PADI Rescue Diver Course

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Are you prepared to explore the captivating underwater world? At Sea Star Diving, we provide an exceptional diving experience that prioritizes adventure, safety, and outstanding customer service. Join us in the picturesque Maldives and uncover the wonders that lie beneath the surface.

The PADI Rescue Diver Course is designed to teach divers how to prevent and manage problems in the water, enhancing their confidence and skills. This comprehensive course typically spans 2-3 days and includes both theoretical and practical training sessions.

• To equip divers with the knowledge and skills necessary for effective rescue techniques.
• To foster awareness of potential hazards and how to  manage them.
• To develop critical thinking skills for emergency  situations.

•  Demonstrate proficiency in self-rescue and assisting distressed divers.
• Effectively communicate and execute rescue plans in emergency scenarios.
• Understand and apply first aid procedures relevant to  diving incidents. 

• Knowledge Development: Understanding the role of a rescue diver, recognizing and managing stress in yourself and others, and learning about emergency procedures.
• Confined Water Training: Practicing rescue techniques, including  self-rescue, rescuing a distressed diver, and administering first aid.
• Open Water Training: Applying your skills in real-life scenarios in open water, including rescue      scenarios and emergency management.

• Minimum Age: 12 years old.
• Must be a certified PADI Advance Open Water Diver or equivalent.
• CPR and First Aid training completed within the last 24 months.
• Minimum 40 Logged Dives.
•  Medical Clearance: Review the attached medical form. If you answer "YES" to any question, a doctor's approval for diving is required. https://www.padi.com/sites/default/files/documents/2020-08/10346E_Diver_Medical_Form.pdf 

• The total cost for the PADI Rescue Diver Course is US$565, which includes all materials, training, and certification fees.
• Payment Options: We accept payment in USD cash at the dive center and for online card payments (with an additional 5% bank fee).

Self-Rescue Review 🏊‍♂

Day 1 

Dive 1

• Exercise 1 — Tired Diver Rescue Techniques 😴💤
• Exercise 2 — Handling a Panicked Diver 😱😰

Dive 2

• Exercise 3 — Response from Shore, Boat, or Dock    (Responsive Diver) 🚤🛥
• Exercise 4 — Distressed Diver Underwater Rescue 🐠🌊

Day 2 🌈

Dive 1

• Exercise 5 — Managing a Missing Diver 🕵‍♂🔍
• Exercise 6 — Surfacing the Unresponsive Diver 🛟🏄‍♂

Dive 2

• Exercise 7 — Rescuing an Unresponsive Diver at the Surface 🌊😮
• Exercise 8 — Exiting the Unresponsive Diver 🚑🆘

Day 3 🌟

Dive 1

• Exercise 9 — First Aid for Pressure-Related Injuries  and Oxygen Administration 🩹💉

Dive 2

• Exercise 10 — Response from Shore/Boat to Unresponsive (Non-Breathing) Diver at the Surface 🚨🌊

General Scenarios

Day 4 🌅

Dive 1

• Rescue Scenarios
• Scenario 1 — Unresponsive Diver Underwater 🐬🤿

Dive 2

• Scenario 2 — Unresponsive Diver at the Surface 🌊😵‍💫

Upon successful completion of the PADI Rescue Diver Course, participants will have the skills and confidence to effectively respond to diving emergencies, ensuring the safety of themselves and others underwater.