Advanced Nitrox Instructor
Duration: 4 Days
Dives: 4 Ocean
Age: 18+
Course Highlights
- Teach divers to use nitrox mixes from 21% to 100% for non-decompression dives.
- Instruct students in advanced gas management and equipment setup.
- Focus on extended bottom times while maintaining safe diving practices.
Prerequisites
- Minimum age 21
- Certified as a TDI Instructor (or equivalent instructor rating)
- Minimum of 100 logged dives
- At least 25 dives using enriched air nitrox
- At least 15 dives involving staged decompression
- Assisted in at least one full TDI Advanced Nitrox course with an active TDI Advanced Nitrox Instructor
- Letter of recommendation from the instructor(s) assisted
- Current CPR and First Aid certification
- Proof of active teaching status with a recognized scuba training agency
- Any additional prerequisites as required by your regional TDI office or instructor trainer
What You Learn
- How to train divers to safely use advanced nitrox mixes up to 100%.
- Instruct in proper gas analysis, cylinder handling, and decompression procedures.
- Develop students’ skills in dive planning, gas consumption rates, and emergency protocols.
HOW TO BEGIN?

Self-Study
Choose your preferred self-study option: receive a comprehensive course manual or detailed instructions via email to begin your learning journey. Study at your own pace before arrival to ensure you’re well-prepared. Once on-site, you’ll join classroom sessions with your instructor to review the material, clarify concepts, and solidify your knowledge, setting the stage for successful hands-on training.
Self-Study time commitment: 10-14 hours

With Your Instructor
Engage in practical, hands-on training with your instructor. You’ll develop and refine essential skills, covering everything from equipment setup to advanced diving techniques. Your instructor will guide you through real-world scenarios, ensuring you’re fully prepared to dive independently. This immersive training builds your confidence and competence, equipping you to safely and efficiently explore the underwater world.
Diving time commitment: 4 Days
COURSE DETAILS
Includes: TDI Instructor course manual
Excludes: Nitrox fills, technical diving equipment rental