FRAZER, PA — Blue Crew Divers, a licensed vocational school and PADI Career Development Center, has opened enrollment for its new Diving Industry & Management diploma program, a seven-month course designed to prepare students for professional roles in the global scuba diving industry.
The program blends technical dive training with coursework in operations, equipment servicing, and business management, culminating in internationally recognized certifications. Graduates also receive career coaching and job placement support to help them secure work in dive shops, resorts, aquariums, conservation projects, and expedition companies worldwide.
“The scuba diving industry is growing and evolving rapidly, but it needs professionals who are as skilled in operations and leadership as they are underwater,” said Chris Donnelly, Chief Adventure Officer of Blue Crew Divers. “This program bridges that gap, giving graduates the expertise to succeed in an industry that continues to expand across borders and discipline.”
Program Features
Students complete PADI Divemaster and Instructor Development Course certifications, along with specialty instructor training, providing credentials recognized internationally. The curriculum also covers dive center management, expedition planning, scuba gear servicing, retail operations, marine logistics, and boat handling.
Career support is a central component, with resume development, interview coaching, and global job placement assistance offered, including relocation opportunities in the U.S. and abroad.
Broad Appeal
The diploma is designed for a wide range of students, from recent high school graduates seeking alternatives to traditional college, to veterans transitioning to civilian careers, marine science graduates, career changers, and retirees looking for second careers focused on travel and exploration.
Industry Demand
Blue Crew Divers is the only state-licensed scuba diving school in Pennsylvania and across a 22-state region, underscoring the program’s regulatory rigor. Its recognition as a PADI Career Development Center further places it among an elite group of institutions worldwide offering professional-level academic pathways in diving.
As the diving industry expands with recreational growth, tourism, and conservation projects, employers are increasingly seeking professionals with both technical proficiency and operational leadership. The new program is designed to meet that demand, preparing graduates to step into diverse roles with a combination of underwater expertise and business acumen.
Enrollment is now open for the inaugural session, which begins September 15, 2025, at Blue Crew Divers’ Frazer training facility, with open-water components conducted at approved dive sites.
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