PADI · Level 3

Rescue
Diver

The most rewarding and eye-opening course. Learn to prevent, manage and resolve emergency situations — for yourself and for others.

15,500฿
EFR + certification · all inclusive
2 to 3 days
Duration
4 dives
ocean
12 years +
Minimum age
Advanced
Prerequisite

Become an exceptional diver

The Rescue Diver certification is designed for divers who want to improve their safety and their readiness for emergency situations. You learn to anticipate, identify and manage problems — for yourself and for others. Often described as the most demanding course but also the most rewarding, it completely transforms the way you dive and gives you newfound confidence.

What you’ll master

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Emergency prevention

Learn to avoid dangerous situations before they even happen.

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Rescue techniques

Assist a diver in difficulty or unconscious, both on the surface and underwater.

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Stress management

Recognize and manage stress, in yourself and others, to stay calm under pressure.

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Helping divers in distress

Provide immediate assistance, both physical and psychological.

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Search & recovery

Master the techniques to locate a missing diver and bring them safely to the surface.

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First aid & CPR

The EFR course teaches you to stabilize an injured person before help arrives.

How the course works

1

Theory course

Understand diving accident scenarios and the physiology of stress and emergencies.

2

First aid (EFR)

Training in essential first aid and CPR skills, for diving and everyday life.

3

Shallow water practice

Simulations to master rescue techniques in a controlled environment.

4

Real-life ocean scenarios

Realistic, varied scenarios to handle real emergencies, followed by certification.

What’s included

✓ EFR course (first aid)
✓ Internationally recognized EFR certificate
✓ PADI Rescue Diver certification
✓ Full equipment rental
✓ PADI course materials
✓ 4 guided ocean dives
✓ Refreshments & snacks on the boat
✓ Discounted accommodation

Why get your Rescue certification?

Improved safetyA course that makes diving safer, for you and for others.
Confidence & responsibilityGain the skills to effectively handle any emergency.
The most rewardingThe course that transforms the way you dive and prepares you for anything.
Towards the pro levelAn essential step towards Divemaster and dive leadership.

Requirements

Be certified as an Advanced Open Water Diver (minimum)
Be 12 years or older
First aid with CPR certificate less than 24 months old (included if needed via EFR)

Ready to become the diver everyone can count on?

Join FrenchTeam and experience the course that changes everything. 🌊💙

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