Diver Stress & Rescue
The SSI Diver Stress and Rescue specialty program teaches you the skills you need to protect yourself and other divers.
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.
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Availability: Contact us for booking information
Pre-requisite: SSI Account & Open Water Diver
You must hold current certification in First Aid, CPR, AED, and Oxygen Provider. If you need this certification, the SSI React Right course will be offered prior to Diver Stress and Rescue.
While not a pre-requisite, if you feel your navigation skills could use some work, it is suggested that you take the SSI Navigation course. Then continue to improve and build your skills with the SSI Search & Recovery course. These two will help build your skills and confidence.
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Time: 1 Weekend
Minimum Age: 12
Academic Sessions: Online Program & 10 - 15 hours classroom
Pool/Confined Water Sessions: 1 day
Open Water Sessions: 1 day
Required gear for the course:
A complete Total Diving System: Personal gear - mask, fins, and snorkel. Diving System - BCD, Regulators, depth gauge or computer, weights, tanks, and wetsuit if needed. Diving System can be rented from Sport Divers. Personal gear can be purchased at Sport Divers if needed.
Special Equipment for the course:
Dive light, compass, slate, whistle, and delayed surface marker buoy.
What course should I consider next?
We understand that “life” can happen at the drop of a hat, but if you need to reschedule a class, there will be a re-scheduling fee based on the course, training requirements, any pool fees, and instructor availability.
