Emergency First Response Course – CPR & First Aid

Be prepared to act in an emergency with the Emergency First Response (EFR) Course. Whether for diving or everyday life, knowing CPR and first aid can make a real difference. This course builds confidence and practical skills to help you respond effectively in medical emergencies.
The EFR course is based on internationally recognised medical guidelines and meets the requirements for the PADI Rescue Diver course and all professional-level PADI ratings. Through a mix of eLearning, hands-on training, and realistic scenarios, you’ll learn simple steps to provide emergency care with confidence.

Key Details

Duration: Approx. 3-4 hours
Location: Chertsey, Surrey
Certification: Includes EFR e-card certification

Course Breakdown

The EFR course consists of two key components:

1)Emergency First Response – Primary Care (CPR)

Learn to respond to life-threatening emergencies, such as cardiac arrest, choking, and severe bleeding. This module includes:

How to assess an emergency situation
Providing high-quality CPR and rescue breaths
Using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
Managing shock and serious injuries
Handling unconscious but breathing casualties

2)Emergency First Response – Secondary Care (First Aid)

Covers injuries and illnesses that are not immediately life-threatening. This module includes:

Performing injury and illness assessments
Managing burns, fractures, and sprains
Dressing wounds and controlling bleeding
Handling possible spinal injuries
Applying first aid techniques in realistic scenarios

Both modules are taught with hands-on practice and realistic simulations, ensuring you feel confident and prepared to act in an emergency.

Location

The course takes place in Chertsey, at a premier PADI dive school. Our purpose-built facility provides an ideal learning environment with expert instructors and high-quality training materials.

Prerequisites

No prior experience needed – this course is open to divers and non-divers
Suitable for anyone who wants to learn CPR and first aid skills
Recommended for those taking the PADI Rescue Diver course or progressing to professional-level diving certifications

Why Choose Us?

We are the UK’s leading PADI 5-Star Career Development Centre, offering top-quality training with experienced instructors. Here’s why students choose us:

Expert instructors with real-world first aid experience
Small class sizes for personalised learning
Hands-on training with realistic emergency scenarios
Recognised EFR certification valid for PADI Rescue Diver and beyond
State-of-the-art training facility in Chertsey

Book Your EFR Course Today!

Be prepared for emergencies—whether underwater or in everyday life. Book your EFR course now and gain essential CPR and first aid skills. Spaces fill up fast, so reserve your place today!

EFR online theory for home study before the course
Hands-on training in CPR & first aid with expert instructors
Use of all necessary first aid equipment
Realistic life-saving scenarios for practical experience
EFR e-card certification upon successful completion

Personal transport to the training location
Additional first aid materials (if you want extra practice kits)

This course is for divers and non-divers who want to learn essential CPR and first aid skills. It’s also a requirement for the PADI Rescue Diver course.

No prior experience is needed—anyone can take this course. It’s designed for beginners and those who want to refresh their first aid skills.

The EFR course takes approximately 3-4 hours and includes theory, hands-on practice, and realistic emergency scenarios.

The course includes Primary Care (CPR) for life-threatening emergencies and Secondary Care (First Aid) for injuries and illnesses.

No! While the course meets the PADI Rescue Diver requirements, it’s suitable for anyone who wants CPR and first aid training for general use.

EFR certification is valid for 2 years. After that, you’ll need to take a refresher course to stay certified.

Welcome. We are is the capital’s premier PADI dive school and the only London dive centre to be equipped with a purpose built heated scuba pool. We are a PADI 5* Career Development Centre and conduct all scuba diving courses from Try Dives to Instructor level courses. Whether it is taking your first breaths underwater, refreshing and expanding your diving knowledge or moving up the ranks to becoming a dive professional, our highly qualified instructors are able to guide and help you every step of the way.