Stress & Rescue

Minimum age

• 12 years old

Certification

• SSI Open Water Diver or equivalent.

Health

• Completing a medical questionnaire is mandatory for all diving courses to ensure your fitness for advanced diving activities. You are required to consult a physician and obtain medical clearance before participating.

Medical Questionnaire

Course Highlights

• Professional training from experienced SSI-certified instructors.
• Theory sessions on stress management and rescue techniques.
• Hands-on rescue exercises in confined and open water.
• SSI Stress and Rescue certification upon completion.
• Optional CPR and First Aid training through the SSI React Right Course.
• High-quality scuba equipment for all sessions.
• 6 months access to Online learning materials

Insurance

• Your course includes basic accident insurance.
• While Koh Tao Divers provides basic accident insurance for incidents that occur during our dive trips (valid for 30 days), it’s important to note that this coverage has limitations compared to plans like those offered by Dive Assure

Insurance

• The course includes basic accident insurance provided by Koh Tao Divers, covering accidents during our dive trips (valid for 30 days). However, it's important to note that this insurance does not cover everything - evacuation costs are not included, and the coverage is limited compared to broader plans like those offered by Dive Assure.
• 🛡️ We strongly recommend obtaining comprehensive dive insurance before the course starts.

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Day 1

Morning

Theory and Stress Awareness

• Learn the psychology of stress in diving and how to recognize early signs in yourself and others.
• Understand emergency protocols and the steps for effective rescue planning.

Afternoon

Confined Water Training

• Practice essential rescue skills, including assisting panicked divers, surface rescues, and self-rescue techniques.

Day 2

Open Water Scenarios

• Apply your skills in realistic open water rescue scenarios.
• Focus on problem-solving, teamwork, and staying calm in challenging situations.

Insurance information for Koh Tao Divers Customers

While Koh Tao Divers provides basic accident insurance for incidents that occur during our dive trips (valid for 30 days), it's important to note that this coverage has limitations compared to plans like those offered by Dive Assure. Insurance is not included for technical diving or professional courses.
We highly recommend obtaining comprehensive dive insurance.

👉 Buy comprehensive dive insurance from DiveAssure

Included Insurance for Koh Tao Divers Customers

Your included basic insurance provides

1. Accident Coverage

   • Up to 1,000,000 THB for loss of life, dismemberment, loss of sight, or permanent disability.

2. Medical Expenses

   • Coverage of up to 500,000 THB per person for each accident, including hyperbaric chamber treatments for diving accidents.

3. Exclusions

   • Evacuation costs are not included.

4. Reimbursement Process

   • Patients must pay treatment costs upfront, and the insurance company will reimburse within 2-3 weeks.

Why choose a more comprehensive insurance?

For greater protection, including evacuation costs, we recommend comprehensive dive insurance. Plans like those from Dive Assure start at €70/year for most EU citizens and provide additional benefits, including:

• Emergency evacuations
• Trip cancellations
• Extensive medical coverage

Having comprehensive insurance ensures you're fully covered, especially if you're planning multiple dives or engaging in technical diving. Contact us for advice on choosing the best insurance option for your diving

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