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Once you are 15 years of age and a certified scuba diver, you can expand your diving knowledge with a Scuba Rescue Diver course. Learn how to manage risks and effectively handle limited in-water problems and diving emergencies, how to assist and transport divers, and how to perform surface rescues and rescues from depth involving both boat and shore based skin and scuba divers.

CPR and First Aid certifications are required to complete this course. Your Scuba Rescue Diver training moves you on your pathway to becoming a NAUI Leader: Skin Diving Instructor, Assistant Instructor, Divemaster, or Instructor.

Scuba Rescue Diver

EvolutionTimeOverview
Classroom12 HoursCauses and Prevention of diving accidents, Rescue Techniques,
Tows/Assists, Treatment of Injuries,
Risk Management, Problem Solving,
Environmental Awareness,
Asumption of risk and Liability
   
Confined Water5 HoursRescue Techniques, Tows/Assists,
Identify & Evaluate Problems,
Victim Handling, Swim Test,
CPR Review
   
Open Water2 DivesSearch Patterns,
In water rescue,
Risk Prevention and Management,
Self Rescue Techniques,
Real Life Scenarios,
Simulated Medical Evacuation
   
ExaminationExamWritten Exam
   
Qualifications of
Graduates
You will be trained in the knowledge and skills needed to manage risks and effectively handle limited in-water problems and diving emergencies.
Prerequisite'sMinimum Age: 15
Certification: NAUI Scuba Diver or equivalent
Pass Medical Screening and Swim Test
   
* Must possess current CPR certifiation
Ask about our Rescue Diver / CPR Combo Pricing
This course is a prerequisite for NAUI Leadership training

Last Updated ( Monday, 04 February 2008 )