To become a PADI Instructor, you should first complete your PADI Divemaster certification. After that, find a PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC) at a recognized PADI Five Star IDC Store. These stores are known for providing excellent service, facilities, and training, and they have at least one PADI Course Director on staff. The PADI EMEA Professional Development Excellence Award acknowledges these centers for their dedication to training scuba instructors. Connecting with a Five Star IDC store can enhance your professional development in scuba diving.