PADI Rescue Diver & EFR Course in Fethiye

PADI Rescue Diver & EFR Course – The Ultimate Step in Diver Safety
Duration: 4 Days

The PADI Rescue Diver Course is one of the most rewarding and challenging courses in recreational scuba diving. During this training you will learn how to prevent, recognise and manage diving emergencies both underwater and on the surface.

The course focuses on improving your situational awareness, confidence and problem-solving skills, turning you into a more responsible and capable diver.

You will practice real rescue scenarios, learn self-rescue techniques and develop the skills needed to assist divers in distress.


Rescue Diver Course Structure

The Rescue Diver course combines theory sessions, practical rescue exercises and in-water training scenarios.

During the course you will learn how to:

✔ Recognise and manage stress in other divers  
✔ Perform self-rescue techniques  
✔ Assist tired or panicked divers  
✔ Rescue unconscious divers  
✔ Coordinate emergency response procedures  
✔ Manage realistic rescue scenarios in open water  

Training is conducted in small groups with experienced PADI instructors to ensure safe and effective learning.


Emergency First Response (EFR)

The course also includes Emergency First Response (EFR) training, which teaches essential life-saving skills such as CPR and basic first aid.

EFR training includes:

✔ CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)  
✔ Rescue breathing and chest compressions  
✔ Drowning response techniques  
✔ Bandaging and wound care  
✔ Illness and injury assessment  
✔ Emergency action planning  

EFR certification is valid for two years and is required for many professional diving courses.

If you already hold a valid first aid certification from another recognised organisation, it may be accepted depending on PADI requirements.


Why Take the Rescue Diver Course?

The PADI Rescue Diver course significantly improves your diving awareness and confidence. Many divers consider it the most valuable course they have ever taken.

You will learn to anticipate problems before they happen, react calmly in emergency situations and become a safer and more reliable dive buddy.

For divers planning to continue toward Divemaster or professional-level training, the Rescue Diver course is an essential step in the journey.

Take the next step in your diving journey and become a more confident, capable and responsible diver.

Prerequisites
✔ Minimum Age: 12 years
✔ Must hold PADI Advanced Open Water Diver certification or equivalent
✔ EFR First Aid certification required (can be completed during the course)

What to Bring
✔ Diving Certification & Logbook (For Rescue Diver course participants)
✔ Towel & Swimwear
✔ Personal expenses (for onboard extras such as drinks and snacks)