Do dive shops hire Divemasters or only instructors?
A. While fully certified Instructors earn more and are more in demand, Divemasters can still make a living. The salary you make depends where you work, but you can expect a minimum of $500-$600 a month while working a few days a week. Of course, most Divemasters prefer to work part-time and spend the rest of their time working “a real job” or just enjoying the lifestyle. After all, as a PADI Professional, you qualify for deeply discounted rates at most dive shops.
