PADI® Rescue Diver Course
PADI® Rescue Diver Course
Prerequisites: What are the expectations?
The PADI Rescue Diver Course is the second highest level of recreational diver training. It is designed to help divers become more aware and responsive to potential problems in the water. Enrolling in this course requires meeting particular prerequisites before signing up.
First and foremost, students must possess a valid Adventure Diver/Junior Adventure Diver (or qualifying certification) with completed Underwater Navigation Dive; EFR Primary and Secondary Care training (or qualifying training) within 24 months and be at least 15 years old. Aspiring rescue divers should also have knowledge of self-rescue techniques as you will be expected to use them throughout the course. Additionally, having recent experience with diving is essential as it will give you more confidence when practicing new skills.
Course Content: What is covered in the Rescue Diver Course?
Benefits: Why take the PADI Rescue Diver Course?
The PADI Rescue Diver Course is a highly sought-after certification for all divers, regardless of experience level. This course teaches the necessary skills and knowledge to become a more confident diver. It will also teach you how to prevent and respond to dive emergencies.
This course provides invaluable skills you can use in and out of the water. It will also help you become a better diving buddy by increasing your ability to recognize potential problems before they occur. The training emphasizes problem prevention and self-rescue techniques while learning to manage an emergency with minimum risk to yourself or others in the water.
With increased confidence in diving abilities and safety, plus great life-saving skills, taking this course provides tremendous benefits that make it worth considering for any diver.
Where is the training?
Suppose you’re looking to become a certified PADI Rescue Diver. In that case, you’ll be pleased to know that there are plenty of options for training in central Florida springs. Diving in these stunning locations gives you an unforgettable experience. It provides ideal conditions for acquiring the necessary training and certifications to become a PADI Rescue Diver. There is a mix of shallow depths ranging from 10-30 feet and wide visibility due to the pristine conditions found in Florida’s natural springs; it’s easy to see why it’s one of the most popular destinations for divers wanting to further their education.
Price
$500
If you do not have prerequisite EFR training and/or would like to add Emergency Oxygen Provider training, they can be added on the shopping page.