The PADI Rescue Diver course is a game-changer. You'll learn to prevent and manage problems in the water, handle real-world rescue scenarios, and build the confidence to stay calm when it matters most. From self-rescue skills to helping others in distress, this course transforms you into a more aware and capable diver.
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It’s serious training, but it’s also a lot of fun — with plenty of laughter, teamwork, and “aha” moments along the way. No surprise that so many divers say this is the most rewarding and enjoyable course they've ever done.
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Become the diver everyone wants in their dive group — confident, prepared, and ready for anything.
Whether you're curious about night diving, wreck exploration, digital photography, or protecting the ocean with Dive Against Debris, there's something for every diver. Each adventure dive you complete also earns you credit toward the full PADI Specialty certifications — so you're not just advancing, you're building your dive resume.
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From Dive Buddy to Dive Superhero in 3 Epic Steps!​
The course consists of three main components:
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PADI E-learning: Complete the online training at your convenience.
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Classroom Sessions: Theory review and knowledge development.
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Open Water Training Dives: 4 open water dives - REAL SKILLS, REAL ADVENTURE. At SA Dive Pros, we don’t just dip your toes—we throw you right into the fun of real-world diving! During your four open water dives, you’ll tackle hands-on scenarios that mirror actual dive situations. We’ll run these drills again and again (yep, like ocean bootcamp—but fun!) so you’ll feel cool, confident, and ready for whatever the deep blue throws your way. Because when you dive with us, you’re not just learning—you’re training to be a true underwater legend!
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Course Prerequisite
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12 years or older​
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Any diver with an Open Water (or Jr. Open Water) Diver certification may enroll in a PADI Rescue Diver course, complete Rescue Diver eLearning, and participate in Rescue Exercises in confined water.
To participate in open water Rescue Exercises and be certified as a PADI Rescue Diver, the student must complete the Underwater Navigation Adventure Dive and hold a PADI (Junior) Adventure Diver certification. A PADI (or other qualifying) Advanced Open Water Diver certification also meets this prerequisite.
Certification
​Be the dive buddy everyone loves—cool under pressure, rescue-ready, and one giant stride away from going Pro!
Post-dive Triumph
Explore PADI’s incredible Specialty and Tech Diving courses! They’re the ultimate way to sharpen your skills, boost your confidence, and log more dives while chasing epic underwater thrills. Think of it as leveling up your scuba superpowers.
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Or… ready to turn your passion into a profession? After wrapping up your Rescue Diver course, you're just one giant stride away from becoming a PADI Divemaster! All you need is 40 logged dives, and your pro diving journey can begin.
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The ocean’s calling—are you in?