Independent course guide · References checked 30 September 2026. Confirm current standards and your eligibility with an authorised instructor.
Where this course fits
An eligible leadership route and all experience, medical, first-aid and administrative requirements must be met. Confirm current ITC requirements.
Ask how training and evaluation are structured, what additional practice costs and which fees are included.
NAUI Instructor: learning scope
Entry & preparation
An eligible leadership route and all experience, medical, first-aid and administrative requirements must be met. Confirm current ITC requirements.
What you study
Develop and demonstrate the ability to teach within NAUI’s instructor standards.
- Instructional methods
- Knowledge and water-skill evaluation
- Standards and professional practice
Qualification boundary
Course participation does not guarantee instructor certification or authorisation for every programme.
A visual summary of this independent course guide. Confirm current prerequisites and standards with the agency and instructor.
What the training focuses on
| Learning area | Discuss before booking |
|---|---|
| Instructional methods | How will this be taught and assessed? |
| Knowledge and water-skill evaluation | What preparation and equipment should I bring? |
| Standards and professional practice | What happens if I need more practice? |
Understand the qualification’s scope
Course participation does not guarantee instructor certification or authorisation for every programme.
Frequently asked questions
Does completing an ITC automatically make me an instructor?
All required evaluations and certification conditions must be satisfied.
Can I teach technical courses immediately?
No. Technical instructor qualifications and other specialised authorisations are separate.
Should I compare only course prices?
Compare teaching support, assessment, included fees, remediation and practical preparation as well.
What should an Australian course quote include?
Ask for an itemised total covering learning materials, practical sessions, certification, equipment, boat or site fees and any extra training. Availability, duration and prices are centre-specific.
Where do I confirm the latest prerequisites?
Use the official NAUI information linked below and ask the authorised instructor to check your certification, age, experience, medical and first-aid records. A similar course name from another agency is not automatic equivalence.
Official course information
NAUI: Instructor ↗Agency standards determine certification requirements. This guide does not reproduce the full standard or imply agency endorsement.