Overview
Elevate your diving skills from self-sufficient diver to rescue-capable diver with our stress& Rescue Diver course. This challenging and rewarding program develops your knowledge and skills to prevent problems and confidently manage dive emergencies. Often described as the most rewarding course in recreational diving, it dramatically improves your confidence, awareness, and readiness to assist others.

Highlights
• Learn to recognize and manage stress in other divers
• Master self-rescue techniques and diver assists
• Develop skills for emergency management and equipment problems
• Practice realistic rescue scenarios in open water
• Enhance your situational awareness and problem-solving abilities
• Build confidence in your ability to handle diving emergencies

Itinerary
Day 1:
• 08:30 AM: Course introduction and knowledge review
• 09:30 AM: Self-rescue and stress recognition theory
• 10:30 AM: Confined water rescue skills practice
• 12:30 PM: Lunch break
• 01:30 PM: Rescue techniques and scenarios in confined water
• 04:30 PM: Day 1 conclusion and knowledge assessment

Day 2:
• 08:30 AM: Emergency management theory and planning
• 10:00 AM: Boat departure for open water rescue scenarios
• 12:30 PM: Surface interval and lunch
• 01:30 PM: Additional open water rescue scenarios
• 04:00 PM: Final rescue assessment scenarios
• 05:30 PM: Course debrief and certification processing

Inclusions
• Professional Instructor supervision
• Complete diving equipment rental
• stress & Rescue Diver digital learning materials
• All boat transportation to training sites
• SSI Stress & Rescue Diver certification card
• Refreshments during training days

Exclusions
• Hotel transfers (available at additional cost)
• Marine park fees (if applicable)
• Accommodation (packages with accommodation available)
• Meals during training
• Personal diving equipment (available for purchase)
• Gratuities (optional)

What to Bring
• Swimwear
• Towel
• Sun protection
• Logbook
• Proof of current CPR and First Aid training (or enroll in EFR course)
• Any personal medications
• Completed medical statement form

Important Notes
• Prerequisites: you open water decertification and Emergency First Response training within past 24 months
• Minimum age: 12 years
• Course duration: 2-3 days depending on student progress
• Medical questionnaire must be completed; some conditions may require physician approval
• No flying within 24 hours after diving
• This course is physically demanding and requires good fitness
• EFR (Emergency First Response) course available if needed

Transform yourself from a capable diver to a valuable dive buddy with this essential course that builds confidence and prepares you for diving leadership roles.