Rescue Diver Course — Practical Rescue Training Off Busselton’s Shore

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Rescue Diver Course — Practical Rescue Training Off Busselton’s Shore

A focused, two-day specialty course that teaches practical rescue techniques and in-water scenario training to build confidence and make you a more capable dive buddy.

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Rescue Diver Course — Practical Rescue Training Off Busselton’s Shore.

Duration
2 days
Location
Busselton
Operator
Swan Dive
Category
Scuba
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Join an action-packed specialty course run from Swan Dive in Busselton that focuses on preventing diver stress by teaching vital rescue techniques through theory and real-life scenarios, with practical diving on the HMAS Swan.

Highlights

Course Highlights

THE SKILL

Become a better dive buddy

The course is built to develop dive knowledge and confidence so you can better recognize and manage stress in the water and support your buddy when it matters most.

THE PRACTICE

Real-life scenario practicals

Expect hands-on scenario training that simulates common in-water problems so you can rehearse responses in a controlled setting.

THE CLASS

Small groups for personalized feedback

Instruction happens in small teams so instructors can give focused, individualized feedback as you refine rescue techniques.

What the day feels like

How the course feels

The Rescue Diver Course moves from focused classroom theory to hands‑on exercises, then into practical dives on the HMAS Swan where scenarios are enacted and skills are applied under instructor supervision — a compact, action‑oriented two‑day format designed to raise competence and confidence.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this course is for — and who should think twice.

1
Diving partners and buddiesIdeal for dive buddies who want practical training to better recognize and manage diver stress and emergencies; the course emphasizes skills that improve team safety.
2
Divers meeting health and age requirementsSuited to participants who can meet health requirements (including a GP‑signed medical form if applicable) and any age‑related consent rules.
3
Serious learnersA good match for divers who want focused, practical instruction in a small‑group setting to receive personalized feedback.
4
Casual snorkelers or non‑diversNot ideal for non‑divers or those seeking a relaxed beach outing — the course is an active, skills‑based diving program over two days with practical in‑water training.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & meeting point

The course runs over two days; participants meet at Swan Dive on the Busselton Foreshore (arrival commonly from 7:30am as per the daily itinerary).

What to bring

Bring any personal dive gear you wish to use, bathers, towel, warm clothes, hat, sunscreen, water bottle, lunch and snacks; bring a GP‑signed medical form if applicable and ensure liability forms for participants under 18 are completed.

Group size & attention

Courses run in small groups to allow personalized feedback and hands‑on practice.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long does the Rescue Diver Course take?

The course is conducted over two days.

Where do we meet for the course?

Meet at Swan Dive on the Busselton Foreshore.

What is the daily flow of the course?

Typical flow: arrive and meet the instructor (around 7:30am), cover theory and set up gear, then head out for two practical dives at the HMAS Swan.

How large are the course groups?

Training is run in small groups to provide personalised feedback.

What should I bring and are there medical or consent requirements?

Bring any dive gear you wish to use, bathers, towel, warm clothes, hat, sunscreen, water bottle, lunch and snacks. A GP‑signed medical form may be required if applicable, and participants under 18 must have liability forms signed by a parent or guardian.