Emergency first response (efr) instructor course | orange county divers

Description

Teach Skills That Save Lives

Become certified to teach one of the world's most respected CPR and First Aid programs.

The Emergency First Response (EFR) Instructor Course prepares you to teach internationally recognized emergency care skills to divers and non-divers alike. Whether you're pursuing a career as a PADI Professional or simply want to become a certified CPR and First Aid Instructor, this course provides the knowledge, teaching techniques, and confidence to educate others in life-saving emergency care.

At Orange County Divers, you'll learn directly from experienced EFR Instructor Trainers who will prepare you to conduct engaging, hands-on CPR and First Aid courses using proven instructional methods.

Why Become an EFR Instructor?

CPR and First Aid are essential life skills that everyone should know.

As an Emergency First Response Instructor, you'll be qualified to teach:

• Primary Care (CPR)
• Secondary Care (First Aid)
• Emergency response procedures
• Injury assessment
• Patient care
• Scene management
• Confidence through hands-on practice
• Emergency preparedness

You'll also learn how to effectively organize, conduct, and evaluate Emergency First Response courses while creating a positive learning environment for your students.

Course Prerequisites

To enroll, you must:

• Be at least 18 years old
• Have completed Emergency First Response Primary and Secondary Care (CPR and First Aid) training within the previous 24 months (or qualifying CPR/First Aid certification)

If your CPR and First Aid certification has expired, Orange County Divers can help you complete or refresh it before your instructor training.

Why Take This Course?

Benefits include:

• Become certified to teach CPR and First Aid
• Gain valuable teaching experience
• Qualify for professional diving pathways
• Enhance your employment opportunities
• Teach both divers and non-divers
• Develop confidence as an instructor

The Emergency First Response Instructor rating is an important step toward becoming a PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor and is required for instructor candidates participating in the PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC).

What's Included

Your all-inclusive course includes:

• Choice of digital or printed instructor materials
• Emergency First Response Instructor Start-Up Pack
• Professional instruction
• Classroom workshops
• Hands-on teaching practice
• Course tuition

Not Included

Unless otherwise noted, the following are purchased separately:

• EFR Instructor certification processing fee
• Personal travel or lodging expenses

Course Schedule

Most Emergency First Response Instructor Courses are completed over two days, combining classroom presentations, practical teaching exercises, and instructor evaluations.

Why Train with Orange County Divers?

Orange County Divers is committed to developing confident instructors—not just certified ones.

Our experienced Instructor Trainers provide personalized coaching, practical teaching experience, and constructive feedback that prepares you to confidently teach CPR and First Aid courses immediately after certification.

Whether your goal is to become a PADI Professional, expand your instructional qualifications, or simply teach life-saving skills within your community, this course provides the foundation for success.

Continue Your Professional Journey

The Emergency First Response Instructor rating is an essential milestone for divers pursuing professional-level certifications and pairs perfectly with:

• PADI Divemaster
• Assistant Instructor
• Instructor Development Course (IDC)
• Open Water Scuba Instructor (OWSI)
• Master Scuba Diver Trainer (MSDT)

Begin teaching skills that truly make a difference and help others gain the confidence to respond when every second counts.