Emergency First Response (EFR) Course in Zakynthos

• PADI Rescue Diver Theory & Final Exam: Access to self-study PADI Rescue Diver manual/video, 4 hours of classroom theory instruction, and final exam evaluation.
• Instructor Guidance: Direct supervision and professional instruction from a certified PADI Instructor across all pool and open water rescue exercises.
• Pool Skills Training: 1 confined pool session focusing on victim assistance techniques at the surface and underwater.
• 4 Open Water Training Dives: 2 days of ocean training covering 10 practical rescue exercises (tired diver, panicked diver, underwater rescue, missing diver search, surfacing and exiting an unconscious diver, pressure-related first aid, and shore/boat emergency response).
• Final Open Water Rescue Exam: Comprehensive open-water emergency scenario evaluation.

Phase 1: Self-Study & Manual Preparation (Prior to Day 1)

• Review the Emergency First Response participant manual and complete the independent study knowledge reviews.

Day 1: Primary Care (CPR) & Emergency Life Support

• 09:00 AM – Orientation & Scene Assessment Briefing
  Meet at Divers Paradise for course registration, self-study review, and introduction to emergency care principles and primary assessment.
• 10:00 AM – Hands-On CPR & Life Support Workshops
  Practice cycle of care, chest compressions, rescue breathing, and airway management using CPR manikins.
• 11:30 AM – AED & Serious Bleeding / Shock Management
  Hands-on training with AED trainer units, managing severe bleeding, spinal injury management, and treating shock.
• 01:00 PM – Day 1 Debriefing & Wrap-Up

Day 2: Secondary Care (First Aid), Practical Scenarios & Certification

• 09:00 AM – First Aid & Injury Assessment Workshops
  Practice secondary assessment protocols, illness evaluation, bandaging wounds, and applying splints for dislocations or fractures.
• 10:30 AM – Emergency Scenario Practice & Evaluation
  Participate in real-world simulated emergency scenarios combining primary and secondary care response techniques.
• 12:00 PM – Exam Review & Certification Processing
  Complete the EFR final knowledge check, process your official Emergency First Response certification, and finalize paperwork.

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Suitable for divers with Advanced Open Water Diver (or hold a qualifying certification from another agency) age 16 years old or older. If you haven’t dived in over 12 months, a quick "Scuba Review" or Refresher session is required for your safety.

Not suitable for pregnant women or anyone that has a history of certain medical conditions (especially those affecting the respiratory, circulatory, or nervous systems—e.g., severe asthma, epilepsy, recent major surgery, or heart conditions)

A completed Medical Statement is required. If any "Yes" answers are marked, a physician's written clearance is mandatory.

Life happens so we keep cancellations simple. Enjoy free cancellation for 14 days from the time of booking or find an equally qualified suitable replacement up to 30 days prior to diving.