Rescue Diver
Develop the knowledge and necessary skills for you to effectively perform diver rescues
Price | Max # Participants | Certification Course | Duration | Scuba Rental Pkg Included |
|---|---|---|---|---|
$450 | 4 | Yes | 2 days | No |
Course Locations(s)
Jetties/Kiddie Pool
St. Andrews State Park
Panama City, FL
Diver's Area
Vortex Springs
Ponce de Leon, FL
Other surround areas of Panama City, FL
TBD
Prerequisites
Advanced Adventure Diver OR;
Junior Advanced Adventure Diver OR;
Open Water Diver + 15 Logged Dives
Minimum age: 18, 10 with parental consent
Proof of current First Response Adult and Child Emergency Care Provider certification or equivalent*
Divers under age 15 may earn the Junior Rescue Diver certification. Junior students are to train and dive under the direct supervision of a parent, guardian, or active dive professional
*Note: First Response course may be combined with the SDI Rescue Diver course
Introduction
The rescue certification course is designed to develop the knowledge and necessary skills for an individual to effectively perform diver rescues and assist and administer necessary first aid.
Topics Covered:
Prevention and Causes of Diving Accidents
Diving Lifesaving
Hyperbaric Injuries & Management
Accident Management
Upon successful graduation of this course you:
Are able to conduct rescues for divers in distress.
Are qualified to enroll in:
The SDI Master Diver Program.
The SDI Divemaster Course.
1 Open Water Dive Required for Course Graduation
**If you need to add Emergency First Response course to this course, you can add it here or in the Add-Ons section below
Emergency First Response Course
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