French-Language Instructor Courses

Embark on an exhilarating 5-day, 4-night expedition with Manta Queen 1 to explore the wonders of the Similan and Surin National Marine Parks. Immerse yourself in the stunning marine biodiversity of the Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai,Richelieu Rock, and the historic Boon Sung Wreck. With accommodations for 20 guests, including Twin Bed Ensuite Cabins, Double Bed Ensuite Cabins, and Twin Bed Non-Ensuite Cabins, Manta Queen 1 provides a comfortable retreat after each thrilling dive. Enjoy amenities such as a cozy saloon and delicious onboard meals as you embark on an unforgettable diving adventure aboard Manta Queen 1

the SSI Instructor Training Course(ITC) at Khao lak Scuba Adventures (KSA) is a professional-level program designed to transition experienced divemasters into confident, capable Open Water Instructors.Because KSA is a high-volume, multi-lingual premier SSI Diamond Dive Center located right at the gateway to the world-famous Similan Islands, their training leans heavily into real-world application, professional-grade facility use, and career networkin

Start today - You need to be a Divemaster or equivalent to join SSI´s 3-Step Instructor Training Approach. The training process starts with joining the Assistant Instructor / Instructor Training Course combination accompanied with Digital Learning. After successful completion of the Instructor Training Course (ITC) you will enroll in an Instructor Evaluation (IE) to qualify as an SSI Open Water Instructor. This 10 day training program entitles you to teach various key SSI programs independently like Scuba Diver, Open Water Diver, Enriched Air Nitrox, Diver Stress & Rescue and Dive Guide. For those who want to take more time to learn and to gain valuable teaching experience between the training programs the 3 parts can also be taken as single steps - Assistant Instructor, Instructor Training Course (ITC) and Instructor Evaluation (IE) one after the other at own pace and with a flexible schedule.

The SSI Instructor Training Course (ITC) offered by Khao Lak Scuba Adventures (KSA) is a professional-level program designed to enable experienced Divemasters to become competent and confident Open Water Instructors. As a leading, multilingual, and busy SSI “Diamond” dive center located at the gateway to the famous Similan Islands, KSA focuses its training on hands-on practice in real-world conditions, the use of professional-grade facilities, and the development of a network of industry contacts.

Set sail on an unforgettable adventure with Manta Queen 2 as you explore the Similan and Surin National Marine Parks over 4 days and 3 nights. Dive into the crystal-clear waters of Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, with the option of Boonsung Wreck, encountering an array of marine life along the way. With comfortable accommodations for 20 guests in Non ensuite cabins, including Twin Bed cabins, Double Bed cabins, and 4-bed Shared cabins, Manta Queen 2 ensures a delightful and relaxing dive experience for all.

As a Nitrox diver, you can increase your bottom times and safety margins, plus shorten your surface intervals - so you can spend more time diving and less time waiting! In this program, you will learn new skills and increase your diving knowledge whilst learning how to safely plan and dive with enriched air mixtures of up to 40% oxygen. Upon completion, you will earn an SSI Enriched Air Nitrox 32% or 40% certification.

If you cannot decide which specialty programs are the best choice for you, join the SSI Advanced Open Water Diver program! You will try Deep Diving and Navigation plus a variety of 3 more specialty areas of choice before committing to full specialty training. It is a great way to experience what advanced diver training is all about and how valuable it can be to your diving adventures. During the Advanced Open Water Diver Program, you will experience 5 different specialties by completing one open water training dive per specialty after a comprehensive briefing with your SSI Instructor. By taking this program you will have total freedom to explore. You can complete the full Specialty trainings any time in the future and credit your Advanced Open Water Diver training towards them.

Taking your SSI Divemaster course with Khao Lak Scuba Adventures (KSA) is an awesome way to enter the professional diving industry. Because KSA is a massive, highly experienced SSI Diamond Training Center and a top-tier liveaboard operator in Thailand, your training doesn't just happen in a classroom or a local pool—it happens on real, world-class dive boats exploring the Similan and Surin Islands (including legendary sites like Richelieu Rock).

The Divemaster program is the first step on an exciting journey. Earn the respect of your dive buddies and become an ambassador for diving by taking the Divemaster program. All you need to get started are 40 verified/logged dives and certifications in Deep Diving, Navigation, Night & Limited Visibility or at least 5 logged/verified dives experience in each area plus Diver Stress & Rescue. You will be certified as a Dive Guide after successfully completing the Divemaster program. When your interest is to turn your passion into a profession by guiding certified divers, teaching Ecology programs, assisting instructors or even becoming an instructor yourself, your next step is the Divemaster Upgrade with a minimum of 60 logged/verified. Upgrade to Divemaster right away or any time after by self-studying the Science of Diving materials, passing the Digital Final Exam which makes you an SSI Professional.

The Assistant Instructor rating is the next step after becoming a Divemaster along the scuba instructor pathway. It allows you to collect valuable teaching experience, practice briefings, teach academics, and conduct in-water training. If you want to further your career as a dive professional, you can finish the Instructor Training Course, pass the Instructor Evaluation, and become an Open Water Diving Instructor.