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Emergency First Response (EFR)

Gain the knowledge and skills to respond confidently during emergencies with practical CPR and first aid training. Learn essential first aid and CPR skills to respond confidently in emergency situations. The EFR course provides practical training in primary care, secondary care, and emergency response techniques, helping you become prepared to assist others both in and out of the water.

Half dayDuration
Max depth
15 yearsMin age
Dives
Half dayDuration
Max depth
15 yearsMin age
Dives
12

Overview

The Emergency First Response (EFR) Course teaches essential CPR and first aid skills designed to prepare you for real-life emergency situations. Through practical, hands-on training, you will learn how to recognize emergencies, provide immediate care, and respond with confidence when someone needs help. Whether for diving, everyday life, or personal development, EFR gives you the knowledge and skills to act quickly, safely, and effectively when it matters most.

The Emergency First Response (EFR) Course is open to everyone and does not require previous medical experience. The training is designed to be simple, practical, and easy to follow, giving you the confidence to provide care during an emergency situation until professional help arrives.

Is this course right for you?

Good fit if you…

  • Divers who want essential emergency response skills
  • Anyone interested in learning CPR and first aid
  • Families, travelers, and active individuals
  • Professionals who need basic emergency care training
  • People who want more confidence in handling unexpected situations
  • Anyone looking for practical life-saving skills

Not this course if you…

  • People looking for advanced medical or professional healthcare training
  • Anyone unwilling to participate in practical hands-on exercises
  • Individuals who are not ready to learn emergency response procedures

What you'll do

over Half day. Deep and navigation dives are mandatory — you choose the remaining from the PADI adventure dive list.

  • Introduction to Emergency First Response principles
  • Primary Care (CPR) skills and emergency response techniques
  • Secondary Care (first aid) procedures
  • Practice scenarios and hands-on exercises
  • Review of skills and final assessment
  • Course completion and certification

What's included

Included

  • Professional instructor guidance
  • EFR course materials and learning resources
  • Hands-on practice sessions
  • Emergency response scenarios
  • Certification processing

Not included

    Prerequisites

    To take this course you need:

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    Certification

    None required

    Minimum age

    15 years old

    Your instructor

    You'll be assigned to one of our qualified instructors based on availability and language preference. All SlyDive instructors are PADI MSDT or above.

    €150

    per person

    + €0 PADI certification fee
    DurationHalf day
    Dives
    Max depth
    Min age15 years
    EquipmentFull gear included
    TransportHotel pick-up included
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