Hands-on Lifesaving in Four Hours: PADI Emergency First Response

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Hands-on Lifesaving in Four Hours: PADI Emergency First Response

A focused, one-day (4-hour) PADI Emergency First Response workshop teaching CPR, First Aid and AED skills with mannequin practice and certification.

Hands-on Lifesaving in Four Hours: PADI Emergency First Response.

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Location
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Operator
Atlantis Diving Centre
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Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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This compact, 4-hour PADI Emergency First Response course teaches the practical skills and confidence to respond in an emergency: CPR, First Aid and defibrillation practice on an AED trainer, all learned through hands-on sessions with a mannequin. The course is delivered as two knowledge-development sessions plus practical practice, and requires no prior experience.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

LIFE-SAVING BASICS

Core CPR and First Aid

The course centers on Primary Care and Secondary Care skills—practical CPR and first-aid techniques you practice directly on a mannequin so you leave able to act decisively in an emergency.

DEFIBRILLATION

AED Trainer Practice

Training includes defibrillation practice on an AED trainer so participants gain hands‑on familiarity with automated external defibrillator procedures.

CERTIFICATION

Certification and Materials Included

On successful completion participants receive a PADI Emergency First Response certification card; the course price also covers the certification-card fee and the student manual.

What the day feels like

What the four hours feel like

The workshop unfolds as two knowledge-development sessions—watching the PADI Emergency First Response video and guided instruction—followed by hands-on practice: mannequin drills for CPR and first aid, then AED-trainer scenarios. The format is brisk and practical, designed to build procedural memory and credentialed readiness within a single 4-hour day.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this workshop suits — and who should reconsider.

1
Beginners & First-Time RespondersNo prior experience is required, making the course ideal for people new to emergency care who want a compact, credentialed training.
2
Community Volunteers & Workplace RespondersThose seeking a recognized, hands-on credential to respond professionally in emergencies will find the course appropriate and directly applicable.
3
Divers and Water-Activity StaffParticipants involved in water safety or dive operations benefit from concise, practical CPR/AED skills that supplement their safety toolkits.
4
Families and Individuals of All AgesThe course is presented as suitable for all ages with no prerequisite, so motivated family members and individuals can attend together.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Schedule

Duration is one day: a concentrated 4-hour session (two knowledge-development segments plus practical skills).

What to Bring

No special equipment is required; training materials such as the student manual and the certification-card fee are included in the price.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites to join; willingness to participate in hands-on practice is all that’s required.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the PADI Emergency First Response course?

The course runs one day and takes approximately 4 hours to complete.

Do I need prior medical or first-aid experience?

No prior experience is required; there are no prerequisites to join the course.

What topics and skills are covered?

Training covers Primary Care and Secondary Care (CPR and First Aid) as well as defibrillation practice on an AED trainer.

Will I receive a certification?

Yes — upon successful completion participants receive a PADI Emergency First Response certification card; the certification-card fee is included.

How is the training delivered?

The format includes two knowledge-development sessions (including the PADI EFR video) followed by hands-on practice on a mannequin and AED-trainer scenarios.

Is the student manual provided or do I need to buy materials?

The course price includes the student manual.