PADI Rescue Diver Course

Take your dive skills to the next level with the PADI Rescue Diver Course, widely described as one of the most rewarding and confidence-building courses in recreational diving. Learn how to manage and prevent problems in the water while becoming a more aware and capable dive buddy.

This course is serious, challenging, and a lot of fun. You’ll practice real-world rescue scenarios and develop the ability to effectively respond to diver emergencies – from minor issues to major incidents.

What to Expect

The course runs over 2 days and includes a mix of theory, confined water practice, and open water rescue scenarios.

eLearning: Before arrival, you'll complete the Rescue Diver eLearning module, allowing more time for practical training once you're here.
Day 1: Review theory and practice rescue skills in a confined water environment.
Day 2: Open water rescue exercises and final rescue scenarios, including managing panicked divers, surfacing unresponsive divers, and providing in-water rescue breaths.

Throughout the course, you’ll learn how to:

Recognize and respond to diver stress
Conduct underwater and surface rescues
Assist unresponsive divers
Use emergency oxygen units
Improve your own situational awareness and problem-solving under pressure

Includes:

Full set of scuba rental gear
eLearning access
Certification upon successful completion
Daily transport to and from dive sites
Picnic lunch on the beach

Prerequisites:

PADI Advanced Open Water Diver (or equivalent)
Valid CPR and First Aid certification within the past 24 months (can be completed with us as the Emergency First Response Course)

Become the diver who others look to in an emergency.

Book your Rescue Diver Course today and grow your confidence both in and out of the water.

Pricing

PADI Rescue Diver Course (2 days): 610 AUD

All prices in AUD. Conservation/Fuel surcharge fees may apply.