Rescue Diver
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| Self-reliance, global awareness, and rescue skills |
| Benefits |
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Learn to prevent & solve diving problems, both underwater and on the surface. |
| Pre-requisites |
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- Must be at least 12 years old Note: 12-14 year old divers may earn Junior Rescue Diver certifications
- PADI Adventure Diver certification – must have completed the Underwater Navigation Adventure Dive
- PADI Open Water Divers may participate in Knowledge Development and Rescue Exercises in confined water
- EFR Primary and Secondary Care training within 24 months. Training may be completed along with rescue diver course.
- Current PADI Oxygen Provider certification or equivalent
- Student divers must view the PADI Rescue Diver Video.
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| Required Equipment |
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- Diving Accident Management Work Slate.
- Pocket Mask
- Typical Open Water gear, plus a cutting device (Sea Snips, Z Knife, etc.)
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| Required Text |
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PADI Rescue Diver Crew Pack |
| Duration |
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- One classroom session
- 2 Open Water sessions (2 days)
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| Location |
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The Dive Shop & Lake Millbrook |
| Fees |
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$225 Tuition, including Certification Card (required)
$75 PADI Rescue Diver Crew Pack |
| Course Notes |
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This program deals with common problems, like in-water equipment adjustment, and uncommon problems, like in-water resuscitation. Rescue Diver is the next logical course after achieving your Advanced Diver rating, and is one of the courses need to gain the Master Diver certification. |
Both group and private classes are available. We also offer this course on many of our Group Trips. |
