialty ratings and achieves the PADI Master Scuba Diving rating.
Complete the optional strand in Dive Vessel Operations which certifies the student with the NZ Underwater Association Commercial Skippers Licence for a vessel up to 6m in length.
The PADI Divemaster qualification will enable you to gain employment within the dive and tourism sector as a dive guide and assist in the training of recreational divers anywhere in the world. This programme can then lead into other qualifications such as the NZ Diploma in Professional Scuba Instruction (Level 5) where you will gain your PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor with 5 specialty ratings.
Program Start Dates
| Course | Type | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| NZ Certificate in Diving - Level 4 Supervision | Part Time | Jan 2027 or On Request |
| NZ Certificate in Diving - Level 4 Supervision | Full Time | May or October 2027 |
| NZ Certificate in Diving - Level 4 Supervision (Summer School) | Full Time | Nov 2026 |
