How long is the RAID Divemaster course in Andaman?

The RAID Divemaster internship at Frogman Adventures runs for 4 to 8 weeks depending on your pace and the number of student groups you assist. Most candidates complete it in 4 to 6 weeks with daily diving. The longer you stay, the more real-world experience you accumulate.

What are the prerequisites for the RAID Divemaster course?

To start the RAID Divemaster course you need a RAID Master Rescue Diver certification (or equivalent), a valid First Aid & CPR or CPR certification, a minimum of 40 logged dives, and you must be at least 18 years old. A medical fitness declaration is also required.

What does the RAID Divemaster internship at Frogman involve?

The internship is practical, not classroom-based. You assist real student divers during Open Water courses, conduct skills assessments, lead certified diver groups, complete a dive site mapping project, and participate in professional workshops covering deep dive planning and rescue scenarios. You work alongside the Frogman instructor team every day.

Can I work as a professional dive guide with a RAID Divemaster certification?

Yes. RAID Divemaster is the first professional-level RAID certification. It qualifies you to lead certified divers on guided dives, supervise dive training activities, and assist instructors. You can work as a divemaster at dive centres worldwide. The certification is a recognised professional credential in the diving industry.

RAID Divemaster Course in Andaman - professional divemaster training at Havelock Island

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Course Code: FRG-DM-HVL

RAID Divemaster Course in Andaman – Professional Internship

₹80,000 per person, inclusive of GST

4.9 2,026 Google reviews

Begin your professional diving career with the RAID Divemaster Course in Havelock, Andaman. Train alongside Frogman's expert team and qualify as a certified dive guide and dive professional. Rated 4.9 by 1,828 divers on Google.

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About the RAID Divemaster Course

This is not a typical 4-day course — this is an internship. Over several weeks you become part of the Frogman crew, working alongside experienced instructors with real student divers. You will leave not just certified, but experienced.

The RAID Divemaster is the first professional level in diving. It qualifies you to supervise training activities, lead certified divers on fun dives, and assist instructors during courses — and it is the mandatory prerequisite for instructor-level training.

Duration

4–8 Weeks

Training Dives

20+ Supervised Dives

Level

First Professional Rating

Format

Live Internship

Certification

RAID Divemaster, Lifetime

Location

Havelock Island, Andaman

What's Included & Excluded

The Divemaster course has two cost categories — what Frogman covers in your course fee, and the standard professional registration costs you pay directly to the training agency (as with all dive centres worldwide).

Included in the Course Fee

RAID Divemaster certification processing & digital card
All training materials — Divemaster manual, slates, logbook
Full use of Frogman's BCDs, regulators, tanks & wetsuits
Live internship — assisting with real Open Water students
Dive site mapping project (charting a local reef)
Professional skills workshops: Search & Recovery, Deep Dive Planning, Rescue scenarios
All three training modules with full instructor supervision
Accommodation referrals & on-island support throughout

What You Will Achieve

Supervise and guide certified divers on fun dives independently
Assist our RAID instructors during Open Water and specialty courses
Conduct Scuba Review refresher programmes independently
Lead dive briefings, plan dives, and manage dive groups
Eligibility to enrol in instructor-level training

Excluded (Standard Professional Costs)

RAID application & registration fee (~USD 150) — paid directly to the training agency online
Personal dive gear: mask, fins, snorkel, dive computer, SMB (strongly recommended by this level)
First Aid & CPR certification if not already held
Accommodation & meals during the internship

Career Pathways After DM

Enrol in instructor-level training
Work as a divemaster at centres in Andaman, Thailand, or the Maldives
Assist courses and guide fun dives at Frogman Havelock
Progress to RAID Master Scuba Diver Trainer (MSDT)
Build your career in the global dive industry

Entry Requirements

The Divemaster is a professional rating — the entry bar is higher than recreational courses. All requirements are strictly enforced by RAID.

RAID Master Rescue Diver

You must hold a RAID Master Rescue Diver certification (or equivalent from any agency). This is a firm prerequisite — no exceptions.

First Aid & CPR Certification

A valid First Aid & CPR (CPR & First Aid) certification issued within the last 24 months. We offer First Aid & CPR at Frogman if needed.

40 Logged Dives

Minimum 40 logged dives to begin. Don't have enough? Join us for fun dives or a Master Scuba Diver prep course to build your log before starting.

Age 18+

You must be at least 18 years old to earn the full RAID Divemaster rating. A Junior Divemaster rating is available from age 15 with restrictions.

Medical Clearance

A physician-signed RAID medical statement is required. As a professional-level course, Frogman requires this before training begins — no exceptions.

Water Comfort

You must complete timed swim tests on Day 1: 400m swim, 800m snorkel, 100m tired-diver tow, and 15-minute float. Practice in advance if possible.

Three Training Modules

The Divemaster programme is structured across three progressive modules. The timeline is flexible — most candidates complete it in 4–6 weeks, giving time to really absorb the experience.

Module 1

Knowledge Development

Deep study of dive physics, physiology, equipment, dive environment, and supervision skills. Includes the Divemaster manual, self-study exercises, and a comprehensive final exam. This module builds the theory foundation a professional leader needs.

Module 2

Water Skills & Stamina

Timed assessments: 400m swim, 800m snorkel, 100m tired-diver tow in full gear, 15-minute float (hands clear of water for last 2 minutes), and a full equipment exchange with a buddy while sharing one air source. Demonstrates professional water comfort.

Module 3

Practical Application (Internship)

The core of the course. You will map a local dive site, conduct live dive briefings, lead a deep dive scenario, and assist Frogman instructors during real Open Water student training. This is hands-on leadership experience with actual divers.

Throughout

Professional Skills Workshops

Dedicated workshops on Deep Dive Planning, Search & Recovery, and Dive Site Mapping. You will also learn to run Scuba Review refreshers independently and supervise dive groups — skills you will use on every working day as a DM.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. The RAID Divemaster rating is recognised at dive centres worldwide. While Frogman cannot guarantee employment, many of our DM graduates go on to work professionally in Andaman, Thailand, the Maldives, and beyond. RAID is the world's largest diver training organisation.

It can technically be completed in 2 weeks if you rush, but we strongly recommend 4–6 weeks. More time means more real experience assisting actual student divers — which is what makes the difference between a certificate and genuine competence as a dive leader.

You need 40 logged dives to officially begin the DM course. If you're short, come early and do fun dives with us — Havelock is one of the best places to build your dive log. We can also arrange a Master Scuba Diver preparation package. Contact us to discuss your situation.

As a professional-level candidate, owning your own basic equipment (mask, fins, snorkel, dive computer, SMB) is strongly recommended. Frogman provides BCDs and regulators for training, but having your own full kit reflects the professional standard expected of a Divemaster.

RAID charges a registration fee (approximately USD 150) paid directly to the training agency online. This is a standard professional cost at every RAID dive centre worldwide — it is not included in Frogman's course fee and covers your certification processing directly with RAID International.

Yes. The RAID Divemaster is the mandatory prerequisite for instructor-level training. After earning your DM, you are qualified to enrol in the IDC and become a fully certified RAID Open Water Scuba Instructor (OWSI).

The listed price of ₹80,000 is inclusive of GST, so the amount you see is the amount you pay. Your invoice shows the GST breakdown. The agency registration fee (~USD 150) is a separate payment made directly to RAID.

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Vikram Shetty

January 2025

★★★★★

Did my DM at Frogman over 6 weeks. Working with real Open Water students on actual course days — that's what makes the difference. Came in as an Advanced diver and left qualified to lead dives professionally. Now working in Thailand.

Nisha Pillai

February 2025

★★★★★

Took a gap year and chose Havelock for the DM. The internship is real work — briefing divers, assisting in pool sessions with actual Open Water students, not simulations. Six weeks and I had 60 logged dives and a professional card.

Rohit Chandran

March 2025

★★★★★

The water skills module pushed me harder than I expected — in a good way. The swim tests are genuinely tough if you're not prepared. But the team coaches you through it. Completed the whole course in 5 weeks and now assisting on weekends.

Tanya Desai

December 2024

★★★★★

I wasn't sure if I was ready for a professional course but the Frogman team assessed me honestly before I committed. The dive site mapping project was one of the most satisfying things I've done underwater. Already enrolled in the IDC.

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Virendra Vermatoday

As a non-swimmer I was very scared and excited but the divers made me feel so comfortable and confident about the dive
Thakur GajRaj Singhtoday

It was a fantastic experience to do scuba diving in Havelock Island with Frogman with them. I was a happy customer. This is perfect for someone who cannot swim.
dileep chavatoday

We had a wonderful and hassle free experience with frogman. Very friendly people and had a great time
sonali kumari2 days ago

Must try .. awesome experience.. supportive staff .. thnku
Shailesh D3 days ago

Our visit to Havelock (Govind nagar Beach) with Frogman for scuba diving and snorkeling was an absolutely amazing experience. Everything was organized very well by Mr. Suchit Sir, who was present throughout the entire experience and made sure we were comfortable and safe at all times.
The team was extremely professional, supportive, and friendly. Safety was clearly their top priority, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable. Underwater, we saw beautiful corals and a wide variety of colorful fish in the deep sea it was truly a different and unforgettable world.
I sincerely thank the entire Frogman team and everyone who supported us during the activity. I would highly recommend Frogman to anyone visiting for scuba diving or snorkeling. Keep up the great work, guys!
Thank you, Frogman 🐸🐸🐸🐸🐸!
Shraddha Rathod3 days ago

It was an amazing experience for us.All the instructors and divers were patient teachers. They took us to exact spots where we got to see many corals and fishes.🥳
Dhruvi Rathod3 days ago

It's very wonderful. They show a different world that exists under our water in Havelock with Frogman. The staff is very experienced and helpful. Great time.
Prashant Kumar4 days ago

For Professional and cool scuba experience , these guys are awesome :)
Ranjani H G Vakoda4 days ago

We took early morning slot and the view was too good. Divers Bhaskar and Neelkanta took us for scuba diving in Andaman with Frogman. It was definitely a beginner friendly diving experience. Had an amazing time.
Sreya Ann Pius5 days ago

I’ve been scuba diving three times, and this was my second dive with Frogman. Once again, it was an amazing experience! Everything was absolutely worth every penny, and I couldn’t have asked for a better diving experience. Highly recommend Frogman to anyone looking to explore the underwater world. Definitely an experience worth having!
Jyoti Sharma5 days ago

best experience
Shishupal Tayade5 days ago

Nice place for scuba diving. Instructor is very nice. Nice trained persons..My experience is very nice. I will try again to come such a nice place.

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What an experience! We as a family enjoyed every bit of this activity. We did the lighthouse scuba dive. Never had the experience this close with the variety of fishes and corels. Must do while in Havelock and frogman makes scuba diving comfortable and relaxing. Founder Suchit is very professional and the instructors and divers are also very professional. They all know their responsibilities and passion. Neelkant, Ketan, Rubin and other divers were very patient and explained everything (does and don't) underwater. The team really makes u comfortable and tries to push themselves and us for an excellent experience. If time permits, will book this dive again. If not for sure next time.
  
 
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We had a wonderful experience with Frogman. We had Neelkanth and Ketan sir as our diving instructors. It was our first time trying it out. The pre-training was very clear. In the first 10 minutes open sea, I even had a panic reaction, but Neelkanth sir calmly got me to the surface and explained my mistake patiently, and we went back underwater, and it went all superbly well!
  
 
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Experience was very good and the price was Good and the instructors were very responsible and it was the best experience of my life . A 10/10 life time experience ❤️
  
 
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It would highly recommend this business to go without any hesitation. We were 3 people and each one had 1 instructor with them. We got a 5 min training before the dive and then explored the underwater world. Saw fishes and corals and safety was well taken care off.
  
 
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Amazing deep dive experience with Frogman in Havelock Island! 🌊🤿 The instructors were professional, friendly, and made me feel completely safe. The underwater views were absolutely breathtaking with beautiful corals and marine life. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Havelock! ✨

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