Diving Safety & Skills with Key Largo Dive Center
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Boost your diving skills with the PADI Rescue Diver Course in Key Largo. Learn emergency techniques in a stunning reef environment and become a safer, more confident diver.
PADI Rescue Diver Course
3 Days • Ages 12+ • Prerequisite: Adventure Diver • Learn Life-Saving Techniques
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About This Adventure
Enhance your diving skills with the PADI Rescue Diver course, a thrilling 3-day experience that combines serious training with fun. Learn essential rescue techniques, manage dive emergencies, and boost your confidence as a diver. This course transforms you into a reliable buddy, making it a favorite among divers worldwide.
One of the most valuable SCUBA courses that you will ever take!
Duration
3 Days
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The PADI Rescue Diver course teaches you techniques to avoid and manage problems and improve your confidence as a diver. During the course you’ll become a better buddy by enhancing your ability to identify potential problems and by practicing dive emergency protocol. The subject is serious but the training is fun – many divers tell us the PADI Rescue Diver course was their favorite!
This course can be taken after completing the PADI 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.
The PADI Rescue Diver course prepares you to deal with dive emergencies, minor and major, using a variety of techniques. Through knowledge development and rescue exercises, you learn what to look for and how to respond. During rescue scenarios, you put into practice your knowledge and skills. Topics include:
- Self rescue
- Recognizing and managing stress in other divers
- Emergency management and equipment
- Rescuing panicked divers
- Rescuing unresponsive divers
The academic training is completed via PADI eLearning and all online training must be completed prior to checking in at the dive center on the first day of your training. The course length is 3 days and includes several pool and / or boat training sessions, and instructor fees.
We’re a professional PADI Dive Center and a NAUI Career Development Center located in the “Dive Capital of the World”. Many people ask which agency they should choose. It’s personal preference. Both PADI and NAUI are recognized globally at dive centers and resorts.
Course Prerequisites
- Adventure Diver / Junior Adventure Diver (or qualifying certification)
What to Bring
- Water
- Driver's License
- Mask
- Snorkel
- Fins
- Cutting Tool
- Surface Marker Buoy (SMB)
- The remaining gear required can be rented from Key Largo Dive Center
- Diver insurance cards if you have them
Adventure Tips
Stay Hydrated
Bring plenty of water, especially during long training days in the sun.
Book in Advance
Reserve your spot early as courses tend to fill up quickly in peak season.
Practice Skills
Review rescue scenarios mentally before class to maximize learning.
Dress Appropriately
Wear lightweight, quick-drying clothing for classroom sessions and water activities.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Sea turtles
- Queen angelfish
History
Key Largo has been a hub for SCUBA diving since the 1950s, earning a reputation for its extensive coral reefs and shipwrecks.
Conservation
The area emphasizes reef preservation through sustainable dive practices and marine protected zones to ensure vibrant ecosystems for future generations.
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Recommended Gear
Wet Suit
Keeps you warm in varying water temperatures during training.
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Dive Mask
Clear vision during rescue drills underwater.
Personal Notepad
Jot down key rescue techniques and scenarios to review.
Lightweight Fins
Better maneuverability during rescue exercises.