Rescue Diver

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The Rescue Diver course is probably the most eye-opening, useful, educational course that a recreational diver will experience.  In this course you will tackle physiology, in-water rescues, emergency management, your dive staff :), gain a greater understanding of the functions of dive equipment (yes, what is that doohickie called), plus much more. (There are some minimum age requirements.  Please contact us for additional information).  This course is designed to start you thinking beyond yourself.  It is for this reason and others, that this certification is required for any diver considering continuing on to a professional dive level.

Current CPR certification is also a requirement for Rescue Diver certification.  If you do not have proof of a current CPR certification, please plan on attending an Emergency First Response (EFR) course prior to the start of the Rescue Diver course.

• Rental Gear - All student rental gear is 50% off listed price

Materials required for the class are: Your own gear or please arrange for your own rentals.  You will only need 1 tank for each day (2 tanks).

To receive the PADI Rescue Diver certification, students will need to:

read Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, & 5 in the Rescue Diver Book complete the corresponding knowledge reviews for Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6 achieve a passing grade on the Final Exam (minimum 75%) attend two days of training  complete one pool session (additional sessions may be scheduled if deemed necessary) complete open water Rescue Scenarios (one open water day*) and adequately perform all required skills Show proof of current CPR certification or complete the EFR course prior to the start of the Rescue Diver course

* Open Water Rescue Scenarios are conducted at a local lake and will not be a full day of diving.