Emergency First Response® (EFR)
BLS, First Aid & CPR Training | Thailand
Emergency First Response® (EFR) is a leading provider of CPR, first aid, and emergency response training for divers and non-divers alike. EFR courses are designed to equip individuals with essential life-saving skills that can be applied in emergencies both on land and underwater. EFR offers comprehensive training in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use, Basic Life Support (BLS), injury management, first aid techniques, and emergency oxygen administration, delivered through realistic, hands-on training scenarios. The courses are taught by certified instructors who focus on building confidence and readiness to respond effectively to medical emergencies. EFR training is essential for divers seeking to meet prerequisite requirements for advanced scuba diving certifications and for anyone interested in learning valuable emergency response skills. Join EFR to become empowered to save lives and make a difference in an emergency situation.
N9BO℠ delivers EFR training in Thailand, providing high-quality instruction for individuals seeking initial first aid certification, refresher training, or prerequisites for professional diving and leadership courses (instructor development programmes). EFR courses emphasise confidence, competence, and calm response under pressure, making them suitable for recreational divers, dive professionals, boat crew, instructors, and public-facing personnel operating in marine or remote environments.
EFR training at N9BO℠ is delivered by instructors with extensive real-world operational experience and professional qualifications in emergency medical response, including paramedic, combat medic, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), and Diving Medical Technician (DMT) roles.
EFR Courses
- EFR – Diving Emergency Medical Responder (DEMR) [EFR Distinctive]
- EFR – Primary Care (CPR) & Secondary Care (First Aid)
- EFR – Primary Care (CPR) & Secondary Care (First Aid) w/AED
- EFR – Airborne Pathogens Awareness
- EFR – Care for Children
- EFR – Care for Children w/AED
- EFR – CPR / First Aid / Care for Children w/AED
- EFR – CPR / First Aid / Care for Children
- EFR – Primary Care (CPR) only
- EFR – Primary Care (CPR) with AED EFR – Secondary Care (First Aid)
- EFRC – Basic First Aid – CANADA Workplace
- EFRC – Basic First Aid – CANADA Workplace w/AED EFRC
- EFRC – Standard First Aid – CANADA Workplace w/AED
No. You do not need to be a scuba instructor, divemaster, or even a diver to become an EFR Instructor.
The Emergency First Response (EFR) Instructor rating is designed for anyone who teaches first aid, CPR, AED, and emergency care — including educators, workplace safety officers, security personnel, NGO staff, and volunteers. The programme focuses on instructional competence, not diving background.
Many EFR Instructors operate entirely outside the diving industry, delivering first aid training in corporate, educational, and community environments.
Absolutely — and this is one of EFR’s strongest advantages.
EFR is widely used outside diving because it aligns with internationally recognised first aid and resuscitation frameworks, including:
• ILCOR (International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation)
• American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines
• Red Cross / Red Crescent principles
• OSHA-aligned workplace safety expectations (particularly in high-risk or industrial environments)
As a result, EFR training is suitable for:
• Corporate and industrial workplaces
• Schools and universities
• NGOs and humanitarian organisations
• Security, aviation, maritime, and hospitality sectors
EFR is often used as a practical, scalable alternative to more rigid national programmes, while still meeting internationally accepted standards.
The EFR Instructor course typically takes 1 to 2 days, depending on prior experience and teaching background.
The programme covers:
• Adult, child, and infant CPR
• AED use
• Primary and secondary care
• Injury and illness assessment
• How to teach, assess, and certify others
The focus is not just on skills, but on how to teach them effectively, clearly, and confidently in real-world settings.
As an EFR Instructor, you can certify any member of the public, not just divers.
This includes:
• Employees and supervisors in workplaces
• Teachers, students, and school staff
• Security teams and event personnel
• NGO staff and volunteers
• Friends, family members, and community groups
There is no requirement for students to be divers. This makes EFR Instructor certification a powerful standalone qualification for anyone involved in training, safety, or risk management.
Yes. EFR certifications are recognised worldwide.
EFR is part of a global training system used in over 180 countries, and its curriculum is continuously updated to remain consistent with current international resuscitation science and best practice.
EFR certifications are accepted by:
• Dive agencies (as a prerequisite for leadership courses)
• Employers and organisations requiring documented first aid training
• International NGOs and multinational companies
This global recognition makes EFR particularly valuable for individuals who work, teach, or travel internationally.
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EFR programmes can be delivered for divers, professionals, and organisations. Contact us to discuss requirements.
