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EFR - Instructor

EFR Professional

EFR - Instructor

Qualify to teach Emergency First Response CPR, AED and first aid courses to divers and non-divers.

2 daysDuration
€350.00Price from
• 18 years or older • CPR and first aid training within the past 24 months • Practising physicians, paramedics, EMTs and registered nurses may enrol without prior EFR trainingPrerequisites
SardiniaLocation
29 – 30 October 2026Next date

Sardinia

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About this course

EFR - Instructor

The Emergency First Response Instructor course qualifies you to teach CPR and first aid to divers and non-divers. It combines independent study, classroom sessions and practical teaching.

A First Aid Instructor rating is required to become a PADI Instructor, so EFR Instructor is part of our IDC. It also runs as a stand-alone course for dive professionals and anyone who wants to teach life-saving skills.

Courses you can teach

  • Primary Care (CPR) and Secondary Care (first aid)
  • CPR and AED
  • Care for Children

Before you book

What's included

What's included

• EFR Instructor theory and classroom sessions
• Practical teaching assignments
• Scenario-based skill coaching

Prerequisites

• 18 years or older
• CPR and first aid training within the past 24 months
• Practising physicians, paramedics, EMTs and registered nurses may enrol without prior EFR training

Packages

Choose your package

Every package includes your course - pick the extras that suit you, then book your date.

EFR Instructor

approx. US$380per person

What's included

  • EFR - EFR Instructor Course

What's required

  • EFR Instructor Materials€230.00

Optional extras

  • Emergency Oxygen Provider Instructor€150.00
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EFR Instructor & EFR Renewal

approx. US$488per person

What's included

  • EFR Primary & Secondary Care (Renewal)
  • EFR - EFR Instructor Course

What's required

  • EFR Instructor Materials€230.00

Optional extras

  • Emergency Oxygen Provider Instructor€150.00
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EFR Instructor & EFR Primary & Secondary Care

approx. US$543per person

What's included

  • EFR Primary & Secondary Care
  • EFR - EFR Instructor Course

What's required

  • EFR Instructor Materials€230.00

Optional extras

  • Emergency Oxygen Provider Instructor€150.00
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Questions

Good to know

Quick answers to what divers ask us most about this course.

What is the EFR Instructor course?

It qualifies you to teach Emergency First Response first aid and CPR courses, using EFR's lesson guides and skill coaching.

What can I teach as an EFR Instructor?

EFR Primary and Secondary Care (CPR and first aid), Care for Children and related courses - to divers and non-divers alike.

Who can enroll in the EFR Instructor course?

Anyone 18 or older with first aid and CPR training from the last 24 months.

How long does the EFR Instructor course take?

One to two days, depending on the group and whether you need a first aid refresher first.

Do I need EFR Instructor for the PADI IDC?

First aid and CPR training is required to become an instructor, and our IDC includes a dedicated EFR Instructor day, so most candidates certify as EFR Instructors at the same time.

What if my First Aid/CPR card is expired?

You complete an EFR Primary and Secondary Care update before or alongside the instructor course.

Can I teach EFR outside the diving industry?

Yes - EFR courses suit individuals, families and workplaces, so many instructors teach them well beyond diving.

How do I register for the EFR Instructor course?

Book your dates on the course page, or contact us and we'll confirm your prerequisites and send a checklist.

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From our community

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EFR - Instructor

Reviews from divers who trained on this course with our partner centres.

“🌊 IDC No. 8 – April-May 2026: AMAZING! 🌊 An incredibly intensive course that truly prepares you to become the kind of instructor you wish you had when you first decided to breathe underwater 🤿 It lasted nearly a month online and 10 days in person.💪💪💪 You need to trust the process, because the program is designed not only to teach diving skills, but also to help you grow into a more professional, confident, and responsible person 💪 During these 10 days, you’ll be so focused on learning and improving that you probably won’t even have time to take photos 📚🔥 The entire IDC Sardinia staff is always there for you — guiding, supporting, motivating, and helping you through every challenge. They seem to have a sixth sense for knowing exactly when you need encouragement, and they won’t let you give up, even when the summit feels far away 🌟 And don’t worry… there will also be moments of…”
Greta ValotiSardinia · Google review★★★★★
“I just did my IDC with IDC Sardegna and it was the most amazing experience in my life. I love all of the staff with all my heart. The support, the training, the organisation and in generall every day was structured perfect. It was a challengig time, but I fully enjoyed it and was able to do a big step in my diving live. Special thanks to the Course Director Luca, who is one of the most inspiring persons I met in my whole life. Lets see what time does, but if I ever gonna do a contiuing education I will do it with him. Grazie”
Simon SablotnySardinia · Google review★★★★★
“I did the IDC with them and everything was truly fantastic. They're professional, helpful, and ready to help you both with the course and if you have any issues with the equipment. They truly take care of every detail. Luckily, I don't have to do it again 😄 ✌🏼, but if I did, I'd definitely choose them again.”
Christian FalcettelliSardinia · Google review★★★★★
“Becoming a diving instructor has recently become my biggest dream in life :) And this dream has finally come true, largely thanks to the wonderful team at IDC Sardegna, who shared all their love and knowledge of diving with me in the best possible way! I can only recommend that you take an instructor course with them so that you too can join this wonderful world in the most beautiful way possible 🙂”
Enzo MenichiniSardinia · Google review★★★★★

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