Emergency First Response Course

Emergency First Response Course

This internationally recognized course focuses on building confidence in lay rescuers.

Accidents can happen anywhere, not just underwater. The Emergency First Response (EFR) course is a comprehensive, hands-on first aid and CPR program that gives you the skills and confidence to respond effectively in medical emergencies. This internationally recognized course focuses on building confidence in lay rescuers and increasing your willingness to act when faced with a medical crisis.
  • Duration: ~1 day
  • Cost: US$100 (plus tax)

This course is for absolutely everyone—both divers and non-divers alike! There is no minimum dive certification required, and anyone of any age can participate. It is a mandatory prerequisite for anyone looking to step up to the Rescue Diver certification, and it is highly recommended for parents, boat captains, teachers, or anyone who wants to be prepared to save a life.

The Emergency First Response course is an active, practical, classroom-based course that involves no diving. We send you your E-Learning or physical study materials ahead of time so you can review the theory comfortably before arriving, leaving your day at the shop completely open for hands-on practice.
A typical course covers:
  • Primary Care (CPR): Learning how to assess life-threatening emergencies, perform CPR, manage severe bleeding, handle spinal injuries, and utilize an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
  • Secondary Care (First Aid): Learning how to assess injuries and illnesses, apply bandages, and split fractured bones.
  • Scenario Practice: Realistic hands-on practice with specialized training mannequins to build muscle memory.

The course fee of US$100 (+ tax) is fully inclusive. It covers all E-Learning or physical participant materials, the use of all medical training equipment (mannequins, bandages, AED trainers), and your official, internationally recognized Emergency First Response completion card valid for 2 years.

Once certified, you will have the lifesaving skills needed to provide primary and secondary care to someone in need until professional emergency medical services arrive. EFR certifications meet the CPR and first aid requirements for workplaces worldwide and serve as a critical safety baseline for any outdoor adventurer.

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