Rescue Diver PADI Course

1. What is the Rescue Diver course?
A practical, confidence-building course that teaches you to prevent and manage dive emergencies.

2. Is it difficult?
Challenging but enjoyable. Most divers say it’s the most rewarding course they take.

3. What does it include?
E-learning, classroom sessions, EFR, open-water rescue scenarios, and certification.

4. Do I need EFR first?
Yes — EFR Primary & Secondary Care within the last 24 months.

5. How long is the course?
2–3 days depending on conditions and group size.

6. What skills will I learn?
Assisting tired/panicked divers, unresponsive diver rescue, missing diver procedures, first aid, and emergency management.

7. Requirements?
Advanced Open Water, valid EFR, minimum age 12, good health.

8. How many dives?
2–4 rescue scenarios plus practice sessions

9. What’s next after Rescue Diver?
Divemaster or other professional/specialty courses.