SSI Diver Stress & Rescue Course

▸ Prerequisites

• Referral Diver (any entry-level scuba certification) or higher
• Must be a certified Open Water Diver prior to final certification
• Valid Oxygen Provider, First Aid, and CPR certification required prior to receiving your certification card (SSI React Right covers all three)

▸ Minimum Age & Who It's For

• Minimum age: 12 years old
• Any certified diver who wants to become a safer, more capable buddy — and a mandatory step towards SSI professional programmes

▸ Locations

• 🏫 Classroom/theory: Online via MySSI
• 🏊 Pool sessions: BCP Dolphin Leisure Centre, Poole (main pool + 3.8m diving pit)
• 🌊 Open water scenarios: Vobster Quay, Frome

✓ What's Included

• SSI digital learning materials via the SSI app
• 3 pool/confined water sessions including deep-water rescue scenarios in the diving pit
• 3 open water training dives with realistic rescue scenarios
• Pool entry (free for students)
• SSI Diver Stress & Rescue digital certification

✗ What's Not Included

• React Right certification — must be obtained before your certification card can be issued (book separately with us)
• Equipment hire — students are encouraged to use their own kit; hire available at extra cost
• Vobster Quay entry fee (£26 per day)
• Mask, snorkel and boots (must be purchased from Dorset Diving Services)
• Transport to/from venues

ⓘ Good to Know

• Maximum open water depth: 18 metres for all students
• Rescuing an unconscious diver skill: maximum depth 9 metres
• React Right must be valid (within 2 years) before your certification card is issued
• This is a mandatory prerequisite for SSI Dive Guide, Divemaster, and all instructor programmes
• A medical self-declaration form is required before in-water training begins