PADI MSDT Program in Roatan

PADI MSDT Specialty Instructor

Expand your teaching skills with the PADI MSDT Specialty Instructor Course. Learn how to teach multiple Specialty Courses, gain in-depth knowledge, and guide divers safely through exciting new adventures while enhancing your career as a PADI instructor.

A PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer is two levels above a standard Open Water Scuba Instructor and will be qualify to teach at least 5 PADI Specialty Courses like:

PRICE

4 Specialty MSDT Program: $680 including Oxygen Provider, Deep, Wreck, and Night Instructor Specialties

5 Specialty MSDT Program: $750 including Oxygen Provider, Deep, Wreck, Nitrox, and Night Instructor Specialties

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Including 19% Honduras Tax, and credit card fees.

How long does a PADI MSDT Program take?

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3-4 Days

Your PADI MSDT Program in Roatan will take between 3 to 4 days.

Our PADI MSDT Program includes:

  • Knowledge Presentation with your Course Director

  • Dives – The total number of dives will vary depending on the PADI Specialty you include in your package.

Why to become a MSDT Instructor?

  • Boost your employability with more certifications

  • Increase your earning potential

  • Expand your knowledge and skills

  • Learn directly from experienced instructors on how to run courses

  • Earn specialty ratings immediately

  • Add variety and excitement to your work life

What will I learn in my PADI MSDT Program?

1.Teaching Multiple Specialty Courses

  • Learn how to teach a variety of PADI Specialty Courses, from Peak Performance Buoyancy to Night Diver

  • Understand the requirements and standards for each specialty

2. Advanced Instruction Techniques

  • Gain strategies for teaching divers of all skill levels

  • Learn how to adapt your teaching style for different students and environments

3. Course Planning & Management

  • Develop skills to plan and organize multiple courses efficiently

  • Learn how to handle logistics, paperwork, and dive shop operations related to specialty courses

4. Risk Management & Safety

  • Reinforce safety protocols and emergency procedures specific to specialty dives

  • Understand liability issues and how to minimize risks

5. Practical Experience

  • Conduct real dives as an instructor under supervision

  • Get hands-on experience running specialty courses with feedback from experienced Course Directors

6. Career Enhancement

  • Gain the ability to issue specialty certifications immediately after training

  • Increase your employability and earning potential as a more versatile PADI Instructor

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Why Roatan Divers?

Being a Master Scuba Diving Instructor means taking on a professional role that goes beyond just teaching recreational divers; you become a mentor, evaluator, and leader in PADI instructor training.

At Roatan Divers, you will have:

  • Small groups: a maximum of 6 divemaster candidates at a time, which means that we can focus on the quality of your training.

  • Boutique Training Experience: Small groups mean more one-on-one attention from your Course Director and staff.

  • Top-Notch Facilities: Fast custom-built dive boats, on-site classroom, private dock, and a fully equipped gear room.

  • New dive gear: all of our rental BCDs, regulators, wetsuits, and masks are from Mares, one of the largest scuba equipment manufacturers in the world

  • Hands-On Conservation Work: Participate in real-world eco programs like RMP Coral Restoration, Coral Spawning Monitoring, and RMP Lionfish Hunter Workshops

  • The most complete dive shop in Roatan: Here, you’ll have the opportunity to assist with a wide variety of PADI Specialty Courses, get exposure to Technical Diving, and take part in conservation initiatives and eco-focused courses. It’s the perfect opportunity to expand your knowledge and gain valuable experience as a Divemaster.

  • Cultural and Language Fit: Choose a location where you feel comfortable with the culture and language, as this will enhance your overall experience.

  • Free Diving for Life: Once you're part of the Roatan Divers family, you’re always welcome to dive with us

  • In-house PADI Course Director: Learn with a dive center that offers all professional levels of training. A Course Director, qualified to teach PADI Instructor Development Courses (IDCs), ensures you receive top-quality education. Completing your Divemaster Course at a facility that also offers IDC guarantees you’ll be well-prepared for your next step in your professional diving career.

During your PADI MSDT Program in Roatan, you will see first-hand what it takes behind the scenes to run a successful, full-service boutique dive operation. You can then take this knowledge with you anywhere in the world.

Meet your Course Director Fernanda Paiva

Fernanda Paiva brings a rare and powerful combination to the dive industry: deep business expertise and elite dive education leadership. With a degree in Business from the University of Juiz de Fora and an MBA in International Business, she spent a decade leading logistics and operations for a global corporation in São Paulo, Brazil, becoming the youngest professional ever promoted to a leadership position.

In 2011, driven by a desire for greater purpose, Fernanda made the bold decision to change careers. After completing her Open Water Course, she left the corporate world behind and moved to Maceió, Brazil, to pursue professional dive training. By the end of 2012, she was a certified PADI Instructor, and already planning something bigger.

That same year, Fernanda founded Let’s Dive, a dive center that would soon redefine professional diving education in South America. In just seven years, she transformed Let’s Dive into the only PADI Career Development Center (CDC) in South America, setting new standards for quality, professionalism, and success in dive training.

Following her passion for professional training, Fernanda became a PADI IDC Staff Instructor in 2014, and in 2019, she broke new ground again, becoming the only female PADI Course Director in South America at the time. Her PADI IDC quickly gained a reputation for blending high-level business insight with world-class dive education, producing confident, career-ready instructors.

In 2022, Fernanda embraced a new chapter, moving to Roatan to take on the role of General Manager at Roatan Divers, one of the most respected dive operations in the Caribbean. Today, she continues to mentor aspiring dive professionals, blending strategic thinking, operational expertise, and a passion for personal growth to shape successful dive careers.

Fernanda has a Global & Local Experience and has a modern approach with emphasis on neutral buoyancy training and real-world teaching scenarios.

Whether you're looking to become a PADI Instructor, grow as a dive educator, or build a sustainable career in the dive industry, Fernanda Paiva is the leader you want on your side.

How much does the PADI IDC Staff Course cost?

5 Specialty MSDT Program $750

No Hidden Fees! This price includes your PADI eLearning Material, Honduras Taxes (19%), Credit Card Fees and:

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Special swag kit and 10% discount at Mares Store

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Free Diving
with us for life

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20% Discount
on all PADI Specialties

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4 extra workshops to refine your skills

Here's what you can expect from your IDC Staff Course

Frequently Asked Questions
about the PADI MSDT Program in Roatan

  • YES! Especially because we need to send you your eLearning material, so you can study in advance.

    We accept Divemaster Candidates year-round, with the exception of December. However, we maintain small groups to ensure personal attention for every Candidate.

  • As an MSDT Instructor, you will:

    • Boost your employability with more certifications

    • Increase your earning potential

    • Expand your knowledge and skills

    • Learn directly from experienced instructors on how to run courses

    • Earn specialty ratings immediately

    • Add variety and excitement to your work life

  • Yes, of course! You’ll be more than welcome here at Roatan Divers.

    Taking the MSDT Course with a different Course Director gives you the chance to see new teaching approaches and broaden your skills as an instructor.

    • PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor (OWSI)

    • Medical clearance

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Completing your MSDT Program is only the first step on the Professional Ladder. Now it’s time to take it one step further.