What will you learn?

The PADI Rescue Diver course prepares you to deal with dive emergencies, minor and major, using a variety of techniques. Through knowledge development and rescue exercises, you learn what to look for and how to respond. During rescue scenarios, you put into practice your knowledge and skills. Topics include:

•Self rescue

•Recognizing and managing stress in other divers

•Emergency management and equipment

•Rescuing panicked divers

•Rescuing unresponsive divers

You may be able to get college credit for the Rescue Diver course – ask our instructor.

How can you start learning now?

Register for Rescue Diver Online – PADI’s eLearning option – to start now. You progress through five knowledge development sections using a web-based system that lets you learn at your own pace through an easy-to-use, interactive program. You also have access to an online version of the Rescue Diver Manual for reference during and after the course.

If you prefer, you can choose to study with the Rescue Diver Manual and watch the Rescue Diver Video (a book and DVD package). Come to our centre to enroll in the course, get your materials and start learning. Our friendly PADI Instructor will meet with you to schedule knowledge review sessions along with your rescue exercises and scenarios.

How long does the course take？

• Recommended Minimum Hours: 25 hours (subject to an individual’s learning ability)

• Number Open Water Dives Requires:  2 dives (may be done in a day or more)