Reef Encounter | SSI Diver Stress and Rescue Course
Departure Times
Departure Point: Cairns Marlin Marina.
Pricing Options
Advance your diving education and enhance your safety skills by completing your Stress & Rescue Diver Course with Reef Encounter!
- Learn how to avoid, recognize and solve problems in and out of the water
- Experience the Great Barrier Reef on a 3 day, 2 night liveaboard vessel
- Complete a prerequisite First Aid and Oxygen Administration Course in Cairns
- Enjoy 6 training and recreational dives at various Outer Reef locations
- One of the best courses for divers eager to enhance their diving education
Overview
Join Reef Encounter and take the next step in your diving education by completing a speciality Stress & Rescue Diver Course on the brimming Great Barrier Reef! Begin your course by completing nationally recognised first aid and oxygen administration training in Cairns before hitting the open waters.
Engage in a combination of short academic classes and plenty of practical training at a variety of reef locations. Learn how to avoid, recognise and solve in-water problems, in addition to the skills required to handle panic and rescue situations from your highly-qualified instructor. With all training conducted on the Great Barrier Reef, dive scenarios are made realistic granting students valuable hands-on experience!
Highlights
- Earn your Stress & Rescue Diver Certification
- 6 included training and recreational dives
- All scuba diving equipment and course materials provided, including a Dive Computer and Divers Log Book
- Personalised tuition, with a maximum of 4 students to an instructor
- Chef prepared breakfasts, lunches and 2-course evening meals
- Ensuite cabins with twin or double beds available
- Large dining saloon, television area and outdoor hot tub
- Fully licensed bar onboard
- Reef tax, fuel levy & national park fees
SSI Diver Stress And Rescue Course covers:
- Stress In Diving: Causes And Prevention
- Detecting And Dealing With Stress
- Accident Management
- Skills Needed To Deal With Panic And Rescues
- Conditions That Complicate Rescues
Sample Itinerary
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Day 1:
10.30am: Snorkel session
1.30pm: 1st Confined water & skills session
3.30pm: 2nd Confined water & skills session
7.00pm: Fun Night Scuba Dive
After dinner: Review with your Instructor of the theory you have learnt through the SSI Online App and the new skills you have learnt today.
Day 2:
6.30am: 3rd Confined water & skills session
10.30am: 1st Open Water Training Dive
1.30pm: 2nd Open...
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Accommodation
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Staterooms
After sun-soaked days on the reef relax in Reef Encounter’s comfortable and air-conditioned Staterooms. Complete with scenic ocean views, an ensuite toilet and shower, and included towels and toiletries (soap, shampoo). Twin Share (x 2 Single Beds) and Private Double options are availa...
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Important Information
Course Pre-Requisites:
- Open Water Certification or higher from an accredited Dive Training Institution (PADI, SSI, RAID, NAUI, CMAS, BSAC or equivalent). Please bring your certification card with you for your live-aboard reef trip.
- You must hold current First Aid, CPR, and Oxygen Provider certifications from a recognised authority. These courses can be conducted at First Aid Academy in Cairns and takes a day to complete.
- Completion of online training prior to attending the course. Online access is only required to download the app – then you can use the app offline to complete all the pre-requisite theory training. This will be reviewed in the academic classes with your Scuba Instructor.
- It is law in Queensland that all scuba diving students get a medical check-up. Upon booking your course, you will be provided with information on how to get your medical check.
- The $520 fee for the Stress and Rescue Course is included in the advertised price, but is payable onboard directly to Reef Encounter.
What To Bring
Please bring an overnight bag with:
- Comfortable clothing and swimwear
- Warm clothes for the evening
- Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, marine safe sunscreen)
- Beach towel (shower towel provided)
- Toiletries
- Open Water Dive Certification Card
- Dive medical if required (ask us if you are not sure)
- Sun hat
- Seasickness medication (if required)
- Passport or Australian driver's licence
What's Included
- Earn your SSI Diver Stress and Rescue Course on a 3 day, 2 night liveaboard
- Twin Share Stateroom accommodation
- 6 training sessions
- All scuba diving equipment, including dive computer
- All course materials provided onboard
- Personalised tuition, maximum of 4 students to an instructor
- Chef prepared breakfast, lunch, and 2-course evening meal
- Ensuite cabins – twin or double beds available
- Towels provided
- Tea & coffee service
- Fresh fruit platter available all day
- Fully air-conditioned vessel
- Large dining saloon, television and games area, fully licensed bar and outdoor hot tub
- Reef tax, fuel levy & national park fees
What's Extra
- The $520 fee for the Stress and Rescue Course is included in the advertised price, but is payable onboard directly to Reef Encounter.
- Bar purchases onboard (No BYO)
- Night dives optional extra
- Additional nights aboard Reef Encounter (please enquire)
- Private Learn to Dive Course with our Top Deck Club including a Personal Instructor (please enquire)
Cancellations
20% cancellation fee for any cancellations made outside of 7 days prior to departure.
100% cancellation fee for cancellations made within 7 days of the departure date.
A refund in the event of cancellation is subject to both our Cancellation Policy and the terms of the supplier.
Terms and Conditions
Our Terms & Conditions apply to this experience. Please review them before booking.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a minimum age?
The minimum age is 12 years.
What is the maximum training depth we can go to?
18 m / 60 ft is the maximum depth on this course.
What are the course prerequisites?
An Open Water Diver certification is required. You must hold current First Aid, CPR, and Oxygen Provider certifications from a recognised authority. These courses can be conducted at First Aid Academy in Cairns and takes a day to complete.
How many dives will we do?
The 3-day course includes 6 dives, including 3 confined water sessions and 3 open water sessions.
Where and when is check in?
Please check in at Marlin Marina A Finger at 7.30 am boarding transfer vessel "Reef Experience".
