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DIVER STRESS & RESCUE COURSE

The SSI Divers Stress & Rescue training is the most rewarding recreational level training!
Here you will learn to look beyond yourself and consider the safety and well being of other divers.
This rescue diver training is all about safety and "incident management" in case something goes wrong, it expands on what you already know about how to prevent problems, and how to manage them if they occur. The fun part about this course is rising to challenges and mastering them.

Most divers find this course both demanding and rewarding, and at the end, say it's the best course they've ever taken. This is a must for all divers, and it is build in an enjoyable way to strengthen your scuba diving confidence.


What are the costs? 560.- US$
 

What will I do?
Rescue Diver training will prepare you to prevent problems and, if necessary, manage dive emergencies. During the  open water sessions, you'll cover:

  • Self-rescue and diver stress

  • Dive first aid

  • Emergency management and equipment

  • Swimming and non-swimming assists

  • Panicked diver response

  • Underwater problems

  • Missing diver procedures

  • Surfacing the unconscious diver

  • In water artificial respiration

  • Egress (exits)

  • First aid procedures for pressure related accidents

  • Dive accident scenarios

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How long will it take?
This course usually takes 3 days.

 

Learning objectives:

  • Become a diver that is aware of potential hazards and problems not only for yourself but also other divers

  • Be able to assist instructors/divemasters and other professionals in case of an emergency


Pre-requisites:

  • Minimum age 12 years (up to 15 years old you will earn Junior Diver Stress & Rescue)

  • Certified as (Junior) Advanced Adventurer

  • Be trained for first aid and CPR within the previous 2 years (ask us for more information)

  • Before starting any SSI course, you MUST have a SSI Medical Statement filled out and maybe cleared by a physician. Download now.

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​What is included?

  • As many diving sessions needed to master the skills

  • Rescue diver manual

  • All needed diving equipment

  • Scuba instructor

  • Snacks, coffee, drinks

  • Transportation

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What do I need to bring?

Bring a swimsuit and maybe towels, sunglasses and a sunhat.

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Other important information:
• Leave minimum 18-24 hours after diving before you fly!
• You are required to complete a medical statement and need to be in reasonable physical health. If there is any question regarding your health you must see a doctor before we can allow you to partake in the course
• Pick up times vary and will be discussed with you
• All course are subject to a cancellation fee

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