Please note, required e-Learning must be completed prior to any in-water class sessions.

Please select the date on the calendar that you wish to begin your e-Learning and our staff will reach out to you at this time to provide further details and work with you to create your customized course schedule.

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The Rescue Diver Certification enables you to manage dive emergencies both above and below the surface, while teaching you how to prevent dive emergencies before they can occur. This is one of the most rewarding Scuba Certifications and builds your confidence in dive management and rescue procedures, both for yourself and for others.

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In the Rescue Diver course, you will become proficient at identifying and managing dive emergencies both above the water and under the surface. You will train on emergency procedures, first aid, and diver rescue maneuvers.

Knowledge Development: You will receive eLearning training material to complete prior to getting into the water. They will cover all the knowledge, skills, and concepts we will use during your course. When booking, please select the desired date for UnderWatters to contact you about course details and scheduling and have your e-Learning materials sent to you.

Dive Exercises: You will practice ten rescue exercises with two final simulated open water scenario tests. The drills will cover self-rescue techniques above/under the water, managing panicked divers, and rescues of both responsive and unresponsive divers above/under the water.

Emergency First Responder Certification: This course will go over Primary and Secondary care such as CPR, rescue breathing, shock management, AED use and emergency oxygen. You must hold a valid EFR certification by the completion of your Rescue Diver course. This can be completed during the course (additional cost) or on your own before you begin.

Class tuition also includes Emergency Oxygen Provider & Equipment Specialist certifications!

Cost includes customized scheduling, private instruction, gear rentals, first aid materials, PADI fees, air fills, towels/refreshments for each session, etc.

PLEASE NOTE: The only thing NOT included in price is the PADI eLearning materials, which can be purchased directly on the PADI website with easy to follow instructions from us!

Prerequisites

• Advanced Open Water Certification
• 12 Years of Age or Older