Emergency First Response (EFR) Course
The Emergency First Response (EFR) course is a comprehensive first aid and CPR training program designed to equip you with the skills and confidence to respond effectively in medical emergencies.
This course is suitable for both divers and non-divers and focuses on real-life emergency scenarios.
Course Objectives:
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Provide Primary Care (CPR) in life-threatening emergencies
- Deliver Secondary Care (First Aid) for injuries and illnesses
- Assess emergency situations and respond calmly and effectively
- Use emergency equipment such as AED (Automated External Defibrillator)
- Care for both adults, children, and infants
Course Content:
1. Knowledge Development
Understanding emergency response principles
Scene assessment and personal safety
Emergency action steps
2. Practical Training
Hands-on practice using mannequins and real-life simulations, including:
- CPR techniques (adult, child, infant)
- Rescue breathing
- Use of AED
- Managing choking (conscious & unconscious)
- Handling bleeding, shock, and injuries
Key Skills Covered
- Scene assessment and emergency planning
- Performing high-quality CPR
- Using an AED safely and effectively
- Providing first aid for common injuries
- Managing spinal injuries and shock
Course Duration
Typically, 1 day (can be extended depending on schedule), including:
Theory + practical hands-on training
Certification Benefits
After completing the course, you will:
- Gain internationally recognized EFR certification
- Be able to respond confidently to emergencies
- Meet a key prerequisite for the PADI Rescue Diver course
The EFR course is an essential life skill program that empowers you to act when it matters most.
It is not just for divers it’s for anyone who wants to be prepared to save a life.
Looking for More Challenges?
Continue your training with the PADI Rescue Diver course and apply your emergency response skills in real diving scenarios.