In the Rescue course you will learn to look beyond yourself to consider the safety and well-being of other divers. Rescue Diver training expands the basic problem prevention and accident management skills where student divers learn at the beginning with the PADI Open Water Diver course. At the Rescue Diver level, students are ready to learn how to manage more complex dive emergencies and to apply direct intervention techniques to assist others in an emergency state. By its nature, the course is 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 an enjoyable challenge that will build your confidence as diver.
Rescue Diver certification is a prerequisite for all PADI leadership-level training (PADI Divemaster, Assistant Instructor, and Open Water Scuba Instructor).

Course schedule: Knowledge reviews and exams, Rescue Training sessions and open water scenarios.

Duration: 4 days

Pre-requisites: 15 years old, be certified as Padi advanced diver or have a qualifying certification from another training organization.  Student diver must successfully complete a sanctioned course in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR-Primary Care) and basic first aid (Secondary Care) within the past two years (24 months).