SDI Rescue Diver
The SDI Rescue Diver Course offers more than just training; it’s an opportunity to develop crucial life-saving skills while engaging in a challenging yet rewarding experience. Learn to handle emergencies with calm and efficiency, making you a reliable partner in any diving situation. Key takeaways include mastering self-rescue techniques, assisting others effectively, and managing potential panic situations underwater. Transform into a competent rescue diver, ready to face and overcome underwater challenges with confidence.
SEE BELOW FOR INCLUSIONS, PREREQUISITES, AND EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS
| ***This course includes eLearning to be compelted before your course begins. If you DO NOT receive an eLearning conrimation email within 24 hours, please contact us! To help us ensure quality training and the best experience for you and your fellow students, give yourself enough time to complere the online materials!*** |
Availability: Contact us for booking information
Before Signing up for this course:
Please review Medical Questionnaire below and get physican approval IF needed.
Included in course:
eLearning course (completed before course), one classroom session and
2 days open water training,Not Included in course:
Equipment* and dive site entrance fees (if any).
Equipment Requirements
| 1. Mask, fins, snorkel, and boots (if fin requires it) | 7. Exposure suit adequate for the training conditions* |
| 2. Buoyancy compensator device with a low-pressure power inflator* | 8. Compressed gas cylinder* |
| 3. Regulator with submersible pressure gauge * | 9. Compass; during navigation skills |
| 4. Alternate air source * | 10. Rescue signal (Signal marker buoy) |
| 5. Weight system* | 11. Cutting Tool |
| 6. Personal dive computer (PDC) unless otherwise noted* |
*items available for rent if needed.
All other equipment is available for purchase at our store. Ask our friendly sales staff for recommendation
Note: Students wearing air integrated hose-less computers are not required to carry a submersible pressure gauge.
This course is ideal for certified open water scuba divers who are eager to expand their skills and dive deeper into the world of diving safety. It’s also perfect for advanced divers aiming to progress in their diving career or anyone aspiring to become a dive leader. Prerequisites include a minimum age of 18 (or 10 with parental consent), current CPR and first aid certifications, and proof of advanced diving experience. This course sets the stage for advancing to the SDI Master Scuba Diver or Divemaster levels.
The SDI Rescue Diver Course is comprehensive, covering essential skills like accident prevention, stress management, equipment use, and effective rescue techniques. Expect to learn about diving accident causes, performing various rescues, managing dive-related injuries, and more. These skills are not just about diving; they are life skills that empower you to protect and save lives.
Dive into a practical learning environment where you’ll simulate real-life rescue scenarios, from handling panic symptoms to executing underwater rescues. The course combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on practice, ensuring you’re well-prepared to handle diving emergencies confidently and competently.
