Rescue Diver
"Challenging" and "rewarding" best describe the Rescue Diver course. Learn to rescue panicked and unresponsive divers, as well as how to rescue yourself in case of emergency. Take this step to becoming a Master Scuba Diver and learn to be more calm under water in the process!
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The Fun Part
Rise to the challenge and master them with as a Rescue Diver. Although most divers find this course demanding, they say it's the most rewarding course they've ever taken. This course expands upon what you already know about how to prevent problems, and how to manage them if they occur.
What You Learn
- Self rescue
- Recognizing and managing stress in other divers
- Emergency management and equipment
- Rescuing panicked divers
- Rescuing unresponsive divers
The Scuba Gear You Use
You use all your basic scuba gear including a dive computer and accessories.
The Learning Materials You Need
The Rescue Diver crewpack includes all materials required to complete the Rescue Diver course, including a pocket mask. You'll learn how to think like a rescue diver and preview skills you'll practice with your Instructor. This tool box of knowledge and technique will give you the expertise to handle almost any emergency situation.
Prerequisites
To enroll in the Rescue Diver course, you must be:
- 12 years or older
- Have a Adventure Diver certification (or have a qualifying certification from another organization)
- Be trained and current for first aid and CPR within the previous two years (Ask your instructor about DAN CPR and first aid courses).
For all your learning materials and equipment, contact Waterdogs Scuba & Safety.
Your Next Adventure
After completing CPR and first aid and the Rescue Diver course, you should take the Emergency Oxygen Provider course. Together, these three courses round out your ability to handle scuba emergencies.
For more information about this or other courses have a chat with one of the Waterdogs Scuba & Safety team members.