This 4-day course is designed to provide students with both a theoretical and practical knowledge of swift water rescue. The course begins with classroom instruction followed by an immersive hands-on training. Hydrology and water hazards, pre-planning, swimming techniques, conditional rescues, introduction to paddle boat handling, tethered boat operations, basic rope systems, night operations, and realistic scenarios. Prior to attending this course, students should have medium to strong swimming abilities. Due to the strenuous nature of search and rescue activities, students should secure a professional evaluation of their physical condition prior to enrolling in these courses. Students must bring appropriate dry suit/PPE, PFD, and helmet. Due to the intensive nature of this course, enrollment is limited to 12 students to maintain a 6:1 instructor ratio.