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Emergency First Response (EFR)

BEGINNER

DAHAB, EG

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION OF DIVING INSTRUCTORS (PADI)

Number of sessions : 1 Sessions

SlyDive

Spoken Language:

English

+3

Adults

$175incl. VAT

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Emergency First Response (EFR)

Overview

Learn essential first aid and CPR skills to confidently respond to emergencies, both in and out of the water. The EFR course focuses on practical, hands-on training in primary and secondary care, giving you the skills and confidence to help when it matters most.

Description

The Emergency First Response (EFR) course is a practical first aid and CPR program designed to give you the knowledge, skills, and confidence to respond effectively to medical emergencies. Through a combination of theory, demonstrations, and hands-on practice, you will learn how to recognize and respond to life-threatening situations, provide CPR, use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and deliver first aid for injuries and illnesses that may require immediate care. The course covers both Primary Care (CPR & life-threatening emergencies) and Secondary Care (first aid for non-life-threatening conditions). You will practice essential skills in a supportive and realistic environment, helping you feel prepared to take action when professional medical assistance is not immediately available. EFR is suitable for divers and non-divers alike and is an important step for anyone who wants to improve their emergency response skills. For scuba divers, the course is also an important prerequisite for the PADI Rescue Diver course. Whether you're preparing for your next diving certification or simply want valuable skills that can be used in everyday life, Emergency First Response gives you the confidence to respond calmly and effectively when someone needs help.

Closest Starting date is the 2nd September 2026

15

Minimum Age

Prerequisites

None

What's included

Theory Classes

Course Material

Certificate

Sessions

Day 1: Emergency First Response (EFR)

The Emergency First Response course provides practical training in CPR and first aid, giving you the skills and confidence to respond to emergencies both in and out of the water. What You’ll Learn: 1-Primary Care: CPR and life-threatening emergencies 2-Secondary Care: First aid for non-life-threatening injuries and illnesses 3-Adult, child, and infant CPR 4-AED (Automated External Defibrillator) awareness and use 5-Choking response 6-Management of severe bleeding and shock 7-Basic first aid techniques 8-Recognizing and responding to medical emergencies 9-Hands-on practice with realistic emergency scenarios The course is highly practical, with instructor demonstrations and hands-on training to help you feel confident and prepared to assist in an emergency.

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Emergency First Response

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BEGINNER

In the Emergency First Response (EFR) course by PADI, training is divided into Primary Care (CPR) and Secondary Care (First Aid). Primary Care (CPR) prepares you to handle life-threatening emergencies. You learn to assess the situation, provide rescue breathing, perform CPR, manage choking incidents, control severe bleeding, treat shock, and care for possible spinal injuries. The focus is on sustaining life until professional medical help arrives. Secondary Care (First Aid) focuses on non-life-threatening conditions where medical assistance may be delayed. You practice patient assessments and learn to care for injuries such as cuts, sprains, burns, or illnesses. Skills include proper bandaging, splinting, and providing comfort while monitoring the patient’s condition. Together, these two areas give you a complete set of emergency response skills—ensuring that you can act confidently in both critical and everyday situations. The course emphasizes hands-on practice and simple step-by-step techniques, helping you build the confidence to respond quickly and effectively. Whether you are a diver preparing for higher-level training or someone who simply wants to be ready in case of emergencies, the EFR course provides essential, internationally recognized CPR and first aid skills that can make a real difference.

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The PADI Open Water Diver course is the world’s most popular scuba certification program. It teaches the basics of scuba diving through: • Knowledge development (theory and safety), • Confined water dives (in a pool or pool-like conditions), • Open water dives (in the sea or a lake). After successful completion, you’ll be certified to dive up to 18 meters (60 feet) with a buddy, anywhere in the world. The course typically takes 3–4 days and is the first step toward becoming a certified diver.

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INTERMEDIATE

Exploring the depths and breathing in the depths is something very special. You can see many marine animals associated only with the depths, with their different colors and marine nature. You will see and understand the reasons for the disappearance of colors in the depths and you will learn about all the equipment that you must use in deep diving.

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Emergency First Response

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BEGINNER

In the Emergency First Response (EFR) course by PADI, training is divided into Primary Care (CPR) and Secondary Care (First Aid). Primary Care (CPR) prepares you to handle life-threatening emergencies. You learn to assess the situation, provide rescue breathing, perform CPR, manage choking incidents, control severe bleeding, treat shock, and care for possible spinal injuries. The focus is on sustaining life until professional medical help arrives. Secondary Care (First Aid) focuses on non-life-threatening conditions where medical assistance may be delayed. You practice patient assessments and learn to care for injuries such as cuts, sprains, burns, or illnesses. Skills include proper bandaging, splinting, and providing comfort while monitoring the patient’s condition. Together, these two areas give you a complete set of emergency response skills—ensuring that you can act confidently in both critical and everyday situations. The course emphasizes hands-on practice and simple step-by-step techniques, helping you build the confidence to respond quickly and effectively. Whether you are a diver preparing for higher-level training or someone who simply wants to be ready in case of emergencies, the EFR course provides essential, internationally recognized CPR and first aid skills that can make a real difference.

BEGINNER

The PADI Open Water Diver course is the world’s most popular scuba certification program. It teaches the basics of scuba diving through: • Knowledge development (theory and safety), • Confined water dives (in a pool or pool-like conditions), • Open water dives (in the sea or a lake). After successful completion, you’ll be certified to dive up to 18 meters (60 feet) with a buddy, anywhere in the world. The course typically takes 3–4 days and is the first step toward becoming a certified diver.