Emergency First Response & Oxygen

The SDI Emergency First Response & Oxygen Administration Course is designed to teach you the essential skills needed to respond effectively to diving emergencies and provide vital first aid and oxygen support when needed. In this course, you’ll learn not only how to handle common diving injuries, but also how to administer emergency oxygen, potentially saving a life in critical situations. This course is a must-have for all divers who want to be prepared for the unexpected.

Key Features of the Course:

• Prerequisite:

  • No prior medical or diving training required—this course is open to anyone interested in learning emergency response techniques.

  • Minimum Age: 10 years old.

• Course Structure:

  • Knowledge Development: Understand basic first aid and CPR principles, the use of emergency oxygen, and how to respond to diving-related injuries like decompression sickness or airway obstructions.

  • Practical Training:

    • CPR and First Aid: Learn how to perform CPR on adults, children, and infants, and practice first aid for a variety of injuries.

    • Oxygen Administration: Gain hands-on experience with oxygen delivery systems, including how to provide emergency oxygen to divers suffering from decompression illness or other medical conditions.

    • Dive-Specific Emergencies: Understand how to recognize and respond to diving emergencies such as hypoxia, decompression sickness, and other injuries that require immediate attention.

Course Highlights:

• Learn life-saving first aid and CPR techniques for adults, children, and infants.

• Gain practical skills in administering emergency oxygen to injured divers.

• Understand the critical steps to take in emergency situations, including the use of an oxygen kit and how to recognize diving-related health issues.

• Practice real-life scenarios to ensure you’re prepared to handle emergencies with confidence.

Certification Benefits:

Upon successful completion, you will earn the SDI Emergency First Response & Oxygen Administration certification, which:

• Certifies you in basic life-saving techniques, including CPR, first aid, and emergency oxygen administration.

• Equips you to provide immediate assistance in diving-related medical emergencies.

• Gives you the skills and knowledge to respond confidently in a variety of emergency situations, both in and out of the water.

Why Choose This Course?

Whether you’re a new diver or an experienced diver looking to refresh your skills, the SDI Emergency First Response & Oxygen Administration Course provides essential training to ensure you’re prepared for any emergency. Being able to effectively respond to diving accidents and provide first aid and oxygen in an emergency can be the difference between life and death.

Are you ready to make a difference and be prepared for emergencies? Enroll in the SDI Emergency First Response & Oxygen Administration Course today and take your diving safety to the next level!