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New PADI Student Management Portal

Introducing the new Student Management Portal, user-friendly and designed to save time for PADI Members so you can get back to diving.
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Fuel Your 2025 Growth With the PADI Certification Stimulus Challenges

Take advantage of the Refer-a-Friend and Master Scuba Diver Challenges to boost your business and increase customer engagement.

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Australia is one of the best places in the world to be a PADI instructor. Read Sidney and Jessica's experience doing the IDC and working here
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Take Your Teaching to the Next Level With the PADI EMEA Advanced Training Academy

The PADI EMEA Advanced Training Academy is an interactive, workshop-based program conducted by PADI EMEA Course Directors.
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Get to Know the PAM Sales and Field Services Team

Get to know your local PAM Sales and Field Services Team and how they support PADI Members - along with fun facts and their tips for divers.
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The Top 5 Mistakes New Scuba Instructors Make

Experienced PADI Instructors from around the world share their top tips for new scuba instructors - plus what mistakes to avoid.
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Julie Ferrara: PADI Mermaid Training Will Bring Magic to Your Business and Instruction

A look at Julie Ferrara's career journey to PADI Mermaid Instructor Trainer and why you should add mermaid course offerings to your line-up.

PADI Elite Instructor Interview: Marlies Lang, PADI Course Director

PADI Course Director Marlies Lang is recognized as a PADI Elite Instructor 2018 – an award that honors PADI’s top performing instructors around the world.

PADI Elite Instructor Interview: Pakinai Watayakorn, PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer

PADI MSDT Pakinai Watayakorn is recognized as a PADI Elite Instructor 2018 – an award that honors PADI’s top performing instructors around the world.
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