What You Will Learn

Throughout this hands-on program, you will develop the mindset of a rescue-ready diver. Training covers a wide range of scenarios, from assisting a tired diver at the surface to managing complex underwater emergencies. Key areas of focus include:

• Self-Rescue: Developing the composure and skills to handle personal equipment issues or stressors.

• Recognizing Diver Stress: Learning to spot the signs of panic or exhaustion in others before they escalate.

• Emergency Management: Coordinating a rescue, using emergency oxygen, and managing scenes from the shore or boat.

• Rescue Techniques: Mastering surface and underwater assists, escaping a panicked diver’s grasp, and performing effective search patterns.

• First Aid for Diving: Responding to pressure-related injuries and providing specialized care for aquatic accidents.

Course Structure

• eLearning: Complete the academic portion at your own pace through SDI’s digital classroom. This must be completed before your practical training.

• In-Person Review: A focused session at the shop to review dive physics, physiology, and the "what-if" scenarios of rescue management.

• Practical Scenarios: You will spend time in both confined and open water environments (typically at Lake Denton) practicing rescue drills until they become second nature.

Requirements & Prerequisites

• Certification: Must be a certified SDI Advanced Adventure Diver (or equivalent).

• First Aid/CPR: Proof of current CPR, First Aid, and Oxygen Provider certification is required before final certification.

• Age: Minimum age of 18 (15–17 with parental consent).

• Fitness: Must be in good physical health and comfortable performing strenuous activities in the water.

What is Included

• SDI Rescue Diver eLearning and certification fees

• Expert instruction with realistic, hands-on rescue scenarios

• Tanks and air fills for all training sessions

Personal Gear & Materials

Students are expected to have their own full set of scuba equipment, including a dive computer and a cutting tool. In addition to your standard kit, you are required to have:

• Educational Kit: Logbook and rescue planning slate.

• Safety Gear: A pocket mask and a personal first aid kit are highly recommended.

Exclusive Benefits:

• Student Discount: Enjoy a 10% in-store discount on any safety gear or equipment upgrades purchased for this course.

• Financing: Interest-free financing options (6 or 12 months) are available.

Important Notes:

• Deadlines: All eLearning and medical forms must be completed 10 days prior to the first practical session.

• Policies: Refunds require medical documentation stating you cannot dive. All other returns result in store credit.