Rescue Diver
The Rescue Diver course prepares the diver for the most common dive emergencies and trains them in life-saving techniques to protect themselves and others.
Course Limits and Requirements
- Maximum Depth: 60 fsw (18 msw)
- Minimum Age: 15 years old (with parent/guardian authorization) or 18 years old
- Prerequisites:
- IANTD Advanced Open Water Diver (or equivalent) OR proof of a minimum of 10 logged dives
- IANTD Diving First Aid, IANTD Oxygen Administrator, and IANTD CPR certifications (or equivalent). Note: These three programs may be taken concurrently with the Rescue Diver Course.
- Material Requirements: IANTD Rescue Diver Student Kit
- Equipment Requirements: Must fulfill all general Sport Diver Course equipment requirements (Single cylinder, Doubles with isolator valve, and Sidemount configurations allowed)
Course Structure
- Academic Sessions
- Confined Water Sessions
- Open Water Sessions
The IANTD Philosophy
Wherever you want to go, IANTD can take you there! One of the key differentials in forming a confident and safe IANTD diver is our core training philosophy known as: WATER
- Wisdom
- Attitude
- Training
- Experience
- Repetition
