Large purpose built and friendly dive shop centrally located in the heart of Koh Tao with a private pier.

Course duration: 3 days
Pre-requisite: 12 years old. PADI Advanced Open Water license or equivalent from other diving organization.
Price: Rescue=9000, EFR=3200 Inc. 3 nights budget accom.

The Rescue and EFR are two separate courses that are conducted together. The EFR is a CPR and first aid certification which is recognized all around the world. The Rescue course is a great confidence builder and probably one of the most fun and challenging PADI courses. Looking at theory on how accidents and emergencies happen, problem management and prevention. Learning different rescue techniques, including panic divers, self rescue techniques, searching procedures, unconscious divers and marine injury management. A very rewarding course that gives you dive leadership skills.

The EFR course is a classroom /practical course watching videos and realistic practical session covering CPR, first aid treatment, bandaging, Injury assessments, spinal injury management, marine life injury treatments.

The PADI Rescue course is split into 3 areas:

1. Classroom theory sessions.
2. Practical training exercises. This is where you will learn and practice all of the techniques needed to conduct successful and efficient rescues.
3. Scenarios. Your Instructor will set up realistic rescue scenarios for you to deal with. Including underwater searches and responding to multiple emergencies at the same time.

Sample schedule:

• Day 1- EFR 13.30- 17.00
• Day 2- 08.30 Rescue classroom session 2.5 hours 12.30 Practical training exercises
• Day 3- 08.30 Classroom session 2.5 hours 12.30 Scenarios