About ITDA-IHMP — The Future of Diving, Since 1998

International Technical Diving Agency (ITDA) was founded in 1998 as a family-run organisation dedicated to raising standards across the diving industry. Today we are the only international body that trains and certifies every level — from scuba to professional, occupational, and first aid — to national and international standards.

By the Numbers

• 🌍 65+ countries — a truly global diving community
• 👥 8,600+ active members worldwide
• 🏅 8,500+ certifications issued
• 🏠 Family-owned and operated since 1998

Our Unique Club System

Our International Club System brings together divers and clubs worldwide, while ITDA Academy provides higher education in teaching diving — the academic education of diving professionals. Divers from any agency are welcome to join, crossover, and progress with us.

What Makes Us Different

• Safety First — a safety-first training philosophy built into every program and standard.
• International Standards — ISO/ANSI aligned certifications recognised worldwide.
• Family-Run & Passionate — driven by dedication and expertise since 1998.
• ITDA Academy — higher education for diving professionals.

From Learn-to-Swim to Occupational Diving

From learning to swim and snorkelling, through scuba and technical diving, to IHMP first aid and occupational diving for work — our programs are built on dedication, expertise, and passion.

Divers from any agency are welcome. Access world-class e-training, e-certifications, and a global community of passionate divers and professionals.