Rescue Diver

Why PADI Rescue Diver?

Rewarding and fun – that best describes the PADI Rescue Diver course. This course will expand your knowledge and experience level: Rescue Divers learn to look beyond themselves and consider the safety and well being of other divers. Although this course is serious, it is an enjoyable way to build your confidence.

What do I need to start?

You can enroll in the Rescue Diver Course as a certified Open Water Diver, an Advanced Open Water Diver or as an Open Water Diver with a completed Underwater Navigation Adventure Dive.
Minimum age: 15 years old (12 for PADI Junior Rescue Diver)
Successful completion of a sanctioned CPR and 1st Aid program within the past 24 months The Emergency First Response Primary Care (CPR) and Secondary Care (First Aid) courses meet these requirements.

What will I do?

Rescue Diver training will prepare you to prevent problems and, if necessary, manage dive emergencies. During the five open water sessions, you'll cover: Rescue Divers

Self-rescue and diver stress
AED and emergency oxygen delivery systems
Dive related first aid
Swimming and non-swimming rescue techniques
Emergency management and equipment
Panicked diver response
Underwater problems
Missing diver procedures
Surfacing the unconscious diver
In-water rescue breathing protocols
Egress (exits)
First aid procedures for pressure related accidents
Dive accident scenarios

How long will it take?

Recommended Course Hours: 25
Minimum Open Water Training: 2 sessions

What will I need?

Provide your own gear. Rental gear is available.

Where can I go from here?

The PADI Rescue Diver certification is a prerequisite for Master Diver and all Professional level PADI courses, beginning with the PADI Divemaster certification. Visit Scuba Station today to enroll in a PADI Rescue Diver course and prepare yourself to take the Master Diver Challenge (Rescue plus 5 Specialties) and/or to Go Pro.