RESCUE DIVER
PADI Rescue Diver
Become a more aware and capable dive buddy. Learn to prevent problems, manage stress, respond to emergencies and practise realistic rescue scenarios.
Equipment use during training is included for all diver-level courses. Please confirm any special personal gear in advance.
Prerequisites & Registration
- Minimum age: 12. Divers aged 12–14 receive Junior Rescue Diver certification.
- Hold PADI (Junior) Adventure Diver with the Underwater Navigation Adventure Dive, or PADI (Junior) Advanced Open Water Diver, or a recognized equivalent.
- Before Rescue certification, complete EFR Primary Care (CPR) and Secondary Care (First Aid) or equivalent training within the past 24 months. It can be taken alongside Rescue.
- Complete the PADI medical questionnaire; physician clearance may be needed.
- Bring swimwear and one digital ID photo (or upload it in the PADI App).
Course Structure
Knowledge Development (Theory)
Rescue procedures, accident prevention, emergency action plans and self-rescue knowledge.
Confined Water (Pool)
Practise rescue skills in an appropriate controlled-water environment, as arranged by your instructor.
Open Water (Ocean)
Complete rescue exercises and simulated emergency scenarios in open water.
Course Enquiries
Training schedules, medical clearance and certification requirements are subject to the current PADI standards and instructor review.
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