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Yes, you can! Before arriving in Koh Phi Phi, you’ll complete the “IDC LIVE” online section, which covers all classroom curriculum workshops. This online module takes place over 7 consecutive days, with 3-hour sessions per day (plus an optional 8th day for EFR Instructor academics). The sessions are flexible and can accommodate different time zones.
After completing the online section, you’ll join the in-water portion of your IDC in Phi Phi, where you’ll train for 11 days with one of Scuba Dive Online’s PADI Course Directors, followed by a 2-day Instructor Exam (IE).
The “IDC LIVE” online can be completed on the 1st or 15th of each month. We recommend finishing it the month prior to your in-water IDC so the material stays fresh.

The total price for the IDC LIVE online and the in-water IDC course is 72,800 THB, which includes the IDC Crewpak. The price covers:

• IDC LIVE Online (7 days, 3 hours per day)
• All IDC curriculum workshops and presentations
• Optional 8th day for EFR Instructor academics introduction
• Unlimited access to live and recorded Dive Theory presentations
• Exclusive access to Scuba Dive Online’s unique study materials (yours to keep)
• Daily digital practice exams for both dive theory and standards
• Live exam progress monitoring and remedial practice if needed
• The 10-day in-water IDC at PKT Diving, Phi Phi
• The Emergency O2 Provider Specialty Instructor rating
• Extra in-class dry workshops, practice exams, and Knowledge Development presentations

PADI Fees for 2024 are not included and are payable directly to PADI in Australian dollars during your IDC:

• IE Fee – 1,190 AUD
• Instructor Application – 350 AUD
• EFRI Application Fee – 242 AUD
• Specialty Instructor Fees – 139 AUD each

Accommodation to suit all budgets is available nearby, and PKT Diving can help you find the perfect place within your price range, whether for short or long-term stays.

In 2025, PKT Diving on Koh Phi Phi will offer four in-water IDC sessions, each followed by a two-day Instructor Exam (IE). We recommend completing your IDC LIVE online section the month before your in-water course starts to keep the material fresh and focused.
Here are the confirmed dates:

• IDC: February 2 – 12 | IE: February 13 – 14
• IDC: April 7 – 16 | IE: April 17 – 18
• IDC: October 6 – 15 | IE: October 16 – 17
• IDC: December 1 – 10 | IE: December 11 – 12

To enroll in the PADI Instructor Course in Phi Phi, you must:

• Be at least 18 years old. 
• Be a certified Divemaster (or an equivalent certification from another agency).
• Have been a certified diver for at least six months. 
• Have at least 90 logged dives (with experience in night, deep, and navigation diving) before the course starts, and 100 logged dives before the Instructor Exam.
•  (IE) Be medically fit for diving, with a physician-signed medical statement issued within the last 12 months. 
• Have completed CPR and First Aid training within the last 24 months (The PADI Emergency First Response (EFR) course fulfills this requirement)

If you are missing any prerequisites, our team can advise you on how to meet them before your arrival.

Yes, most likely. As of 2025, Thailand offers a 60-day visa exemption for many nationalities—more than enough to complete the IDC and IE. However, visa rules can change. Always check the latest entry conditions for your passport before you travel. If needed, you can also apply for a tourist visa or extend your stay at a local immigration office.

Koh Phi Phi offers vibrant coral reefs, dramatic limestone cliffs, and rich marine life. Dive sites like Bida Nok and Bida Nai are famous for their coral gardens, leopard sharks, and colorful fish. The King Cruiser Wreck is another popular site, home to soft corals and various invertebrates. Between the reefs, you’ll encounter hawksbill turtles, black-tip reef sharks, and schools of tropical fish. For macro enthusiasts, look out for seahorses and ghost pipefish hidden in the corals. With crystal-clear waters and a range of dive sites, Koh Phi Phi offers an unforgettable underwater experience.