The PADI Rescue Diver course is serious fun! Learn techniques to avoid and manage problems underwater and become a better dive buddy while you are at it! PADI eLearning allows you to do all the theory online before you start your practical training in your own time – fully preparing you for the fun stuff.
Most students adore this course and claim it is the most fun they have ever had while learning. The subject may be a serious one, but trust us – we will grow your confidence underwater and make you a dive buddy that people fight over!
Takes just 2 days!
Who should do this course?
- Those who already possess the PADI Advanced Open Water Course or equivalent from alternate diving organizations.
- Those who already possess the PADI Emergency First Response Course within the last 24 months
or
- Those who already possess a PADI recognized first aid course with in the last 24 months (ie Saint John’s Ambulance)
- 12 Years old and over
- Must be able to swim
- Good Medical Health (see medical statement)
What does it involve?
The PADI Rescue Diver course will prepare you to deal with a multitude of potential dive emergencies, from the minor to the major.
Techniques include:
- Self-rescue
- Recognition and management of diver stress in others
- Emergency equipment
- Emergency management
- Rescuing panicking divers
- Rescuing unresponsive divers
- Search techniques
What can I do once certified?
- Dive with confidence, knowing you are ready to respond to potential emergencies on all your diving adventures.