The "Institute of Ocean Careers" is an institute for Scuba training all the way from PADI Open water diver to PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor. The IOC is fully accredited by the student loan program. The institute of Ocean Careers offer a faster, more economical way of going from advanced open water diver to Specialty instructor. It also offers more experience than doing all the courses separately. Our Mission is to provide students with experience and background within the dive industry through quality instruction, to make graduate students leaders in their fields and therefore, more employable within the industry.

If you are from out of town, we can help you ease the burden of finding accommodation. We will assist you in finding a place to lodge during your stay in Victoria. Please contact us as soon as possible if you need this service provided.

I.O.C. offers a variety of career oriented programs. This allows us to meet your needs in professional development. If you are unsure of which course best suits you, our professional staff will provide personal counselling to help you make your decision.

Along with having excellent dive sites, Victoria also has many above water activities for you to enjoy. For the outdoor enthusiasts, activities like wind surfing, kayaking, hiking, sailing, skiing and golfing are year round. Victoria is an exciting city offering a variety of beaches, shopping and nightlife, which are easily accessible by bus, bike or foot. Your stay in Victoria will make your course an experience to remember.