What are the prerequisites for the PADI Rescue Diver course?

To certify as a PADI Rescue Diver, you must be at least 12 years old, be an Adventure Diver who has completed the Underwater Navigation Dive, and have completed the Emergency First Response (EFR) Primary (CPR) and Secondary Care (First Aid) course within the previous 24 months.

How long does the Rescue Diver course take?

The knowledge development portion can be completed in your own time via eLearning. The rescue training exercises and open water dives typically take place over two days after completing the knowledge development. If you also need to complete the EFR certification, that takes another day.

Why should recreational divers consider the Rescue Diver course?

The Rescue Diver course equips divers with the skills to become more confident, better dive buddies, and prepared to assist in emergencies, contributing to overall safety and awareness during dives.

Rescue Me

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Scuba Diver Magazine
on June 8, 2026
at 12:18 pm

Discover the challenges and rewards of the PADI Rescue Diver course in Malta with Luke Evans and fellow diver Hannah Daniels.

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