What it Requires to become a PADI Divemaster
As a role Professional, role model and Dive leader, a PADI Divemaster is expected to lead by example both in their attitude, skill and knowledge. We at nolimit divers take this very seriously, professionalism is one of the most important abilities and a must.
As a PADI pro, a few of the character and personality traits you will required to demonstrate on a daily basis are:
- A great attitude towards everyone
- Strong communication skills
- Excellent Customer Service skills
- Able to work as part of a team
- Role model behaviour and diving skills (in and out of the water)
If you have answered yes to all of the above and have an interest and passion to achieve you goals, also changing your lifestyle in a career that amazing, we at nolimits would love to hear from you.
Our PADI Divemaster Internship Package
Our Divemaster Internship program is quite unique giving you the opportunity to earn your first Professional level diving certification. You will be working alongside some of our most experienced dive professional level developing your skill and professionalism.
Our pro development team has been finely tuned, with over 25 years of experience
Many of our professional level candidates have successfully gone on to senior roles within the scuba diving industry.
What's included in our Divemaster Internship
- PADI Open Water Diver Course
- PADI Advanced Open Water Diver Course
- EFR Primary & Secondary Care Course
- PADI Rescue Diver Course
- PADI Divemaster Course
- PADI Materials Included in our Divemaster Internship
- PADI e-learning for Open Water, Advanced, EFR & Rescue courses
- PADI Divemaster Digital Crewpak with Slate Pak
- PADI Divemaster Digital Crewpak
- Divemaster e-Learning and manual
- Digital Copy of Encyclopedia of Recreational Diving
- Digital Divemaster Slates
- Digital DSD Cue Card
- Digital e-RDPml (Recreational Dive Planner)
- ReActivate e-Learning
- PADI Log Book
- Divemaster Slate Pack
- Divemaster Aquatic cue cards
FUN DIVE OUTLINE
- Duration: 10 days to 2 months
- Minimum Age: 15 (junior Divemaster)
- Minimum Dive Depth: Depth 30m (depending on age restriction)
- Prerequisites: Able to Swim, Dive Medical
Schedule
Prep – Complete digital learning and paperwork for all courses. A Scuduled plan for the duration of the course depending on students time frame.
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Divemaster Standard Packages
Junior Divemaster
45,000 Baht
Dive Master Course
39,000 Baht
Divemaster Zero to Hero Program
95,500 Baht
Divemaster Course + 5 speciality’s and MSD (Master Scuba Diver)
77,500 Baht
What Is the PADI Divemaster Course?
- Learn to lead and supervise certified divers
- Assist PADI Instructors during training
- Handle real-world emergency scenarios
- Build a career as a PADI professional
Your Scuba Dive Journey
Why Become a PADI Divemaster?
Step into the professional dive world with the PADI Divemaster Course in Pattaya—become a trusted leader, gain confidence, and earn your Divemaster certification in Thailand, opening doors to global adventure, purpose, and personal growth.
Lead, Support, and Inspire Divers
As a Divemaster, you’ll assist instructors, guide fun dives, and become a role model for students — building leadership, teaching presence, and underwater confidence.
Work, Travel, and Dive Worldwide
Your Divemaster certification lets you work in dive shops, on boats, or in resorts around the globe — and get paid to do what you love, wherever you go.
Begin Your Career as a Dive Pro
The Divemaster course is the first professional level in the PADI system. It sets the foundation for becoming an Instructor and working in the dive industry long-term.
Why Take Your PADI Divemaster Internship in Pattaya
The PADI Dive Master Internship in Pattaya is the ideal launchpad for a dive career—offering affordable living, expert mentorship, and hands-on training through real-world PADI professional courses in Pattaya.
Affordable Living and Training Costs
Pattaya offers low-cost food, housing, and diving, helping you train on a budget while focusing fully on skill-building, professionalism, and becoming a confident Divemaster.
Direct Access from Bangkok Airport
With just a 2-hour ride from Bangkok, Pattaya lets you avoid expensive island flights, save time, and start your training quickly with less travel stress and lower costs.
Real Dive Shop and Boat Experience
You’ll gain hands-on experience working with students, dive staff, and boats — building leadership, task planning, and professionalism in real-world diving environments.
Diverse Sites for Skill Progression
Wrecks, reefs, shallow bays, deep dives — Pattaya gives you exposure to every dive condition you’ll need to guide and assist safely anywhere in the world.
Year-Round Diving, No Interruptions
Pattaya’s mild tropical climate and calm sea conditions make it ideal for diving year-round — with no seasonal breaks that could delay your progress or scheduling.
International Friends and Mentorship
Train with global students and multilingual mentors. Pattaya’s dive community is vibrant, supportive, and perfect for building both dive buddies and job network contacts.
What You Will Learn During Your PADI Divemaster Course
Gain the leadership, safety, and supervision skills required to guide certified divers, support instructors, and earn your Dive Master Certification in Thailand through elite-level PADI professional courses in Pattaya.
Advanced Dive Theory and Physics
Gain advanced dive theory knowledge including pressure, buoyancy, gas laws, and equipment function to solve problems and support instructor-level academic teaching.
Supervise Certified Divers Safely
Learn how to plan, brief, lead, and control dive groups with safety-focused supervision — applying risk awareness and real-time decision-making underwater.
Assist in Training New Divers
Support instructors during confined and open water sessions by helping with equipment, demonstrations, and student safety management underwater.
Perform Underwater Mapping Tasks
Develop underwater navigation and mapping skills to survey dive sites, set reference markers, and guide divers through safe, planned routes.
Respond to Dive Emergencies Fast
Build confidence with rescue skills, emergency assessments, and action planning — preparing you to act calmly and effectively in real situations.
Master Dive Site Logistics Setup
Learn how to prepare dive trips, load boats, check gear, and coordinate surface logistics to support smooth and professional dive operations.
Maintain Diving Gear Professionally
Understand scuba equipment basics, diagnostics, and minor servicing so you can manage gear, assist with rentals, or work in dive shops.
Promote Eco-Conscious Dive Practices
Become an ocean advocate. Lead with Project AWARE principles and teach divers how to protect reefs, reduce waste, and dive with respect.
Grow Into a True Dive Professional
Gain leadership, communication, and problem-solving confidence so you can become a reliable asset to instructors, dive centers, and the industry.
What You Will Earn as a Certified Divemaster
Graduate with globally recognized credentials that prove your leadership, safety, and professionalism — and prepare you for real-world dive jobs around the world.
PADI Divemaster Certification
Become a certified professional in the PADI system, able to supervise divers, assist instructors, and lead with responsibility at dive operations globally.
Dive Leadership Recognition
Gain a leadership-level rating trusted by instructors, resorts, and employers. It’s your official entry point into the scuba diving industry worldwide.
Real-World Internship Experience
Log internship hours assisting real students, guiding dives, and managing logistics — giving you the confidence to work in live dive environments.
What You’ll Be Able to Do After Certification
As a certified PADI Divemaster, you’ll gain the skills and credentials to start working, guiding certified divers, assisting instructors, and advancing your professional scuba career—whether in Pattaya or at dive centers around the world.
Guide Certified Divers on Dives
Plan, brief, and lead certified divers with safety and confidence, handling group dynamics, environmental awareness, and underwater supervision effectively.
Assist Instructors in Courses
Support instructors with student training in confined and open water, helping manage gear, demos, safety checks, and student communication.
Conduct Refresher Scuba Sessions
Lead PADI ReActivate sessions for certified divers who need to refresh their skills before diving again, using supervision and demonstration techniques.
Supervise Dive Activities Pro-Level
Plan, organize, and oversee training and non-training dives — guiding certified divers and supporting instructors in a variety of underwater scenarios.
Accompany PADI Scuba Divers
Guide PADI Scuba Divers on their subsequent open water dives — helping build experience and confidence under your professional supervision.
Assist on Specialty Adventures
Accompany students on Adventure Dives and PADI Specialty programs — helping with logistics, safety, and direct support throughout each session.
Assist with Any Diver Training
Support instructors across all PADI Diver courses, including pool work and open water — helping with equipment, demos, safety, and logistics.
Teach Snorkeling and Skin Diving
Conduct the PADI Skin Diver course and Discover Snorkeling — helping entry-level ocean lovers explore the water with safe, guided instruction.
Become a DSD Leader Certified
As a Discover Scuba Diving Leader, you can independently run DSD programs from start to finish — including briefings, skills, and supervision.
Train with the Best, Become the Best
Training under a PADI Platinum Course Director in Pattaya means learning from one of the best in the diving industry. Their proven track record, deep experience, and personal mentorship shape divers into world-class professionals through every step of the PADI Divemaster Course in Pattaya.
Gary Phillips
Platinum Course Director
Divemaster Internship Package
Whether you’re a Rescue Diver ready to level up or a beginner starting from zero, our PADI Divemaster Internship in Pattaya offers flexible packages tailored to your goals, schedule, and long-term dive career ambitions.
Beginner
Zero -> Hero-
Open Water Course
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Advanced OW Course
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EFR Primary & Secondary Care
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Rescue Diver Course
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Divemaster Course
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Oxygen Provider Course
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Equipment Specialist
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PADI Educational Materials
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Divemaster Crew Pack
Open Water
OW -> Divemaster-
Advanced OW Course
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EFR Primary & Secondary Care
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Rescue Diver Course
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Divemaster Course
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Oxygen Provider Course
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Equipment Specialist
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PADI Educational Materials
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Divemaster Crew Pack
Advanced OW
AOW -> Divemaster-
EFR Primary & Secondary Care
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Rescue Diver Course
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Divemaster Course
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Oxygen Provider Course
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Equipment Specialist
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PADI Educational Materials
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Divemaster Crew Pack
Rescue Diver
Rescue -> Divemaster-
Padi Divemaster course
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Oxygen Provide Course
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Free Fun Diving
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Padi certification
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PADI Educational Materials
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Divemaster Crew Pack
Why Train with No Limit Dive Center
Top-rated training, expert instructors, and real ocean dives in Thailand
A Certified 5-Star IDC Center
We’re not just a dive shop — we are a PADI 5-Star Instructor Development Center officially licensed to run full pro-level certification programs in-house.
Pro Courses Are Our Speciality
Unlike general dive shops, we specialize in professional PADI development — helping divers evolve into confident, certified instructors step by step.
Dual Boats, Dual Dive Centers
Two fully equipped dive centers and VIP-class boats make us the only center in Pattaya offering this level of professional training convenience.
Trained by a Platinum Director
Our IDC is personally led by a multi-award-winning PADI Platinum Course Director, ensuring top-tier standards and personalized instructor mentorship.
Reviews Turn Guests to Family
Our highest-rated customer reviews prove we don’t just teach diving — we create bonds, friendships, and a lifelong scuba family of professionals.
We’re a Passion-Driven Team
We’re not just instructors with jobs. We’re ocean lovers with a mission. Every dive, lesson, and briefing reflects our authentic passion for diving.
Our Community Is Our Power
We believe diving is about belonging. Our team, alumni, and instructors are connected through shared values, support, and growth in this journey.
Honored by PADI Worldwide
We’ve received multiple global PADI awards — official proof of our commitment to excellence in teaching, safety, mentorship, and career building.
We Protect What We Love Most
We actively support ocean conservation. It may not sell packages, but for us the sea is sacred — and we teach our students to treat it the same.
What Divers Say About Us
Real stories from real divers—find out why our PADI Divemaster Internship in Pattaya makes No Limit Dive the top choice for scuba diving in Pattaya and Samae San, trusted for safe and unforgettable underwater adventures.
PADI Divemaster Course - FAQ
Everything you need to know about becoming a PADI Divemaster — from entry requirements and gear to visas, job potential, and what makes Pattaya the smart place to go pro.
What is the PADI Divemaster and why is it important for a dive career?
The PADI Divemaster is the first PADI PRO Course that transitions you from a recreational diver to a dive professional. Earning your Divemaster certification in Thailand allows you to lead certified divers, assist instructors, and work at dive operations worldwide. At No Limit Dive, a top-rated dive center in Pattaya and recognized PADI 5-Star Dive Center in Pattaya, our program is led by a PADI Platinum Course Director in Pattaya to ensure elite-level training. As part of our full range of PADI professional courses in Pattaya, this certification is the cornerstone for building a career in scuba diving at a trusted and established dive center in Pattaya.
What is included in the PADI Divemaster Internship in Pattaya?
Our PADI Divemaster Internship in Pattaya includes unlimited diving, real-world dive leadership training, workshops, and mentorship under a PADI Platinum Course Director. You’ll assist on actual courses, learn dive theory, and gain hands-on experience at a PADI 5-Star IDC Center in Thailand.
What is a PADI Platinum Course Director, and why does it matter?
A PADI Platinum Course Director is the highest-recognized mentor in professional diving. Even as a Divemaster candidate, training under one means elite leadership, proven systems, and global trust.
Why choose No Limit Dive Center for your Divemaster course?
We are a PADI 5-Star IDC Center, led by a Platinum Course Director. You’ll train with experienced mentors, use real equipment, gain dive shop exposure, and grow in a supportive team.
Why is Pattaya a great place for Divemaster training?
Pattaya is affordable, accessible, and has diverse dive conditions perfect for real-world instructor training. Unlike isolated islands, it’s close to Bangkok and supports year-round diving.
Why should I do my Divemaster course in Thailand?
Thailand is a global diving hub with affordable training, tropical dive sites, multicultural teams, and real job pathways. It’s where many dive careers successfully begin.
Why become a PADI Divemaster?
It’s your first professional step in diving. You’ll learn to guide dives, assist instructors, and gain real-world skills that open doors to working, traveling, and growing in the dive world.
What is a PADI Divemaster Internship?
An internship blends training with real-world experience. You’ll assist on actual dive trips, help students, manage gear, and gain practical leadership — not just classroom theory.
How long does it take to complete the Divemaster course?
If you’re already Rescue certified with 40+ dives, Most students complete the Divemaster training in Pattaya in 6 to 8 weeks, depending on your pace. Our internship program offers a structured routine of theory sessions, skill workshops, and practical dives—guided every step of the way by our expert instructors and Platinum Course Director.
Can I start working after completing the Divemaster course?
Yes! You’ll be certified to supervise dives, assist courses, and lead experiences like ReActivate and snorkeling. Many of our grads begin working immediately after training.
Do I need experience to join the Divemaster internship?
You can start with any level. If you’re already a Rescue Diver, great. If you’re a beginner, we’ll train you from Open Water through to Divemaster in one full package.
What is the daily schedule like during the course?
Typical days start around 8am with dives, assisting courses, theory, workshops, or gear work. Each week blends classroom with ocean time to develop real confidence.
Can I use rental dive equipment during the internship?
Yes, we offer full high-quality gear rentals. You’re also welcome to use your own if you have it. We ensure every diver is equipped to train safely and effectively.
Is accommodation included or arranged?
Accommodation can be bundled into your internship or arranged separately. We offer access to clean, long-stay housing close to the dive center for all budgets.
Do you help with Thai visa applications?
Absolutely. We guide you through tourist, education, or extension visa options depending on course length. Many interns use 60–90 day tourist or ED visas.
Can I add specialties like Nitrox or Deep Diving?
Yes! You can bundle Specialty courses into your Divemaster internship or add them after. These give you more skills and better job opportunities at dive shops.
Will I receive a PADI Divemaster certification card?
Yes. Upon completing all requirements and logging your internship hours, you’ll receive your official PADI Divemaster certification, valid worldwide with no expiration.
Do I need professional dive insurance?
We recommend it. While not mandatory for training, pro insurance is required if you start guiding dives or working independently after certification.
Is PADI Divemaster internship available in other languages?
Yes. Our multilingual staff can support training in English, French, German, Russian. Let us know your preferred language when applying.
What’s the difference between the PADI Divemaster Internship and the PADI Divemaster Course?
The PADI Divemaster Course is the official training program required to become a certified Divemaster. It includes knowledge development, skill refinement, and leadership exercises. The PADI Divemaster Internship, on the other hand, goes beyond the course—it adds immersive, hands-on experience by letting you assist on real dive trips, mentor students, and shadow instructors daily. At No Limit Dive Center in Pattaya, our Divemaster Internship in Thailand is designed for those who want more than just a certificate—it’s for those pursuing a real-world, career-building dive education in a PADI 5-Star environment.
Can international divers join the Divemaster Internship program?
Definitely. We welcome divers from all over the world. Our team and community are international, and Pattaya is well set up for long-term foreign guests.
What makes the PADI Divemaster Internship in Pattaya a top choice for aspiring professionals?
Our PADI Divemaster Internship offers the most immersive path to becoming a dive professional. You’ll follow a structured PADI Divemaster Course in Pattaya, gaining hands-on experience at a certified PADI 5-Star IDC Center. The program leads to an internationally recognized Divemaster certification in Thailand, guided by experienced mentors. As part of our comprehensive PADI professional courses in Pattaya, this internship is perfect for those seeking scuba internships in Thailand with real career outcomes.