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PADI Rescue Diver

Master Emergency Skills

Challenging & Rewarding

Course Description

The PADI Rescue Diver course is designed to expand your diving skills by teaching you how to manage and prevent diving emergencies. It is often described as the most challenging yet rewarding course, as it builds your confidence and ability to handle stressful situations both above and underwater. This course is essential for divers who want to improve their safety skills and become better dive buddies.

What to Expect

Knowledge Development

Start with the manual and video theory to understand the fundamentals: emergency management, recognizing diver stress, and handling equipment problems. (8-12 hours).

Rescue Training Exercises

Practice handling emergencies in open water. Exercises include self-rescue, assisting tired/panicked divers, and dealing with unresponsive divers.

Rescue Scenarios

Engage in realistic rescue scenarios simulating real-life situations. Apply your skills to locate, surface, and aid divers to become capable and confident.

Requirements

  • Age: 12+ Years (12-14 receive Jr. Rescue Diver).
  • Prerequisite: Adventure Diver (w/ Nav dive) & EFR Training (last 24 months).
  • Health: Medically fit. Questionnaire required.

Considerations

  • Duration: 4-7 days (flexible eLearning/in-water).
  • Equipment: All basic gear provided. Bring swimwear/towel.
  • Certification: Prerequisite for PADI Divemaster.

Who Is It For?

Certified Divers

Those who have completed Advanced Open Water and want to enhance safety skills.

Adventure Seekers

Individuals looking to gain confidence and proficiency in emergency situations.

Professional Aspirants

Divers aiming for professional levels like Divemaster or Instructor.

Next Steps

After earning your Rescue Diver certification, you are ready to enter the professional world of diving! Continue your education with the PADI Divemaster course or become an EFR Instructor.

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Become a Rescue Diver

Perfect for certified divers aged 12+. Learn to handle emergencies and become a better dive buddy.

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