Welcome to Dive Utah's Rescue Diver Class! This orientation is very important in making sure you are aware of all the details of the class ahead of time. Please be sure to read all the sections of this immediately and call the shop if you have any questions.

1. ADMINSTRATIVE
The following items must be filled out by each person during the classroom portion of the class

• Safe Diving Statement of Understanding
• Liability Release
• Medical Statement - all questions are designed to be answered with a NO response - (a YES response doesn't necessarily preclude you from diving, it only means you need to get a doctor's OK before any in-water activities - We have a medical form for you. It is also located on our website).
• Anyone under the age of 18 must also have a parent or guardian sign all of the forms.

We recommend you fill out the Medical Statement ASAP in case you need a doctor's OK.

To participate in the Rescue Diver Class you must be certified as a PADI Advanced Open Water Diver or have a qualifying certification from another training organization.

2. COURSE FEES
The fees that you paid for this course covers pool fees, administration costs, and certification card upon completion. Not included are the costs of rental equipment, books or any costs associated with Open Water Training such as gas, food, lodging, etc. Some Open Water sites have entry fees that are not included. (The Crater and Seabase) Dive Utah reserves the right to charge a make-up fee for no-shows and last minute cancellations of up to $20 for class/pool sessions and up to $40 for Open Water dives.

Course fees may be paid by cash, check or credit card. ALL fees must be completely paid prior to attending the Open Water Training.

3. CLASS SCHEDULE
The class entails one session at the dive shop to do the class/pool portions of the class, then one or two days of open water training at one of our local dive sites.

The class/pool session can be scheduled any Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday evening prior to the open water dives. To schedule Open Water dives, call the shop for a list of dates.

Dive Utah reserves the right to charge a make-up fee for no-shows and last minute cancellations of up to $20 for class/pool sessions and up to $40 for Open Water dives.

4. FIRST AID AND CPR CERTIFICATION
Students need to have completed a recognized First Aid and CPR certification class within the last 2 years BEFORE starting the class.

Emergency First Response (EFR) training is available at Dive Utah and a discount is given if you are learning in conjunction with our Rescue Diver class. See our staff for more details.

5. COURSE STRUCTURE

A. Academics

• It is very important to learn the background and theory for rescue training. You will need your own copy of the most current edition of the PADI Rescue Diver manual. At the end of each chapter is a fill in the blank Knowledge Review. These need to be answered prior to the class/pool session.
• Knowledge Reviews will be collected when you come to the class/pool session.
• To assess your knowledge from the reviews, a 50 question multiple choice exam will be taken during the class/pool session. 75% correct is required to pass.
• Please be sure to bring a pen or pencil and notebook or paper to class.
• All classroom work and the exam must be finished BEFORE the Open Water portion.
• An Emergency Assistance Plan must be completed for the location of the Open Water training

B. Confined Water training

• There is a pool session where we preview some of the skills needed for rescue training. We usually do this on the night you come to take care of your paperwork. If all pool exercises are completed, the Open Water portion can be conducted in 1 day. If exercises need to be done at the Open Water site, then that part of the training will take 2 days.
• Confined Water training takes place in our warm, onsite pool. Bring a swimsuit and a towel.
• If you answered YES on any question on the Medical Statement, you'll need to obtain your doctors approval BEFORE any pool training.

C. Open Water Training

• Open Water training consists of 4 "dives" made over a 1-2 day period. Some "dives" consist of surface skills.
• If all pool exercises are completed, the Open Water portion can be conducted in 1 day. If exercises need to be done at the Open Water, then it will take 2 days.
• You will need to bring a LOGBOOK to record your dives and 2 passport-sized pictures for your certification card.
• The Crater and Seabase are 2 sites we sometimes use. They have entry fees that are not included in the class price.
  
  

6. EQUIPMENT

• Equipment rental is available from Dive Utah. You must have your own personal equipment - mask, snorkel, fins, and boots.
• As a student of DIVE UTAH, we are pleased to offer you a discount of 10% on any equipment purchases made while you are a student in class with the exception of some packages. You can also try equipment in the pool before you buy it. See our professional staff for assistance in selecting the right equipment for you.

7. CERTIFICATION

• Upon successful completion of all parts of this course, you will be issued a PADI Rescue Diver certification. This prestigious credential will give you added confidence as a diver. It is also a prerequisite for continuing on to Divemaster and Master Scuba Diver.

Thank you for choosing Dive Utah! It is our goal that diving becomes your passion, as it is ours. If you have any questions or there is anything we can do to assist you, please let us know.

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