PADI Emergency First Response® (EFR®) Course

Learn Life-Saving Skills. Be Prepared for Real-Life Emergencies.

Emergencies can happen anywhere, at any time. Would you know how to respond?

The Emergency First Response (EFR) Primary Care (CPR) and Secondary Care (First Aid) Course provides practical training to help you recognize emergencies, provide appropriate assistance, and respond confidently until professional medical help arrives.

At Rui Diving Centre (RDC), we offer hands-on emergency response training for divers and non-divers alike, with instruction available in English and Mandarin Chinese.

Whether you're preparing for PADI Rescue Diver certification, advancing toward professional diving qualifications, or simply wanting to develop valuable everyday safety skills, EFR training is an excellent step toward becoming more prepared.

Why Choose Rui Diving Centre?

• Professional PADI Dive Centre with experienced instructors

• English and Mandarin Chinese instruction available

• Suitable for both divers and non-divers

• Practical, hands-on CPR and first aid training

• Realistic emergency response scenarios

• Small-group learning and personalized guidance

• Beginner-friendly training with no diving experience required

• Ideal preparation for PADI Rescue Diver and professional diving courses

• Training opportunities in Toronto and selected international destinations

What You'll Learn

Primary Care – CPR

Develop the skills to recognize and respond to life-threatening emergencies.

Training topics include:

• Scene safety and emergency assessment

• Primary assessment of an injured or ill person

• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)

• Managing serious bleeding

• Responding to shock

• Spinal injury considerations

• Emergency medical services activation

• Appropriate use of protective barriers

Secondary Care – First Aid

Learn to assist people with injuries or illnesses when immediate life-threatening conditions are not present.

Training topics include:

• Injury assessment

• Illness assessment

• Bandaging and splinting

• First aid for common injuries

• Monitoring and assisting an injured or ill person

• Providing care while awaiting professional medical assistance

Who Is This Course For?

• PADI Rescue Diver candidates

• Divemaster and scuba instructor candidates

• Recreational and technical divers

• Parents and family members

• Travelers and outdoor enthusiasts

• Sports and recreation participants

• Anyone interested in learning CPR and first aid

No scuba diving certification or previous first aid experience is required.

What's Included

• Official Emergency First Response (EFR) eLearning

• EFR Primary Care (CPR) training

• EFR Secondary Care (First Aid) training

• Professional EFR Instructor-led training

• Hands-on CPR and first aid skills practice

• Emergency response demonstrations and realistic scenarios

• Practical skills assessment and personalized feedback

• EFR course completion documentation upon successful completion of all requirements

Course Format

The course combines online eLearning with instructor-led practical training, allowing students to complete the knowledge development portion at their own pace before attending hands-on training.

No scuba diving certification or previous first aid experience is required.

Training is available in English and Mandarin Chinese, subject to scheduling.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to be a certified scuba diver?

No. EFR courses are open to divers and non-divers.

Is EFR required for PADI Rescue Diver?

PADI Rescue Diver candidates must have qualifying CPR and first aid training completed within the previous 24 months. EFR Primary Care and Secondary Care meet this training requirement.

Will I learn CPR?

Yes. CPR is a core component of EFR Primary Care training.

Is this course useful outside of scuba diving?

Absolutely. EFR teaches emergency response skills applicable to everyday situations, outdoor activities, travel, and recreational environments.

Is EFR the same as workplace first aid certification?

Not necessarily. Workplace first aid requirements vary by jurisdiction and employer. Students should confirm whether EFR training meets their specific workplace or regulatory requirements.

Is Chinese instruction available?

Yes. English and Mandarin Chinese instruction are available depending on scheduling.

Be Ready When It Matters Most

Learning CPR and first aid can help you respond more effectively when someone needs assistance.

Whether you're continuing your diving education or developing practical emergency response skills for everyday life, Rui Diving Centre is here to help.

Book your Emergency First Response Course today!

Rui Diving Centre (RDC)
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
www.ruidiving.com
diving@ruidiving.com

Course schedules, locations, training materials, and certification arrangements are subject to availability and Rui Diving Centre's official course policies.