New Open Water Prescriptive Lesson Guides Now Shipping

PADI Open Water PLG's
Product number: 70852MUL
Member price: $104.90

• Use whether teaching with tables, the eRDPML or the dive computer option.
• Allows instructor greater control over the display of information
• Incluye el Español.

PADI's Open Water Prescriptive Lesson Guides (aka PLGs) have been completely overhauled to incorporate the most-requested technical changes. We've also updated the content to include the eRDPML and dive computer option in addition to the RDP table.

Here are some of the most significant improvements: (email subscribers please click through to view images)

Answers are now click-to-reveal

Questions now appear on their own. The answers don't display automatically anymore. 

To display the answers, the instructor can click anywhere on the slide.

Videos are now click-to-play

Similarly, the videos no longer play automatically.

After clicking the yellow "Prescriptive" button, a black box will appear  for the video. To play the video, the instructor can click anywhere in the black box. To pause, click the video again.



Tables, eRDPML or dive computer - it's your choice

The new PLGs can be utilized with any version of the Open Water course: tables, eRDPML, or the new dive computer option.

Please see thumbnail slide at left for how it's organized. Click to enlarge.

Technical specifications

• The new PLGs are on a single DVD-ROM
• They are Mac and PC compatible
• The travel videos on the old "disc 2" are no longer available.
  
• The total installed file size is over 4GB so please be patient during installation
• English and Spanish are both on the disc (choose one during installation)

Troubleshooting

If the list of common issues below does not answer your question, please take a moment to review the instruction booklet that comes with the PLGs.

I can't get the PLGs to install / it's taking forever
On some PCs, the PLGs may take awhile to load. Our designer says, "this is a great time to make a cup of tea." Please give it at least 15 minutes. Most people won't have this problem, I got my PLGs up and running in less than five minutes.

The videos won't play (PC only)
You probably don't have the most current version of Windows Media Player. Try downloading the newest version of Windows Media Player.

Where are the final exam questions / answers?
Because most instructors review missed questions on the exam one-on-one: the final exam questions and answers are not included on the PLGs (they weren't on the old PLGs either). There is an option to add your own custom slides so if you wish to add the final exam questions and answers you can.

(I will update this list as more questions pop up)

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New AOW Student Slate Instructor-Only Preview Sale

Save On New Items for Your Professional Library

Now through May 7th 2010

From now through May 7th, special pricing is available on some of our new products. The safety sausage and whistle appear in the Advanced Open Water kit already, but the Advanced slate is an instructor-only pre-release.

Email subscribers, please click through to view images.

PADI Surface Signal Marker Buoy and Emergency Whistle
Sale price - $16.00 

(Member Level Pricing - $24.00)

Adventures in Diving Student Slate
Sale Price- $7.00

(Member Level Pricing - $9.10)

The AOW "multipurpose data carrier" (aka student slate) has been completely updated based on instructor feedback. You can wait until the new slate shows up in student kits later this spring, or order it through this pre-release promo for $7 bucks.

Here are the most significant changes:

• Rainbow color block shows color change at depth

• Includes knot-tying diagrams for bowline, half hitch and sheet bend (wish I had this for my IDC!!!)

• Use in conjunction with the following adventure dives:
  
  
  
  • Deep
  • Navigation
  • Night
  • Enriched Air
  • Peak Performance Buoyancy - NEW
  • Wreck - NEW
  • Search and Recovery - NEW

Last but not least, we're offering the How to Use and Choose Dive Computers manual ala carte for 10% off. The computer version of the Open Water course has proven extremely popular with consumers and is now available in several languages.
Sale price - 10% off your current buying level

This new manual is available in

• English
• Japanese
• Spanish
• French
• Italian
• German
• and Dutch

Please be advised: the special pricing is not available from the online shopping cart. 

The deals expire May 7 2010.  Read the complete "Teaching Tools" promo email.

Now Hiring PADI Instructor - Catalina Island, CA

Instructor Position Available for 2010 Season -  Two Harbors on Catalina Island

Two Harbors Dive and Recreation Center is a full-service PADI Dive Resort. We rent snorkel and scuba gear, sit-on-top ocean kayaks, mountain bikes, paddleboards, beach chairs and umbrellas, volleyballs and other beach sports equipment. Our air fill station fills to 3500psi (241bar). We lead kayak tours, including kayak dive or snorkel tours. We also have our own 45’ (13m) catamaran that we use for dive and snorkel excursions around the island as well.

The majority of the PADI courses we teach are Discover Scuba Diving and Open Water. We do not have a pool so all of our confined water work is done in the shallows of our beach. Our classes are primarily 1-3 people and never more than 6.

Seasonal Position

1. The position runs from May through September, and maybe through the end of October. These dates are flexible.
2. The position requires a willingness to perform a variety of jobs, i.e. work in both the rental and retail areas, divemaster or crew on the boat, teach discover scuba diving as well as all other PADI courses, fill tanks, carry tanks to and from the boat, and general housekeeping (cleaning gear, sweeping, dusting, etc…).
3. Pay rate depends on the job being performed and experience.
4. We will reimburse instructors for their insurance, prorated for their period of employment with us.
5. Good work ethic and ability to be a team player a must.

If interested or have questions please contact Hilary at (310) 510-4272.
Go to visittwoharbors.com for more information about Two Harbors Dive Center.

New PADI Pros Site

The new padimembers.com

We  have a new PADI Pros' website. The next time you visit www.padimembers.com it will ask you to create a new username and password.

Store members will need a PIN code to create their new account. If you do not have this information, give us a call at 800 729 7234. Individual instructors do not need a PIN code.





Here are a few highlights:
(email subscribers, please click through to view images)

PIC Online and Other Online Services

PIC online is the first item in the Online Services dropdown menu. In the Online Services menu you'll also find:

• DSD registration
  
  
• Diver Replacement Card
  (only use this if you don't do PIC online)
  
  
• ProChek and DiveChek
  
  
• The Access Zone
  (purchase eLearning gift certificates)
  
  
• Our online shopping cart
  
  
• Online Specialty Instructor / MSDT Application

Training Essentials Menu
A lot of what used to be in the Member Toolbox is now in the Training Essentials Menu. This is where you'll find:

• Exam answer keys
  (under Curriculum)
  
  
• Medical forms
  
  
• The Con-Ed Release Form
  
  
• Training Bulletins
  
  
• The 2010 Instructor Manual

USEFUL TIP:
The Forms & Applications page has about 100 links on it. They're organized into categories, but the "Find" feature of your browser can save you time. Here's how it works:

Step One - Activate "Find"

Press Ctrl + F on your keyboard, or from your browser's menu  click "Edit" followed by "Find" from the drop down menu.

A box will appear where you can type in the search term you want.

- Internet Explorer: The search box will appear towards the top left part of your screen.

- Firefox: Your search box will appear in the bottom left of your screen


Step Two - Type in the Search Terms you Want
Let's say you want to to find the medical form you can type in "Medical" or use the form number "10063." Your browser will find that word on the page and jump right to it.

If your initial search doesn't bring up any results, you may have to think creatively. For example, a DSD form might be under "DSD" or "Discover Scuba."

Member / IRRA Toolbox

The sprawling members toolbox from the old site has been pared down to just: certification counts, insurance and member benefits info, and an updated logo / image gallery.

The Resort / Retailer toolbox includes similar information plus a "report card" option. Track certifications and compare how your store performs versus the other PADI stores in your region.

View Order History and Print Invoices

Even if you've never placed an order online, you can view past orders and print invoices from the online shopping cart. First, click "Shop Online" from the home page. Once the shopping cart loads, click "my account" from the top menu.

In the My Account screen, click on "Invoice History." From there you can view order history for the past several years. Click on an order to view and print the invoice.
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PADI Job Opening at California Office: Sales Consultant

There is a job opening here at PADI Americas. View the PADI Sales Consultant job description. 

We offer excellent benefits with a friendly working environment. This position does not include a relocation package. Interested applicants should send cover letter and current resume by e-mail to:
jobs at padi dot com or FAX to (949) 267-1263.

Please mention you read about this position on the PADI Instructor News blog.

Help Us Choose the 2011 Project AWARE Certification Card

Last year voters helped select the 2010 version of the Project AWARE certification card (see image below). You can cast your vote between now and 31 May 2010 and help us choose next year's card.

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