PADI Rescue Diver Course

Padi Rescue Diver

The PADI Rescue Diver course is one of the most rewarding and transformative scuba diving programs, designed to elevate your confidence and competence underwater. Building on what you’ve already learned, this course teaches you to prevent and manage diving emergencies both minor and major with a calm, systematic approach. Through knowledge development and realistic rescue scenarios, you’ll become a better buddy and a more prepared diver. Though challenging, the course is both serious and fun, offering engaging roleplay and teamwork that divers often describe as the most valuable and enjoyable training in their diving journey.

Process, Procedure, and Time Commitment

Step 1: PADI eLearning (6–10 hours) Begin with online knowledge development to learn how to identify stress in other divers, respond to various emergencies, and conduct effective rescues. The digital course includes interactive lessons, videos, and quizzes all of which you can complete at your own pace.

Step 2: Rescue Training Sessions (1–2 days) Practice rescue skills in confined water settings under the guidance of a PADI Instructor. You’ll learn. Self-rescue techniques. Recognizing diver stress. Responding to panicked and unresponsive divers. Conducting search patterns. Surfacing and exiting techniques

Step 3: Open Water Rescue Scenarios (1 day) Put your skills to the test in open water with simulated emergency scenarios, where you’ll apply everything you’ve learned. These practical sessions are designed to mimic real-life situations and help you respond with calm, confidence, and clarity.

Certification Requirements: Complete eLearning knowledge reviews and final exam. Demonstrate rescue skills during confined water sessions. Participate in and successfully complete open water scenarios. Hold a valid EFR Primary and Secondary Care certification within the past 24 months (can be completed alongside)

Total time commitment: Most students complete the Rescue Diver course in 2 to 4 days, depending on individual pace and availability. The online portion can be completed beforehand to shorten in-person training time.

What You Will Learn

Recognize and manage stress in other divers
Rescue panicked and unresponsive divers
Improve situational awareness and dive planning
Build leadership and emergency management skills

Q1. Who can take the Rescue Diver course?

You must be at least 12 years old, certified as a PADI Advanced Open Water Diver, and have completed EFR training (or equivalent) within 24 months.
Q2. Is the course physically demanding?

Yes, it involves practical rescue scenarios that may require swimming, lifting, and managing divers in distress. However, it’s manageable with basic fitness and instructor guidance.
Q3. What’s next after becoming a Rescue Diver?

After this course, you can progress to PADI Divemaster training or pursue specialty courses

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PADI Rescue Diver Course