Rescue Diver

Why  Rescue Diver?

The  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?

Advanced Open Water Diver or  Junior Advanced Open Water Diver certification (or qualifying certification from another organization)

Minimum age: 15 years old (12 for  Junior Rescue Diver)

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
• dive first aid
• emergency management and equipment
• swimming and non-swimming assists
• panicked diver response
• underwater problems
• 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

What will I need?

•  Rescue Diver Crew-Pak
•  Rescue Diver video

Where can I go from here?

The  Rescue Diver certification is a prerequisite for all Professional level  courses, beginning with the  Divemaster certification.