The SSI Diver Stress and Rescue specialty program teaches you the skills you need to protect yourself and other divers.
The SSI Rescue Diver Course is a challenging, rewarding 2-3 day program focused on accident prevention and emergency management. It teaches vital skills like self-rescue, managing stressed/unconscious divers, and handling underwater emergencies, typically combining pool training with open water
Course Overview & Details
Prerequisites: Advanced Open Water Diver (or equivalent), valid CPR/First Aid certification (within 24 months), and minimum age (usually 12-15).
Duration: Generally 2-3 days.
Components: Knowledge development (often eLearning), confined water/pool sessions, and open water rescue exercises.
Key Skills: Panicked diver response, underwater search, surfacing unconscious divers, and in-water rescue breathing
You will learn how to identify stress, how to prevent accidents, and be taught practical techniques to conduct rescues and provide emergency care. With a combination of pool and open water practice sessions, you will become well prepared and confident at handling emergency and rescue situations.
Upon completion, you will earn the SSI Diver Stress and Rescue Specialty certification.