PADI certification

PADI Rescue Diver

Learn how to prevent and manage diving emergencies—and become a more confident dive buddy.

Be the best buddy

The PADI Rescue Diver course is one of the most important courses you can complete as a diver. You’ll learn how to recognize and respond to emergencies, both underwater and at the surface.

The course is physically demanding but also practical and enjoyable, building confidence in your ability to help yourself and other divers.

Duration: 3 days
Training: Theory and rescue scenarios
Minimum age: 12 years
CPR / EFR: CPR / EFR within 24 months

The course

Theory and preparation
Your instructor takes you through the theory behind accident prevention, emergency management and diver rescue.
Rescue skills
In the water, you’ll learn and practise the skills needed to respond to different situations involving tired, panicked, unresponsive or missing divers.
Rescue scenarios
You’ll bring those skills together in realistic rescue scenarios, practising until you feel comfortable and confident in your response.

What’s included

All equipment
Marine Park fees
PADI learning materials
Refreshments and snacks on the boat
Tanks
Weights

Requirements

Minimum age: 12 years
CPR / EFR training completed within the previous 24 months
A medical questionnaire is required. Check whether you need medical clearance: View the medical questionnaire (PDF).