The Rescue Diver course will change the way you dive – in the best possible way. Learn to identify and fix minor issues before they become big problems, gain a lot of confidence and have serious fun along the way. During the course you’ll become a better buddy by enhancing your ability to identify potential problems and by practicing dive emergency protocol. The subject is serious but the training is fun – many divers tell us the Rescue Diver course was their favorite.

Learn how to think like a rescue diver through home study and skill practice with an instructor. All courses are flexible and performance-based. You'll practice basic rescue skills and then show you can effectively apply them in open water.

This course consist of two parts: Knowledge Development and Open Water Training

Knowledge Development

Online learning makes it easy to fit scuba lessons into a busy schedule. Complete the knowledge development section of your course whenever, wherever it's convenient for you. The total eLearning time commitment is about 8-12 hours

Open Water Training

For the Open Water Training you'll join your instructor at the lake. There you'll practice handling scenarios such as a leg cramp and assisting a tired diver by role-playing with other students and your instructor. The water training sessions are serious fun.

Prerequisites

• PADI Rescue Diver
  • Adventure Diver/Junior Adventure Diver (or qualifying certification) with completed Underwater Navigation Dive
  • EFR Primary and Secondary Care training (or qualifying training) within 24 months (can be completed with course)
  • Minimum age: 12 years 
• SDI Rescue Diver
  • First Response Adult and Child Emergency Care Provider certification or equivalent
  • Oxygen Administration Provider certification or equivalent 
  • Minimum age: 10 years
• A Medical Questionnaire must be completed by all participants.

Additional Info

• Rental gear not included (except tanks)
• Some adventure dives may require purchasing or renting specialty equipment.
• Some adventure dives may also require a confined water session prior to your open water training, additional pool fees may apply.