The Emergency First Response Primary & Secondary Care course is a first aid and CPR training program designed to teach essential emergency response skills. Developed within the training system of Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI), this course provides the knowledge and practical skills needed to recognize and respond to medical emergencies.
With Underwater Academy Europe, students learn how to respond quickly and effectively in emergency situations through practical exercises and realistic training scenarios.
This course is valuable not only for divers but also for anyone who wants to gain essential first aid and emergency response skills that can be applied in everyday life.
Course Overview
The PADI Emergency First Response Primary & Secondary Care course teaches the essential techniques needed to assist someone during a medical emergency.
The program is divided into two main parts.
Primary Care (CPR)
Training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and the management of life-threatening emergencies.
Secondary Care (First Aid)
Training focused on treating injuries or illnesses that are not immediately life-threatening.
The program organized by Underwater Academy includes practical sessions and realistic simulations to help students develop confidence and effective response skills.
Course Requirements
To participate in the course with Underwater Academy, no prior experience or certifications are required.
Minimum Age
There is no strict minimum age requirement. The course is suitable for both adults and young participants.
Required Certification
No scuba diving certification required.
Experience Required
No previous first aid experience is necessary.
What the Course Includes
The Emergency First Response course with Underwater Academy generally includes:
- Emergency First Response learning materials
- theoretical and practical training sessions
- CPR practice using training manikins
- realistic emergency scenario simulations
- Emergency First Response certification
The course is designed to be practical, clear, and easy to understand.
Skills You Will Learn
During the course with Underwater Academy, students learn essential first aid techniques.
These include:
- cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
- use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
- care for an unconscious person
- treatment of wounds and bleeding
- management of shock and injuries
- evaluation of the victim’s condition
These skills are useful both in diving activities and in everyday life.
Course Locations
Courses organized by Underwater Academy Europe are conducted in classrooms or dedicated training environments.
Main training locations include:
📍 Malta
📍 Italy
Training sessions are conducted using professional first aid training equipment.
Why Choose Underwater Academy
With Underwater Academy, you can learn first aid techniques in a professional training environment with qualified instructors.
Our courses stand out for:
- practical and realistic training
- experienced instructors
- emergency response simulations
- clear and progressive learning methods
The goal is to help students respond confidently and effectively in emergency situations.
Book Your Course
Would you like to learn first aid skills with Underwater Academy?
👉 Book your course
👉 Request more information
👉 Contact our instructors
Our team will help you choose the next available training date.
FAQs
No. The course is open to anyone who wants to learn first aid and CPR skills.
The course can usually be completed in one day of training
Yes. The course includes training in the use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
The certification does not technically expire, but it is recommended to refresh the training every 24 months.
Yes. The first aid and CPR skills learned during the course can be applied in many real-life emergency situations.
Continue Your Diving Education
Related Courses
After completing the Emergency First Response course with Underwater Academy, you can continue your diving education with advanced diving programs.
PADI Rescue Diver
The Rescue Diver course teaches divers how to prevent and manage diving emergencies.
This course requires Emergency First Response certification.
PADI Divemaster
The first professional level in the PADI ( Professional Association of Diving Instructors ) training system.
Ideal for divers who want to turn their passion into a professional career.
PADI Oxygen Provider
This course teaches how to provide emergency oxygen in case of diving accidents.
PADI Care for Children
A specialized program focused on emergency care for children.