Rescue Diver Training Course | PADI & SDI

Learn to prevent, recognise, and manage diving emergencies — one of the most rewarding and confidence-building courses in diving.

Course Overview

The Rescue Diver course teaches you how to look after yourself and others. Training includes self-rescue, assisting stressed divers, and managing simulated emergency scenarios both underwater and at the surface.

A first aid qualification like the Emergency First Response Course is a pre-requisite for the Rescue Diver Training.

skills training for an open water certification

What the Course Includes

Access to online elearning platform
Simulated emergency situations to deal with
10 Rescue Exercises and at least 4 Open Water Dives
Professional instruction and supervision throughout
International certification valid worldwide

What You Will Learn

Self-Rescue including DSMB deployment
Compass use and Search patterns
Dealing with panicked and tired divers
Using Emergency Oxygen
Raising Unconscious Divers
In-water recue breaths

Rescue Diver Course Packages

Choose your package and preferred training agency

Silver Package

SDI €400PADI €450

✔ Rescue Diver certification
✔ Digital learning materials
✔ Confined & open water training dives
✔ Full equipment rental
✔ Certification fees included

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Gold Package

Platinum Package

SDI €870PADI €920

✔ Everything in the Gold Package
✔ One-to-one private instruction
✔ Fully flexible training schedule
✔ Tailored coaching at your pace
✔ Ideal for nervous or time-limited divers

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All Rescue Diver courses are conducted in accordance with PADI and SDI standards.

Pricing differences reflect agency training materials and certification fees.

Rescue Diver Course – Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Rescue Diver course difficult?

The course is challenging but extremely rewarding, focusing on problem solving and diver safety.

Do I need a First Aid Qualification to take the Rescue Diver Course?

Yes, you do need an in-date first aid qualification. This means that you must have completed the training within the last 24 months to be valid. It is possible to take the First Aid training with us at Scuba Tech, which is the Emergency First Response Training. This is included in the Gold Package.

How many dives are included in the Rescue Diver Course?

A big portion of the rescue training are in-water exercises, which are not actually logged as dives. However, as part of your training at Scuba Tech, we do include a shake down dive and a number of other dives, with a minimum of 4 loggable dives as part of the course.

Why should I take the Rescue Diver Course?

The Rescue Diver Course dramatically improves confidence, awareness, and safety for both recreational and professional pathways. When you are aware of the steps you need to take in an emergency situation, it becomes easier to act if the need arises

What is included in the course price?

Course prices include professional instruction, training dives, learning materials, certification fees, and use of diving equipment during training. We also offer free pick up from any hotel/accommodation in Protaras, Pernera, Paralimni and some areas of Ayia Napa. Package inclusions vary depending on the level selected.