Emergency First Response Instructor Course
Delivered by Ed Bosworth – Professional Diver Training
In partnership with Go2Similan Diving, Khao Lak
First Aid & CPR Instructor Training in Thailand
The Emergency First Response (EFR) Instructor Course trains you to teach first aid, CPR, and emergency care to divers and non-divers alike.
This professional-level course is a required step for many PADI Instructor pathways. It is ideal for dive professionals, educators, and people working in active environments.
Training takes place in Khao Lak, Thailand, and follows current PADI and Emergency First Response standards.
Duration
The EFR Instructor Course typically takes:
1 day
Can be extended with additional practice if desired.
Pricing
EFR Instructor Course – 10,000 THB
(included at no extra charge in every IDC package)
Includes:
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Full EFR Instructor training
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Classroom modules
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Skill demonstrations
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Teaching simulations
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Digital support materials
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Lunch during training
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Certification processing (excludes PADI application fees)
Excludes:
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EFR Instructor application fee (paid to PADI)
What Is Emergency First Response?
Emergency First Response is a first aid and CPR training system. It is recognized internationally.
EFR courses focus on:
- Primary Care (life-threatening emergencies)
- Secondary Care (injury and illness management)
- Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use
- Scene safety and patient assessment
EFR programs are used worldwide across dive centres, resorts, and professional training environments.
Who Is the EFR Instructor Course For?
This course is suitable for:
- PADI Rescue Divers
- Divemasters and dive professionals
- PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor candidates
- Scuba instructors and teaching professionals
- Medical and emergency response personnel
- Anyone planning to teach first aid and CPR courses
No prior teaching experience is required.
What You Will Learn
The EFR Instructor Course focuses on performance-based teaching, not theory alone.
Training includes:
- Scene assessment and primary assessment
- Shock management and rescue breathing
- Control of bleeding and splinting techniques
- Injury assessment and spinal injury awareness
- AED training and oxygen use
- Teaching scenario-based learning
- Managing practical sessions and student evaluation
You will learn how to run confident, safe, and engaging first aid classes.
Care for Children Instructor Option
The EFR Care for Children Instructor rating can be added during training.
This allows you to teach:
- Child-specific first aid skills
- CPR for infants and children
- Emergency response in youth environments
It is ideal for instructors working with families, schools, or youth programs.
How This Fits into PADI Instructor Training
The EFR Instructor rating is required before:
- PADI Instructor Examination (IE)
- Many Instructor Development Courses
- Teaching PADI Rescue Diver programs
It is an essential part of becoming a complete and employable Scuba Instructor.
Learning Environment & Teaching Style
Training uses:
- Interactive knowledge development
- Practical teaching assignments
- Hands-on scenarios
- Performance-based evaluation
You will practice teaching real students in realistic emergency scenarios, not just classroom theory.
Training Location – Khao Lak, Thailand
Khao Lak offers a calm and focused environment for professional training.
- Easy access for regional travel
- Strong dive centre infrastructure
- Year-round training conditions
- Part of the PADI Asia Pacific region
Instructor & Course Leadership
Ed Bosworth teaches the course. He is an experienced dive and technical instructor. He has a strong background in instructor development and emergency response training.
Ed focuses on:
- Clear instruction
- Real-world teaching confidence
- Professional standards
- Long-term instructor development
Certification & Teaching Opportunities
After certification, you can:
- Teach EFR Primary & Secondary Care
- Run CPR and AED courses
- Offer first aid certification independently
- Market Emergency First Response programs through dive centres or training services
EFR instructor training helps dive professionals grow their businesses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is the PADI EFR Instructor course for?
A: This course is for Divemasters, IDC candidates and certified instructors who want to teach Emergency First Response (EFR) primary and secondary care, CPR and basic first aid. It’s ideal if you’re preparing for a PADI IDC or planning to work as a full-time dive professional.
Q: Do I need previous EFR or first-aid training to join?
A: Yes. You should already hold a current EFR (or equivalent) certification in primary and secondary care, or have recent CPR and first aid training that meets PADI’s standards. If your certification is out of date, we can help you refresh it before or during the course.
Q: How long does the EFR Instructor course take?
A: The EFR Instructor course normally takes around one day of classroom-based workshops, micro-teaching presentations and scenarios. When combined with the IDC, it is usually scheduled just before or during the main instructor development program.
Q: Where is the EFR Instructor training held?
A: Training takes place in Khao Lak, Thailand, using classroom facilities equipped for presentations and practical skill practice. You’ll be working directly with Ed Bosworth and real or simulated students to build your teaching confidence.
Q: Is the EFR Instructor rating required for the PADI IDC?
A: To become a PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor, yes you must be an EFR Instructor or hold an equivalent CPR/first-aid teaching qualification. Most candidates choose to complete the PADI EFR Instructor course alongside their IDC so everything is handled in one integrated program.
Start Teaching Life-Saving Skills
If you are planning to:
- Join an IDC
- Prepare for instructor exams
- Add first aid teaching to your professional skills
👉 Contact us to schedule your Emergency First Response Instructor Course in Thailand.