Rescue Diver

The PADI Rescue Diver course is an important and crucial step in expanding a diver’s knowledge and experience beyond a purely recreational level. Rescue divers learn to look beyond themselves to consider the safety and well-being of other divers. This is why the PADI Rescue Diver rating is a prerequisite for all PADI leadership training (Divemaster, Assistant Instructor, and Open Water Scuba Instructor). Rescue diver training readies student divers to help prevent problems and, if necessary, manage dive emergencies using a variety of techniques. The course is designed to be demanding, though realistic in its conduct, content and approach. Although the nature and context in which rescue training may be used is serious, the course should be enjoyable and build diver confidence.

Prerequisites:

To participate in the Rescue Diver program, an individual must:

Be certified as a PADI Advanced Open Water Diver or have an equivalent rating. "Equivalency" is defined as proof of certification beyond entry level (at least two certifications total), and proof of 20 or more logged dives documenting experience in deep diving and underwater navigation.

Be 12 years of age or older.

CPR Requirement:

To be certified as a PADI Rescue Diver, the student diver must have successfully completed a sanctioned course in CPR within the past two years (24 months).

The Emergency First Response Course is highly recommended and can be used to meet this requirement. Emergency First REsponse is a basic training course in CPR and emergency care.

COURSE DURATION & COST

Duration:

Academics self-study and final exam.

5 in-water sessions over 2 days

COST: £225.00