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Enrol in Project Laut's top-rated SSI Instructor Training Course. Master the skills and knowledge needed to become a certified scuba diving instructor, ready to teach anywhere in the world.
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Project Laut’s SSI Instructor Training Courses in Nusa Penida, Bali, efficiently transform novice divers into knowledgeable SSI Open Water Instructors with a solid foundation in marine conservation and reef restoration. This well-structured program equips you with advanced skills and expertise, giving you a head start in a career in the scuba industry or marine conservation.

Passionate, Dedicated
Instructors

State of the Art
Tech-Inspired Equipment

Hands-On
Conservation Training

Project Laut offers three specialised SSI Instructor Internship programs in Nusa Penida, Bali, tailored to your time availability and desired specialisation. Our extensive internships provide an ideal launchpad for a new career in the diving industry or marine conservation. Our programs are ideal for individuals committed to professional growth and skill development.

Prerequisites

To enroll in this course, you must meet the following requirements:

  • Be 18 years of age or older
  • Have the ability to swim 200 meters unaided and tread water for 10 minutes
  • Be in good physical health. Individuals with known medical conditions may require written approval from a dive medic
  • Hold certifications as an Open Water Diver for at least six months, as well as Divemaster (Active Status) and Enriched Air Nitrox certifications
  • Possess valid First Aid (SSI React Right or Equivalent) and Oxygen Provider certifications

Our ITC Packages

Fast Track to Teach

  • 14 Days
  • SSI Instructor Training Course
  • SSI Speciality Instructor: Enriched Air Nitrox, Perfect Buoyancy, Diver Stress & Rescue
  • SSI Speciality Instructor: Marine Ecology
  • Unlimited Diving during the Course
  • Course Materials
  • Certification Cost
  • Lunches throughout the Course

Price: $1999

Eco Instructor

  • 8 Weeks
  • SSI Instructor Training Course
  • SSI Speciality Instructor: Enriched Air Nitrox, Perfect Buoyancy, Diver Stress & Rescue
  • SSI Speciality Instructor: Marine Ecology, Sea Turtle Ecology, Manta & Ray Ecology, Shark Ecology & Coral Identification
  • Conservation Training: Reef Restoration using MARRS Method, Sea Turtle Monitoring
  • Unlimited Diving during the Course
  • Course Materials
  • Certification Cost

Price: $3399

Instructor + Go Technical

  • 8 Weeks
  • SSI Instructor Training Course
  • SSI Speciality Instructor: Enriched Air Nitrox, Perfect Buoyancy, Diver Stress & Rescue
  • SSI Speciality Instructor: DEEP Diving
  • SSI Extended Range Sidemount, SSI Decompression Diving, SSI Wreck Diving
  • Unlimited Diving during the Course
  • All Inclusive 3 Day Trip to Tulamben for Wreck/Decompression Dives
  • Course Materials
  • Certification Cost

Price: $3999

  • *All prices in USD
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Advance your career with Project Laut’s Conservation Instructor Course – deepen your conservation training and marine ecology knowledge while honing your skills as a scuba instructor!
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Fast Track to Teach
Instructor Training Course Schedule

Day 1-4

Complete the Assistant Instructor course to learn how to teach and demonstrate scuba skills in confined water and conduct academic sessions and presentations in the classroom. This training covers programs such as Try Scuba, Perfect Buoyancy, and the Open Water course.

Day 5-10

Develop your teaching skills for conducting courses in open water, including the Open Water course, Advanced Adventurer, Diver Stress and Rescue, and Enriched Air Nitrox.

Day 11-12

Complete your final preparations for the Instructor Evaluation by finalizing your academic presentations, refining your in-water skills, and addressing any areas you may have missed or need to repeat.

Day 13-14

Participate in the Instructor Evaluation conducted by SSI that includes the following components: Evaluation of your academic presentations, assessment of your in-water skills & a written exam testing your knowledge of standards & dive theory
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Eco Instructor
Conservation Instructor Training Course Schedule

Week 1-2

Our unique buoyancy workshops focus on developing in-water skills through repetitive practice to build good muscle memory and achieve maximum efficiency. We expect our professional-level candidates to apply these methods when conducting skills during their Instructor Course.

Week 3-4 ITC

Complete your SSI Instructor Training Course according to the “Fast Track to Teach” schedule outlined in the ITC Course Schedule.

Week 5-6

Gain hands-on conservation experience by joining our research team, where you’ll learn conservation techniques from our marine biologists and work on our restoration site.

Week 7-8

Complete your Speciality Instructor certifications in Marine Ecology, Sea Turtle Ecology, Manta & Ray Ecology, Shark Ecology, and Coral Identification while continuing to participate in our Research Team’s conservation efforts.
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Instructor + Go Technical
Technical Instructor Training Course Schedule

Week 1-2

Our unique buoyancy workshops focus on developing in-water skills through repetitive practice to build good muscle memory and achieve maximum efficiency. We expect our professional-level candidates to apply these methods when conducting skills during their Instructor Course.

Week 3-4 ITC

Complete your SSI Instructor Training Course according to the “Fast Track to Teach” schedule outlined in the ITC Course Schedule.

Week 5-6

Focus on advanced in-water skills. Complete your SSI Decompression and SSI Wreck Diving course during a trip to the USAT Liberty in Tulamben, Bali.

Week 7-8

Enhance your technical skills by completing your SSI Sidemount Diving course, followed by gaining teaching practice and earning your Specialty Instructor certifications in Deep Diving.
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  • Marine Biologist
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  • Theo Simmons
  • SSI Open Water Instructor
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  • Audrey Montandon
  • Marine Biologist
  • SSI OWI Phoenix Divers, Koh Tao

Don't just take our word for it, our graduates say it all.

“ What is there to say? I loved my 10 weeks with Project Laut more than I ever expected to, it's been the highlight of my backpacking journey so far! Sita, Joma and all of the staff at Project Laut and Nomads were fantastic and I already miss them now that...”
Conchur Hughes
2024 Alumni
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“I joined Project Laut as a rescue diver and marine biologist to improve my diving skills becoming Conservation Divemaster and at the same time study the critically endangered Hawksbill Turtles. Assess, monitor, and analyse their population abundance and distribution in the Nusa Penida Marine Protected Area...”
Elana Gialdi
2023 Alumni
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“ I had an incredible two months with project laut. I came to do my divemaster and felt supported the entire way. Everybody there made you feel so welcomed and really made the whole experience that much better. It was so much more than just diving. We had ecology ...”
Yida Jiang
2023 Alumni
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Choosing to join the Project Laut team was an amazing opportunity to advance my career with a Divemaster certification while also gaining invaluable conservationist and scientific diving experience. After my three-month internship with Project Laut, I received job offers from multiple companies where I had sent my application, allowing me to become a marine biologist and whale researcher! Plus, it was a lot of fun, with people I have now made life-long friendships with and some of my happiest memories. Thank you, Project Laut!

Britney Jeffs (New Zealand)
SSI Divemaster, BSc Marine Sciences & Entrepreneur

I wanted to be part of something meaningful and help the planet, specifically the oceans. After reviewing many programs, Project Laut caught my attention due to its wellstructured organization, professional recruitment process, and incredibly experienced team. I especially appreciated the tech-inspired training and the thorough dive theory taught. After training here, going back to Mexico and doing the cenotes technical dive certification seemed like a walk in the park. My dream is to leave corporate life and find work with an NGO or an eco-minded company, and Project Laut has set me on the right path. Thank you, Project Laut!

Juan Pablo (Mexico)

SSI Divemaster, BSc Actuarial Science, MBA

I recently graduated from a Canadian university with a Bachelor of Science in Biology, where I discovered my passion for animals and conservation. I joined Project Laut because I wanted to gain the diving and conservation experience needed for a job in marine research. My favorite part was the tech-inspired teaching and the extensive hands-on conservation work. I also appreciated having the Divemaster training spread out over a longer time, which allowed me to truly master the skills. After my internship, I landed a job with Wallasea-talk about diving into uccess! I would recommend it to nyone! Thank you Project Laut Team!

Eugenie Ollenberger (Canada)

SSI Dive Instructor, BSc Biology

Heya! I’m Lisa from Scotland. I was at a bit of a crossroads in my personal life and decided to throw myself into my passions. After 20 years of coaching various sports and my love for diving, it made sense that I should eventually become a pro diver! I loved the Conservation Divemaster Internship and even stayed on afterwards to do my SSI Instructor Training course with Project Laut. They let me stick around for a while to shadow their instructors and help out with intern courses, too! If you’re thinking about dipping your toes into a career in professional diving, this is the place to start! Everywhere I went afterwards, dive trainers praised my skills and diving. I couldn’t be happier—Project Laut, you rock! Thanks for everything!

Lisa Thompson (United Kingdom)

SSI Dive Instructor, Sports Scientist

I joined Project Laut just after graduating high school! I wasn’t sure what to study yet, but I knew I loved working with animals and got interested in conservation during some field trips. It was very exciting to leave Canada and move across the world at 18 years old! I had the best time with Project Laut and stayed on to do my SSI Dive Instructor training right afterwards with Joma and Sita. This landed me a job at a dive shop in Mexico, where I’m working now before starting my Bachelor’s in Marine Biology! Thank you for everything-the beautiful island life, the diving, my instructors, and all the friends I made
along the way. I cannot wait to be back for my independent research work!

Mackenzie Martinez (Canada)

SSI Dive Instructor, BSc Marine Biology

I graduated with my Master of Science in Marine Biology from Bangor University, where I was part of the Sub Aqua Dive Club and gained some diving experience-albeit in a dry suit and British waters! After my studies, I went to Australia for work and travel when a friend told me about Project Laut. It was a great experience, with sea turtle monitoring, coral restoration, and professional dive training. I stayed on at the end to help out with BRUV drops, which are used to determine reef biodiversity and quantify the effect of reef recovery. This made me feel really independent and confident in my diving, allowing me to take part in activities after completing my Conservation Divemaster internship.

Conchur Hughes (United Kingdom)

SSI Divemaster, MSc Marine Biology

I wanted to be part of something meaningful and help the planet, specifically the oceans. After reviewing many programs, Project Laut caught my attention due to its wellstructured organization, professional recruitment process, and incredibly experienced team. I especially appreciated the tech-inspired training and the thorough dive theory taught. After training here, going back to Mexico and doing the cenotes technical dive certification seemed like a walk in the park. My dream is to leave corporate life and find work with an NGO or an eco-minded company, and Project Laut has set me on the right path. Thank you, Project Laut!

Ophelie Paroux (France)

SSI Dive Instructor

I earned a Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology from Flinders University and was  looking for a program to advance my career prospects in marine conservation. I needed more hands-on experience and a Divemaster certification. I had the most wonderful time in Nusa Penida. It was my first time abroad by myself, but the team made me feel comfortable and taken care of. It really felt more like a family, and I’m glad the group numbers are kept small. The team genuinely cared about my personal growth, not only in diving and conservation but in general. I’m so glad I did my Conservation Divemaster with Project Laut. Thank you!

Abbeygale Hill (Australia)

SSI Divemaster, BSc Marine Biology

I was in an exciting transition period, eager to learn, grow, and experience hands-on conservation efforts with immediate and lasting impact. I wanted to build my experience to pursue further education and a career in marine and environmental conservation. I entered the Divemaster program as a non-diver, and it was the most exciting thing-I knew I liked the ocean, but I had never dove before in my life. I went from zero to hero! The work Project Laut does is very impressive, especially their community work and vision. The program is very well-structured with lots of dive training and ecology workshops you wouldn’t find in other Divemaster programs. Nusa Penida is beautiful, and I’m glad I got to spend three months there! I hope to come back soon.

Dylan Ellis (USA)

SSI Divemaster, BSc Economics

Frequently Asked Questions

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At Project Laut, we offer professional dive training that culminates in divemaster certification. Our program goes beyond standard dive instruction by incorporating in-depth conservation training. You’ll participate in hands-on, impactful conservation projects and workshops, gaining the skills and knowledge needed to excel both as a diver and a marine conservationist.
You’ll train in the beautiful and vibrant coral reef environments of Nusa Penida. The waters here offer excellent visibility and thrilling drift diving experiences. Temperatures range from a refreshing 22°C to a warm 29°C, providing diverse conditions that enhance your skills. Expect to explore stunning coral reefs teeming with marine life, making every dive an unforgettable adventure.
Project Laut offers a variety of advanced training opportunities to enhance your diving skills. Alongside our instructor courses, we provide extended range tech courses, including sidemount diving, decompression diving, independent diver, and advanced nitrox. Additionally, we offer specialties in deep diving, nitrox, and wreck diving. These courses are designed to broaden your expertise and prepare you for the next step in your diving/conservation career.
The Conservation Divemaster Internship at Project Laut is designed to boost your career prospects through top-notch dive training that prepares you for the instructor course. Our intensive conservation training equips you with highly employable skills, such as photo identification, database management, 3D modeling, and reef monitoring. These experiences not only enhance your diving qualifications but also position you for gainful employment in the marine conservation field.
Upon completing the Divemaster certification, a world of career opportunities opens up. You can continue on to the instructor course, find rewarding positions as a divemaster, or secure field roles with NGOs focused on conservation. Additionally, your experience at Project Laut can be a springboard for pursuing higher studies in marine science and conservation, setting you up for a successful and impactful career.
After completing the Divemaster program, a variety of exciting certification opportunities await you. You can enroll in the instructor course, pursue extended range technical diving courses, or become a specialty instructor in ecological areas or advanced diving specialties such as Deep Diving and Science of Diving. These additional certifications will further enhance your skills and open up even more career possibilities in the diving and marine conservation fields.
Project Laut’s internship provides invaluable experience for your academic career. You’ll gain hands-on skills in coral restoration, turtle ID, 3D modeling, health assessments, and database management using advanced tools like I3S pattern-recognition software. The data collected during your time here can be used for academic purposes, and interns are encouraged to base their theses on our projects or develop their own small research initiatives. This unique experience equips you with practical expertise and a strong foundation for academic success.
Yes, the internship at Project Laut can be used for academic credit or a capstone project. Several of our past interns have successfully received funding and academic credits through the ERASMUS program. We strongly encourage interns to utilize the data collected here for their capstone projects, providing a rich, hands-on foundation for their academic endeavors.
Yes, you can complete your SSI Instructor Training Course with Project Laut in Bali. We offer several packages, from basic instructor training courses to extended eco-instructor internships. These internships allow candidates to shadow Project Laut’s instructors after their ITC, gaining hands-on experience. Additionally, you’ll receive Specialty Instructor ratings in five ecology specialties: Shark Ecology, Manta Ecology, Sea Turtle Ecology, Coral Ecology, and Marine Ecology. Join us to advance your career while making a meaningful impact on marine conservation.

Our conservation divemaster internship has been rated 4.97/5 on GoOverseas from our 80+ Graduates

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