About the Course

Gain the skills and confidence to save the life of someone you care about.

After completing the Emergency First Response CPR & AED course, you'll know how to aid someone who may be experiencing cardiac arrest with an AED (Automatic External Defibrillator), or by providing traditional or hands-only CPR.

What You'll Learn

  • Confidently perform CPR
  • Help someone who is not breathing normally
  • Increase a patient's chance of survival

Certification Requirements

  • Prerequisites - Desire to help others
  • Time - Self-study: 2-4 hours | Entire course: 4-6 hours
  • Age - None
  • Health - None

Emergency First Response® CPR & AED Training

The hybrid online CPR and AED course allows you to learn lifesaving skills on a timeline that works for you. Start with online self-study then schedule in-person training with an instructor. It's your course at your pace.

Course Steps

  • Step 1 - PADI eLearning

    Online training makes it easy to fit a CPR and AED course into a busy schedule. Training videos show proper techniques and teach you how to respond to different types of emergencies. Study online or offline, using a computer or mobile device. Connect with your instructor if you have questions.

    eLearning time commitment: 2 - 4 hours
  • Step 2 - With Qualified Instructor

    ADDITIONAL COST: Your Dive Shop will charge fees for training and gear rental.

    Learn nine essential skills for helping others in an emergency including how to use an AED on adults and children and how to help someone who is choking. Get hands-on experience administering CPR using adult, child and infant mannequins. Practice your new skills in role-playing scenarios.

    Total time commitment: 4 - 6 hours