PADI Rescue Diver Course
Rescue is an important aspect of scuba diving. There are several emergency situations that may arise before, after and even during an expedition that will need emergency rescue services failing which accidents and fatalities can also occur. This is why there are also rescue courses that are conducted for people to be aware of the procedures to be followed in such times of need.
The PADI rescue diver course outlines on both underwater situations as well as surface situations where rescue services may be necessary. It enables a learner with the knowledge of techniques and precision that is to be followed during a rescue mission.
This is a part of the scuba diving program that can be the most challenging of all and yet fills you with the reward of a feeling of satisfaction for being there at a time of need to save lives.
The program empowers a learner with all the necessary knowledge of techniques that are to be implemented while in an underwater rescue operation. It also entails the use of several instruments and equipments that will be of an effective and useful aid in the course of a rescue mission.
There are various types of situations that may be confronted with. There are times when a diver may be unconscious or in a state of panic – the approach of the rescue operation for each will be different which is elaborated in the PADI rescue diver course.
PADI Rescue Diver Course Cost
The cost of PADI rescue course may vary from country to country owing to the difference of currency and cost in a particular the country. It may be noted here that any PADI program is easily available for completion all across the world owing to PADI partnerships in various centers and resorts in different countries.
The usual cost of a PADI rescue diver course is inclusive of all theoretical and practical classes that are consducted.
The PADI rescue diver course cost includes the following.
- All course materials (does not include videos)
- Diving equipments
- Air fills
- PADI registration fees
- Entrance fees to pools
- Entrance fees to open water dive sites
PADI Rescue Diver Course Requirements
There are a few requirements to be a PADI rescue diver. A comprehensive knowledge of all the programs stated below will enable you to handle all scuba diving emergencies effectively.
You will have to be above 12 years of age and a holder of PADI adventure diver certification or an equivalent qualification from any other recognized diving organization.
You will need certification of qualification in the administration of CPR and emergency first response treatments.
You will also need to complete the emergency program on emergency oxygen provider course.