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For people who like to scuba dive, the next step may be
to pursue a career in scuba diving. One of the ways to accomplish such a career
is to become a divemaster. In general, a divemaster is a person who teaches
other people how to scuba dive, conducts dives, and takes certified divers on
dive vacations. To become a divemaster, there are several steps that must be
taken and regulations that must be followed. On of the best ways to become a
divemaster is to enroll in a scuba diving training association, such as the
Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI), National Association of
Underwater Instructors (NAUI), or Professional Diving Instructors Corporation
(PDIC). Although a person wanting to become a divemaster can receive
certification from one of the associations, he or she can also become certified
as a divemaster from several of the associations. By becoming certified through
several associations, it opens the door to find a job at an increased number of
dive shops. Many of the associations can be found in dive shops across the globe
from the United States to Australia to Thailand. Most diving associations have
prerequisites for those wanting to become a divemaster. Some associations
require that a potential divemaster be 18 years old. In addition, there are
certain certifications that are required as prerequisites, such as open water
diving, rescue diving, and emergency care. Some associations require their
divemaster candidates to pass a written exam. Most importantly, they must log a
minimum number of open water dives in a variety of environments and depths
before they can even begin the course. Once a person is enrolled in a divemaster
program, she can take classes that will allow her to reach her goal of
certification. She will learn leadership, as well as how to successfully
complete skills in the water, stamina skills, and training exercises. To become
a divemaster, someone must show that she can organize groups of people, problem
solve, and help others become better in their scuba techniques. Once a person is
certified as a divemaster, she can conduct training activities, plan dives,
direct dives, and assist dive instructors in training sessions. In addition, she
can teach classes in basic scuba diving, snorkeling, and skin diving. This
status also means she is qualified to take the next level of classes, such as
those designed to let people become instructors, trainers, or
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