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Ocean Encounters would like to invite you to attend the PADI Instructor Development Course on the
5-15th of May 2009 in Curaçao.
Ocean Encounters IDC offers everything you'd expect from a 5 Star IDC Center.
Why Ocean Encounters?
For starters, Ocean Encounters is a family run operation. The owner/General Manager is also the Course
Director. Christian Ambrosi not only knows how to train instructors, he also knows how to run an award
winning, successful dive operation.
If you want to learn to be an employable EFR Instructor, O2 Oxygen Provider, MSDT Instructor and
understand what it is like to work in a successful dive operation, Ocean Encounters is the right choice
for you
The Dive industry is competitive. Ocean Encounters receives about 10 Job Applications and resumes a day!
We only consider newly certified instructors with minimal experience in large professional dive
operations. This is common practice among the most professional dive operators in the world.
Why? New instructors have standards and quality fresh on their minds. Large operations give new
instructors great exposure to real-life working conditions.
Still not convinced?
Curaçao is a great place to learn, but maybe it's not the place you want to work? We have a job
placement program with operations from around the world including Mexico, Costa Rica, Brazil, the ABC
Islands, Jamaica, Cayman, Bahamas, Australia, Indonesia, Hawaii, Honduras, to name a few.
And what if you want a job with us? What better way to ascertain yourself than 10 days with a Course
Director in an IDC! What better way to prepare yourself for that job than continuing with an MSDT
Internship.
Our IDCs don't end with an IE. We take it to the next level with MSDT Internships. The MSDT Internship
is a Three Level program. The first level of the program is the MSDT Prep Course. This is a 2-day
program where you'll earn Instructor Ratings in Nitrox, Deep, Night, Wreck, and Fish ID. The second
level consists of assisting and teaching all levels of PADI courses under the guidance of a mentor. You
will get the experience and certifications that you need to start your career as an MSDT from day one!
The third level of the program is boat skills and experience training. You will have the opportunity to
train on our boats and prepare yourself to life on the water leading certified divers.
Best of all: Levels 2 and 3 won't cost you anything!
On top of quality instruction, quality experience, and some quality fun we offer competitive pricing to
make your dream job an affordable prospect.
Considering the economic climate of the world right now, what better way to stay sane than by living in
the tropics and teaching diving!
And how about free diving before during and after the IDC from one of our boats?
Ocean Encounters is the premier PADI 5 Star IDC dive Center in Curaçao. We are a family owned and
operated company with seven dive boats and five locations throughout Curaçao. You are ensured a quality
IDC with Staff experienced in Dive Center Operations..
For more information read the FAQ's below or contact Christian at
explorer@oceanencounters.com
If you are not a Divemaster but are interested in becoming one we have career plans available.
FAQ’s
Q: What are the prerequisites for participating in an IDC?
A: To be eligible for an IDC you must be a certified PADI Divemaster and EFR Instructor or hold a
leadership level certification from another diver training organization. Be 18 years of age at the
start of the program. Be approved for diving by a physician. Be a certified diver for at least six
months. You must have at least 60 logged dives with experience in Deep, Navigation, and Night diving.
Course Director Profile: Christian Ambrosi 181051
Christian has been actively diving since 1991 when he was certified through advanced while living in
Jakarta Indonesia. In 1996 he became an Assistant Instructor while in college. Shortly after graduating
he moved to Curaçao and in 2002 he became an Instructor. Christian has over 5000 dives all over the
world, including technical and his favorite, cave diving. Christian’s experience also extends to the
management of an award winning, multi-facility dive operation. Beyond teaching and managing Christian
is also well versed in compressor/fill system installation and design and he loves to sail.
Q: What are Instructor Exams?
A: In order to avoid bias grading and evaluation PADI sends down independent testers to evaluate the
Instructors prior to certification. These Exams are right after the IDC and are usually grouped with
the term "IDC" when it is being discussed.
Q: How long will the IDC/IE take?
A: The IDC takes about 8 days. The Instructor Exams are two half days and the after party is 1. Ocean
Encounters also offers a theory prep evening with pizza and drinks the night before the IDC. In total
you should schedule 12-13 days.
Q: Where can I stay and how much does that cost?
A: Your best option us using our "Sleep and Dive" Packages found on our website by calling 1-877- SCUBA
– EZ, or emailing uscan@oceanencounters.com. The IDC will take place at Lions Dive Hotel so your best
option is staying at Lions Dive or at Breezes.
Q: How much will the IDC cost me?
A: You can determine the cost of the IDC by using the Cost Calculator. At the moment you will have to
e-mail Explorer@oceanencounters.com and request it. Soon this will be available for download at
www.oceanencounters.com
Q: How do I secure a spot in the IDC?
A: You can secure a spot in our next IDC by making payment with our US/Canada sales rep at
uscan@oceanencounters.com or
1-877-SCUBA-EZ (728-2239).
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