What does the SSI ITC Instructor Training Course cost? This is the question that is often at the front of concerns about the ITC and dive instructor training courses. So, we would like to explain how it all works.

We have tried to make it as simple as possible for your budgeting purposes so we have included all extra fees such as the required materials and the instructor evaluation in the course price.

You also have the option to include as part of the training price. Some specialty instructor courses. These can be specialties you would like to teach and also ones that are required for Divemaster Instructor rating such as Deep, Night and Navigation Diving.

We do also have packages from the various diver levels to try and reduce the costs for divers wanting to purchase multiple courses, combining them into an internship package, which includes the courses and dives and even full sets of dive equipment. A breakdown of the ITC costs is below.

What’s Always Included

Every package gives you the full Instructor Training experience, plus the extras that set Ocean Tribe apart:

  • Informal 1-week preparation program
  • SSI Instructor Training Course
  • Able to teach
    • Try Scuba
    • Basic Diver
    • Referral Diver
    • Indoor Diver
    • Scuba Diver
    • Open Water Diver
    • Experienced Diver Test
    • Scuba Skills Update
    • Advanced Adventurer
    • Perfect Buoyancy
    • Diver Stress & Rescue
    • Enriched Air Nitrox
    • Science of Diving
    • Dive Guide
  • Instructor Evaluation (IE)
  • Digital Materials
  • Instructor Crew Pack
  • No hidden fees
  • Pro rates on scuba equipment purchases
  • Free Ocean Tribe T-shirt
  • Dive Club Membership
  • Introduction to Sidemount Diving
  • Resume Workshop & Professional CV Photo
  • Career Guidance and Global Job Placement
  • Equipment rental available for training-only tiers (bring your own dive computer & wetsuit)

Choose Your Path

We’ve created 12 unique tiers so you can choose exactly how you want to prepare for your diving career. Whether you just want the basics or the full professional package with equipment and accommodation included, there’s an option to match your goals.

Training Only

Bare Bones — $2,099

The most streamlined path to becoming an SSI Instructor. Covers the ITC, materials, crew pack, and evaluation. Everything you need to qualify without extras. Ideal for divers who already have their setup and want to keep costs low.

Properly Equipped — $2,599

Adds the Divemaster Instructor Seminar (DMIS), giving you the ability to certify students all the way from entry-level to Divemaster. A smart choice if you want to maximise your career options while keeping accommodation separate.

Fully Loaded — $2,499

Includes accommodation during your training, making it a convenient and stress-free choice. You’ll focus fully on the ITC while enjoying comfortable lodging close to the dive centre. Best for travelling candidates who want everything arranged.

The Whole Kit & Caboodle — $2,999

The complete training-only package, combining DMIS and accommodation. Perfect if you want the widest teaching ability and hassle-free living during the course. A strong choice for anyone who wants it all bundled together.

Training + Essential Gear

Starter Pack — $3,348

A great option for new instructors starting from scratch. Includes Bare Bones training plus the Essential Gear Pack, giving you a reliable and professional equipment set to launch your career with confidence.

Dive Pro Pack — $3,848

Pairs Properly Equipped training with the Essential Gear Pack. You’ll gain DMIS for broader teaching ability and walk away with a complete set of solid gear, ready to step straight into dive centre life.

Resort Pack — $3,748

Combines Fully Loaded training with the Essential Gear Pack. Accommodation is included, and you finish with your own reliable scuba setup, making it perfect for those planning to work abroad or in busy resort destinations.

Instructor’s Choice — $4,248

The most complete Essential-level bundle. Includes ITC, DMIS, accommodation, and the Essential Gear Pack — everything a new dive instructor could need to be both fully trained and fully equipped.

Training + Elite Gear

Pro Elite — $3,648

Pairs Bare Bones training with the Elite Gear Pack. Aimed at divers who want a strong start with high-performance gear from leading brands, ensuring you meet professional standards right from the beginning.

Leadership Elite — $4,148

The advanced option for those who want both DMIS and top-end kit. Combines Properly Equipped training with the Elite Gear Pack, preparing you to teach at higher levels while diving with premium equipment.

Ocean Elite — $4,048

Fully Loaded training plus the Elite Gear Pack. Includes accommodation and premium-quality gear, letting you focus entirely on developing your skills in comfort and with the best tools available.

Mission Ready — $4,548

The ultimate all-in-one instructor package. Training, DMIS, accommodation, and the Elite Gear Pack combine to deliver maximum qualification, comfort, and equipment quality, setting you up for a career anywhere in the world.

InclusionsBare Bones
$2,099		Properly Equipped
$2,599		Fully Loaded
$2,499		Whole Kit & Caboodle
$2,999		Starter Pack
$3,348		Dive Pro Pack
$3,848		Resort Pack
$3,748		Instructor’s Choice
$4,248		Pro Elite
$3,648		Leadership Elite
$4,148		Ocean Elite
$4,048		Mission Ready
$4,548
Informal 1-week Preparation Program✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔
ITC + Digital Materials + Crew-Pack + IE✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔
5 SSI Instructor Specialties FREE
✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔
Pro Rates on Scuba Equipment✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔
Free Ocean Tribe T-shirt✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔
Dive Club Membership✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔
Introduction to Sidemount Diving✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔
Resume Workshop & Pro CV Photo✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔
Career Guidance & Job Placement✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔
Equipment Rental Available (own computer & wetsuit needed)✔✔✔✔✖✖✖✖✖✖✖✖
Divemaster Instructor Seminar (DMIS)✖✔✖✔✖✔✖✔✖✔✖✔
Accommodation Included✖✖✔✔✖✖✔✔✖✖✔✔
Essential Gear Pack✖✖✖✖✔✔✔✔✖✖✖✖
Elite Gear Pack✖✖✖✖✖✖✖✖✔✔✔✔
Early Bird Safari (Book 4+ weeks early)✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔

Bolt-Ons

  • SSI Pro Application (for those crossing over from another training organisation/SSI pros not renewed for the current year- $120
  • Extra Specialty Instructor Seminars — $79 per rating
  • 5 Eco Specialties Instructor Package — $300
  • Divemaster Instructor Seminar — $499 Includes Deep, Navigation, React Right, Night, Classified Diving Specialty Instructor Seminars (2-day DMIS)
  • 3-day / 2-night African Safari — $299 (Free if booked 4+ weeks before the course)

Dive Pro Equipment Package Details

Essential Gear Pack — $1,249 and choose from

  • BC: Cressi Solid Plus / XDEEP Zeos / Mares Rock
  • Regulator: Cressi AC2 Compact + gauge / Mares Dual ADJ 15X
  • Computer: Mares Puck Lite
  • Compass: Ocean Tribe
  • Ocean Tribe 3mm wetsuit
  • Mask, fins, snorkel, reel, DSMB, knife

Elite Gear Pack — $1,549 and choose from

  • BC: Cressi Aquawing / XDEEP Zen / Mares XR-Rec Trim
  • Regulator: Cressi MC9 SC + digital console / Mares Dual ADJ 62X
  • Computer: Mares Sirius / Shearwater Tern TX / Shearwater Peregrine TX
  • Ocean Tribe 3mm wetsuit
  • Mask, fins, snorkel, reel, DSMB, knife

RELATED ARTICLESMORE FROM AUTHOR