# SSI Divemaster Course Tenerife – Barbarian Diving Source: https://barbariandiving.com/ssi-divemaster-course-tenerife/ PROFESSIONAL · Go pro # SSI Divemaster Your first professional rating, mentored one-to-one by our German-led team. Take the step from passionate diver to dive professional. Divemaster is mentored one-to-one by our team, with real water time on Tenerife's best sites and support that continues long after you qualify. PRICE€1,100 all-inclusive (+ insurance & SSI registration fee) DURATIONFlexible MIN AGE18+ PREREQUISITEAdvanced, Stress and Rescue, logged dives What you'll learn ◆Dive theory and physics at professional level ◆Leading and guiding certified divers ◆Dive-site management and risk assessment ◆Assisting instructors with courses Included ✓One-to-one mentoring ✓Real dive time on local sites ✓SSI Divemaster certification ✓Ongoing support after you qualify [Book this course](https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/barbariandiving/?full-items=yes) [Ask a question](https://wa.me/34623365474) What to expect ![Three scuba divers descending into deep blue water during the SSI Deep adventure dive at Barbarian Diving Tenerife](https://barbariandiving.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/SSIdeepadventure-e1779644953989.webp) The first step into a diving career Are you looking to take the first step toward working in diving as a career? Your journey into the professional levels of recreational diving begins with the Divemaster program. Working closely with your instructor, you will expand your diving knowledge and refine your skills to professional level. Divemaster training develops your leadership ability and qualifies you to supervise diving activities and assist instructors with their students. The Divemaster certification is the prerequisite for SSI Open Water Instructor training, the door that opens every other professional pathway in diving. ![Scuba diver using a compass and hand signals for underwater navigation during the SSI Navigation adventure dive at Barbarian Diving Tenerife](https://barbariandiving.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/SSIavigationadventure-e1779647689930.webp) Classroom knowledge and independent study Throughout the Divemaster program you will learn dive leadership skills both in the classroom and through independent study. You will deepen your understanding of dive physics, physiology, decompression theory and the aquatic environment, building the academic foundation every dive professional needs. This knowledge is what allows a Divemaster to make sound decisions under pressure and explain diving concepts clearly to the divers they guide. ![Skate gliding over the sandy seabed illuminated by a dive torch during the SSI Night Dive adventure at Barbarian Diving Tenerife](https://barbariandiving.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/SSInightdiveadventure-e1779647754996.webp) Four specialties built into your training As part of your Divemaster program you will also complete four specialty courses: Deep Diving, Navigation, Night & Limited Visibility, and Science of Diving. These are not optional extras, they are the practical skill set every working Divemaster relies on, from leading dives at depth to guiding groups safely after dark. ![Scuba diver in perfect horizontal trim during the SSI Perfect Buoyancy adventure dive at Barbarian Diving Tenerife](https://barbariandiving.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/ssiadvanced-e1779644608570.webp) Water skills and practical training You will carry out water skills and stamina exercises, alongside training drills that strengthen your organisational ability and problem-solving under real diving conditions. These exercises also build your capacity to help other divers improve their own technique, a core part of what it means to lead, rather than simply dive alongside others. ![Two scuba divers silhouetted above the Twins wreck surrounded by a shoal of fish during the SSI Wreck adventure dive at Barbarian Diving Tenerife](https://barbariandiving.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/twinswrecktenerife-scaled-e1779648030254.webp) Putting it all into practice You will put this knowledge into action through a structured period of hands-on experience and a series of practical training exercises, working alongside real students and certified divers. By the end, you will have the logged dives, the skills and the confidence to guide divers safely and assist instructors as a certified SSI Dive Guide on your path to full Divemaster status. Frequently asked questions What is a Divemaster and what do they do? The first professional level in scuba diving. Once certified, you can guide certified divers, assist instructors with student training, and supervise diving activities. How long does the Divemaster course take? Typically 1 to 2 months, depending on your starting experience and pace, including academic sessions, pool sessions and open-water training. How many dives do I need? A minimum of 40 logged dives to start and 60 to certify. Most candidates log more along the way. What specialties are included? Four are built directly into the program: Deep Diving, Navigation, Night & Limited Visibility, and Science of Diving, no need to arrange them separately. What are the prerequisites? At least 18 years old, a Diver Stress & Rescue certification, 40 logged dives, a recent medical statement, and CPR/First Aid & Oxygen training within the last 2 years. How much does it cost? €1,100 all-inclusive, covering the full program plus the four specialties. Diving insurance and the SSI registration fee are separate. What can I do after becoming a Divemaster? Guide certified divers and assist instructors, opening real income opportunities, with Instructor Training as the natural next step. Is the course physically demanding? Yes, to a degree, with water skills, stamina exercises and rescue scenarios, but achievable for any reasonably fit diver with our instructors building you up gradually. [← See all courses](https://barbariandiving.com/courses/) Keep exploring 🎓 Continue your training [→SSI Rescue Diver Course Tenerife. Learn to Save Lives. 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