Diver Stress & Rescue Course

For Certified Divers

Be the hero of every dive! The SSI Diver Stress and Rescue course is arguably the most important program for any diver who wants to feel truly confident and prepared. While most courses focus on your own skills, this one teaches you to look outward. You will learn how to identify stress in yourself and your buddies, prevent accidents before they happen, and master life-saving rescue techniques. From managing a panicked diver on the surface to rescuing an unconscious diver from depth, our professional team at Scorpio Madeira will guide you through realistic scenarios that build muscle memory and mental calm. This course is challenging, rewarding, and essential for anyone serious about diving safety.

Itinerary

MeetingScorpio Madeira diving center
Day 1Theory workshop: Psychology of rescue and stress identification.
Practical session in confined watersSelf-rescue and basic rescue skills (Scorpio Madeira House Reef).
Day 2Advanced rescue techniques: Assisting panicked and tired divers.
DetailsUnconscious diver rescue and surfacing protocols.
Day 3Realistic emergency scenarios and complex rescue drills.
Final examDebriefing, and certification procedures.

Free parking available

Duration

  • Recommended 3 days
  • Included

  • All necessary specialized diving equipment
  • Diving Insurance
  • SSI Professional Rescue Instructor
  • Digital Teaching Materials (SSI App)
  • Practical rescue training sessions
  • Hot water showers and towel
  • Free Parking
  • Water, tea, or coffee
  • International Diving Certification
  • Excluded

  • Pick up and drop off (possible on demand with an extra cost of 10€ per person)
  • Required

  • 12 years old minimum
  • Open Water Diver Certification (or equivalent)
  • Valid First Aid and CPR Certification (SSI React Right or equivalent)
  • SSI Online Formularies completed
  • Medical questionnaire (All NO answers, or medical statement required)
  • SSI Digital materials successfully concluded
  • Restrictions

  • Not suitable for pregnant women
  • Not suitable for people with severe physical conditions that prevent rescue maneuvers
  • Not suitable for people not comfortable in the ocean
  • Do not travel by plane within 24 hours of your last dive.
  • Do not interfere with or disturb animal life.
  • Important: No flying within 24 hours of your last dive.
  • Disclaimers

    • Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed
    • Activity subject to sea and weather conditions
    • Dive sites may change for safety reasons
    • Follow all instructions from the team
    • Inform staff of any medical conditions
    • Respect marine life and protected areas

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