What will you learn in the Rescue Diver course?
Every PADI Rescue Diver you speak to will tell you that it is the best course on offer. In the space of just one weekend you will feel the change in your own diving habits, views and limits. This course offers a different perspective on diving with buddies and other divers in general. Learn to both save yourself and others by imporving your dive skills and sitational awareness.
The best part… It’s fun! Learn what to do in dangerous situations, how to search for a missing diver and if you find them, how to bring them back to the surface safely. No one ever wants to be in a position where their Rescue Diver skills are required, but wouldn’t you rather be prepared?
Here's how it works
First thing you’ll need with the Adelaide Scuba PADI Rescue Diver course is a reasonable idea about first aid. If you don’t have this (for example HLTAID011), we can offer you the PADI EFR and PADI Oxygen Provider course. Contact us for more information if your require first aid training. If you already have a current first aid certificate, bring in a copy for us to see.
Program:
Complete the eLearning in your own time before we start the course, complete with videos, guides, and a short quiz. Come on in to Adelaide Scuba for a session in the pool, testing your skills for various rescue scenarios. Once you are comfortable with the skills in our indoor heated pool, we take you to the ocean to test those skills in the ocean.
On the second day we spend the day on a dive boat running through rescue scenarios, enhancing the skills you've learnt in calm water with real ocean experiences. Once back at the store, you will be qualified as a PADI Rescue Diver! You have just completed a course which not only helps yourself, but helps others. This is one of diving’s most selfless acts and you are to be congratulated for your hard work.
The next step in your scuba journey might be Master Scuba Diver (Rescue diver with 5 PADI specialty certifications and 50 logged dives) which is the highest level achievable as a recreational diver!
Rescue Course Pre-requisites
- A PADI Advanced Open Water Diver (or equivalent qualifying certification from another training organisation)
- Current Emergency First Response (First Aid HLTAID 011) certification
- 15 years old
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I need to bring any gear myself (for example mask, snorkel, fins and dive boots)?
All gear will be provided by Adelaide Scuba. We have Premium Scubapro, Cressi and Oceanic rental equipment for your comfort.
We very strongly recommend having your own Mask and Snorkel - for comfort and hygene.
We will teach you about the different types of gear available and to maximize your enjoyment of the experience, we do recommend coming in-store to have a look at our mask range - your dive mask is the most important piece of equipment you will invest in. Feel free to come in and try some on!
What If I fail my dive medical?
It is always best to read through the medical questionnaire first to determine if you require a doctors clearance. If you have a known medical condition we encourage you to gain clearance before you commence your eLearning. A medical clearance by a diving doctor will last for 12 months. The eLearning portion of the course is not refundable and once commenced, the course is not refundable by Adelaide Scuba. Please ask our friendly staff if you have any questions about how this process works.
You can find the PADI Medical Waiver Here.
You can find Diving Doctors Here
Can I reschedule the course if I cannot complete the online training in time or get my medical in time?
Rescheduling is available for any reason, however there is rescheduling fee of $100 if this is within 14 days of the course start. As soon as your course space is booked with us there is a lot of preparation in place to ensure your gear and Instructor is available. We ask that you please give us as much notice as you can - our courses are scheduled 12 months in advance and can be booked out up to 3 months in advance at some times of the year.
I have a voucher, can I use this for the course cost?
Yes, of course! You can put your voucher towards your Learn To Dive Course, all vouchers redeemed MUST be within the expiry date & will not be extended.
What happens when there is a turn in the weather?
Adelaide Scuba staff monitor the weather forecasts closely all year round and will provide you with as much notice as possible if the conditions look unsafe for scuba diving. Water conditions are not always determined by sunshine but primarily by wind, rain, current and swell. South Australia has a variety of dive sites, which are suitable in varying weather conditions. If the prediction is for unsafe conditions we may have to reschedule the course dives to another time & will discuss this based on student and Instructor availability.
