Cozumel is one of the world’s best places to become a dive professional. Choose where you’re starting from and we’ll show you exactly what it takes to reach your Divemaster or Instructor rating.

You’ve got your AOW cert and you’re ready to take things further. The full journey, more achievable than it sounds.
Rescue&EFR→Divemaster→IDC→IE
⏱ 7 weeks
You’re rescue-certified and EFR trained. You’re closer than you think. Most candidates are just the DM program away.
Divemaster→IDC→IE
⏱ 6 weeks
You’ve earned your DM rating and you’re ready for the IDC. Cozumel is one of the best places in the world to take it.
IDC→IE
⏱ 3 weeks
From your first instructor rating to specialty and staff roles, continue your professional journey with Barefoot.
Warm water, world-class visibility, and legendary drift diving, every month of the year.
Train inside a working dive center with boats going out every day, not a classroom simulation.
From Rescue to IDC without changing schools, and job placement support when you finish.
Our team will answer your questions and help you figure out the fastest, smartest path to your pro certification.