Scuba Rescue Diver
OVERVIEW
This course trains divers
in the knowledge and skills needed to manage risks and effectively handle limited
in-water problems and diving emergencies.
Included are:
The course meets the prerequisite rescue training for:
Note: Adult CPR training (approximately four [4] hours) meets the requirement for Scuba Rescue Diver certification. However, additional CPR training that includes two person CPR and the use of rescue breathing barrier devices (e.g. pocket maskŪ, face shield) is required to meet the requirements for NAUI leadership certification.
QUALIFICATIONS
OF GRADUATES
Graduates are considered competent
to perform assists and rescues in open water provided the diving site and diving
situations approximate those of the course. Graduates may use this certification
as a prerequisite for the NAUI Training Assistant Specialty Course, Leadership
Courses and Instructor Courses.
PREREQUISITES FOR ENTERING THE COURSE
Age: Minimum
is 15 years
Certification:
Training and experience equivalent to NAUI
Scuba Diver
CPR & First Aid Certification: If accredited First Aid and CPR certification are not offered as part of the course, current certification in both is required for certification. Open Water. A least one session is to be conducted in open water. An open water session involves one or more skin or scuba rescue exercises.
FIRST AID
AND CPR TRAINING
First Aid and CPR instructors
who present training in these respective skill areas during this course need
not be NAUI Instructors.
Rescue Course Only - Cost - $350.00 + Books ($50) + Certification Dives
Rescue + CPR + First Aid + DAN O2 - Cost - $550.00 + Books ($80) + Certification Dives
This course requires CPR, First Aid, & DAN O2. Students may be given credit for existing certifications in these courses.