Instructor Advanced Education Training Grant
The Instructor Advanced Education Training Grant from the Women Divers Hall of Fame supports women scuba instructors in gaining advanced certifications and specialized training to enhance safety and teaching expertise.
Funder: Women Divers Hall of Fame
Due Dates: November 30, 2026: Full application deadline (5:00 pm New York time; letters of recommendation due)
Funding Amounts: One grant of $2,000; covers course fees and necessary equipment (not travel, insurance, or membership dues)
Summary: Supports women scuba instructors in pursuing advanced training or certifications to enhance their instructional and safety skills.
Key Information: Applicants must be women certified scuba instructors with at least 25 open water diver certifications.
Description
This grant supports women who are certified scuba diving instructors in expanding their professional skills through advanced education and specialized training. The funding is intended to help recipients pursue certifications in specialty dive instruction, safety-related fields (such as CPR, O2, AED, or First Aid), or industry-associated areas like chamber operation or equipment repair. The grant aims to foster greater safety, teaching capability, and professional development within the diving community.
