To enroll in the PADI Rescue Diver Course in Costa Rica, you must already have a PADI Advanced Open Water Diver certification (or an equivalent from another recognized agency). You also need to have completed an Emergency First Response (EFR) course or a similar CPR and first aid training within the last 24 months. If you haven’t done this yet, don’t worry—you can take an EFR course alongside your Rescue Diver training. Additionally, you must be at least 12 years old to participate, though divers under 15 will receive a Junior Rescue Diver certification. Ready to take the next step?

The PADI Rescue Diver Course in Costa Rica is all about becoming a more confident and capable diver. You’ll learn self-rescue techniques, emergency response, first aid for divers, and how to assist others in distress, all while training in the stunning waters of Isla del Caño. With hands-on practice and expert instruction, this course will challenge you, build your skills, and prepare you to handle real-life diving situations with confidence. Ready to take your scuba training to the next level?

During the PADI Rescue Diver Course in Costa Rica, you’ll use the standard scuba gear, including a mask, fins, regulator, BCD, and wetsuit, but you’ll also work with specialized rescue equipment. You’ll train with pocket masks for rescue breathing, surface marker buoys (SMBs) for signaling, and emergency oxygen units to assist distressed divers. All necessary gear is provided, so you can focus on mastering your rescue skills

Yes, to complete the PADI Rescue Diver Course in Costa Rica, you need to have Emergency First Response (EFR) certification or an equivalent CPR and first aid training completed within the last 24 months. This ensures that you have the necessary skills to handle emergency situations both in and out of the water. If you haven’t taken an EFR course yet, don’t worry—you can complete it alongside your Rescue Diver training at our dive center. This way, you’ll be fully prepared to respond to any diving emergency with confidence!

The PADI Rescue Diver Course typically takes 3 days to complete. This includes both theory and practical training. You’ll spend time in the classroom (or online) learning the concepts, followed by in-water training to practice the skills in real dive scenarios. The course is flexible and can be adjusted based on your schedule and the conditions at our dive sites. By the end of the course, you’ll feel more confident and prepared to handle emergency situations underwater!