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Rescue Diver
The PADI Rescue Diver course is for suitably qualified divers seeking to advance their skills and knowledge to effectively handle dive emergencies and assist in diver safety. This challenging yet rewarding course builds upon the skills learned in previous certifications, focusing on preventing problems and managing dive emergencies through a combination of theoretical learning and practical rescue scenarios.
 
Course Structure
The Rescue Diver course is structured to develop your skills in self-rescue, recognising and managing stress in other divers, managing emergency situations, and performing a variety of rescue techniques. It consists of two primary components: knowledge development and practical application.
 
eLearning
This covers topics such as dive emergency management, stress recognition, emergency planning, and first aid procedures for diving incidents. This theoretical foundation is crucial for understanding the principles of dive rescue.
 
Practical Application
The heart of the course lies in its practical application, where divers engage in a series of rescue exercises and scenarios designed to simulate real-life dive emergencies. These include exercises in self-rescue, rescuing panicked divers, unresponsive diver rescue, and emergency management. This hands-on training is essential for building confidence and competence in potential rescue situations.
 
Certification
Upon successful completion of the knowledge development sessions, rescue exercises, and two rescue scenarios, divers are awarded the PADI Rescue Diver certification. This certification is a pivotal step in a diver's journey, signifying a diver's ability to effectively handle dive emergencies and contribute positively to diver safety.
 
Course Options:
  • Basic Rescue Diver Course: - This level covers everything required to complete the course. Pool sessions are on a Tuesday evening at 6:30 pm and open water sessions are once a month on a Sunday. All sessions must be booked in advance of starting the course.
  • Flexible Diver Rescue Course:- At this level in addition to everything above you also get access to our Saturday afternoon pool at 12 noon and an additional pool session. You can also take advantage of the option to book as you go additional open water dates and days. Your course also includes the option to complete the RNLI Sea Suvival Speciality.
  • Tailormade Rescue Diver Course:-  At this level, your course is tailor made to fit around your requirements and your schedule.

Rescue Diver

PriceFrom £305.00

  • Course Requirements

    • Be at least 12 years of age.
    • Be at least qualified to PADI Adventure Diver level, or the equivalent from a recognised alternative training organisation.
    • Be accompanied by a parent or guardian if under the age of 16.
    • Complete a Medical Statement. (Click here to download) If you need to answer ‘yes’ to any question medical clearance will be needed from your GP prior to diving.
    • Agree to our terms and conditions.  (Click here)

  • What's included?

    Included in the cost of your course is:

    • PADI eLearning
    • Full kit hire excluding mask, snorkel and fins (available in store or to hire for an additional fee) for the duration of your course. (You will need to bring a towel, swimming costume, T shirt and shorts for the pool sessions.)
    • Maximum of 4 students in a group.
    • 4 scheduled pool sessions to complete your confined water skills.
    • 2 days at open water, or 3 days if you purchase the Rescue Diver Plus Course.

  • What's next?

    The world of PADI diving is yours to explore once you become qualified as a Rescue Diver. If you want to try new dives and learn new skills, you can choose from a wide range of speciality courses we offer at Aquanorth, including speciality packages which will qualify you as a Master SCUBA Diver (Click here). Alternatively, if you want to become a PADI Professional, you can take the first step on the PADI Pro journey and become a Divemaster (Click here).

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