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OSCA 2024 · 462432 · Skill level 3

Diving Instructor (Open Water): OSCA 462432

ABS OSCA 2024 v1.0 · visa lists checked 21 October 2026

Diving Instructor (Open Water) is OSCA 2024 code 462432. It corresponds to ANZSCO 452311 Diving Instructor (Open Water), which is on the CSOL and STSOL. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.

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ANZSCO equivalent

ANZSCO code for OSCA 462432

Skilled visa lists still use ANZSCO codes, so this is the code that decides your visa options.

  • ANZSCO 452311

    Diving Instructor (Open Water)

    On the Core Skills Occupation List, Short-term Skilled Occupation List.

    Visas for ANZSCO 452311

The job

What a diving instructor (open water) does

Trains and instructs recreational or commercial open water divers in diving techniques, safety and the correct use of diving equipment.

Skill level 3: Certificate IV, or Certificate III with at least 2 years of on-the-job training, or 3 years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing is required.

Specialisations

  • Dive Master
  • Scuba Instructor
  • Snorkelling Instructor
  • Surface Supply Breathing Apparatus Instructor

Main tasks

Main tasks

  • Trains and instructs open water diving students on diving techniques, safety procedures and the proper use of diving equipment
  • Demonstrates and explains diving skills and techniques to students
  • Provides guidance and supervision to students during open water dives
  • Assesses, evaluates and provides feedback on students' diving skills
  • Conducts briefings and debriefings with students before and after dives
  • Ensures compliance with safety standards and regulations during diving activities
  • Maintains and inspects diving equipment to ensure its proper functioning and safety

Unit group 4624

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Questions

OSCA 462432: common questions

What is the OSCA code for diving instructor (open water)?
The OSCA 2024 code is 462432 (Diving Instructor (Open Water)), skill level 3. OSCA is the Australian Bureau of Statistics occupation classification released on 6 December 2024.
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 462432?
ANZSCO 452311 Diving Instructor (Open Water). "In part" means only some of that ANZSCO occupation moved to this OSCA code.
Is Diving Instructor (Open Water) on Australia's skilled occupation lists?
The lists use ANZSCO codes. ANZSCO 452311 Diving Instructor (Open Water) is on the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) and Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL), according to the Home Affairs list checked on 21 October 2026.
Does Home Affairs use OSCA codes for visas?
Not yet. As of 21 October 2026, skilled occupation lists, skills assessments and visa applications still use ANZSCO codes.

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Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, OSCA 2024 v1.0 (CC BY 4.0); Department of Home Affairs, checked 21 October 2026. General information only, not immigration advice.

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