The Padi Rescue Diver will expand your knowledge
and experience beyond purely recreational level because you'll learn
to look beyond yourself 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?
Padi Advanced Open Water
Diver or Padi Junior Advanced Open Water Diver certification (or
qualifying certification from another organization)
Minimum age: 15 years old
Successful completion of a sanctioned CPR program
within the past 24 months
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:
* Self-rescue and diver
stress
* Diver first aid
* Emergency management and equipment
* Swimming and non-swimming assists
* Panicked diver response
* Underwater problem Management
* Missing diver procedures
* Surfacing the unconscious diver
* In water artificial respiration
* 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: five sessions over two days
Where can I go from
here?
The Padi Rescue Diver
certification is a prerequisite for all Professional level courses,
beginning with the Padi Divemaster certification.
What will I need to
purchase?
* Rescue Diver Certification Crew-Pak
* Rescue Diver Certification Video or DVD
* Log Book