About the Course
Emergency First Response Instructor Course – London & UK
Become a Certified Emergency First Response Instructor
Take your first aid and CPR skills to the next level with our Emergency First Response Instructor Course in Essex / London. This instructor qualification gives you the ability to teach life-saving Primary and Secondary Care First Aid, CPR, First Aid with AED and Care for Children courses. It’s a hugely rewarding step for anyone passionate about safety, teaching and community care. This certification is also a gateway to teaching other EFR / HSE recognised courses.
📌 Why Choose the EFR Instructor Course?
Becoming an Emergency First Response Instructor (EFRI) means you can:
Lead Emergency First Response Primary Care (CPR) courses
Deliver Secondary Care (First Aid) training
Teach CPR + AED (Automated External Defibrillator) courses
Instruct Care for Children emergency care programs
Offer this training to anyone!
These are internationally-recognised medical emergency skills based on the latest global standards, making you a trusted instructor in your community and beyond.
🧠 What You’ll Learn
Our Emergency First Response Instructor course focuses on:
Developing your instructional skills – how to organise and present EFR courses
Teaching with confidence using e-learning, video, classroom and hands-on training
Assessment of student performance and skills mastery
Creating a positive learning environment
Building your confidence to take the lead in emergency care training
You’ll complete independent study, classroom sessions and teaching practice to gain the skills needed to deliver high-quality first aid education
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🗓 Course Duration & Format
Duration: Typically 1–2 days
Format: Blended learning with independent study, classroom instruction and practical teaching assignments
Materials are included (Instructor Guide, manuals and teaching resources), and upon successful completion you’ll receive an official EFR Instructor certification (Excludes fees payable to EFR / PADI).
📍 Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for:
✅ First aid advocates – help your community be prepared
✅ Anyone passionate about lifesaving training
✅ Aspiring PADI Instructors — an essential and required step in instructor development
✅ Dive professionals – expand your teaching skill set
You do not need to be a diver to take this course, although those pursuing PADI Instructor status often complete it first - even prior to becoming a Dive Professional.
✔ Prerequisites
To join the EFR Instructor course you must be:
18 years or older
Have completed Emergency First Response Primary & Secondary Care (or equivalent CPR/first aid training) within the last 24 months
Crossovers from other recognised first aid organisations are also accepted – just ask us for details.
💡 Course Benefits
Teach internationally recognised first aid and CPR courses
Improve your instructional and leadership skills
Become part of the global EFR instructor community
Meet the CPR/first aid requirement for PADI professional training
📞 Book Your EFR Instructor Training Today
Ready to become a certified Emergency First Response Instructor in London / Essex? Contact Bespoke Scuba Diving for upcoming course dates and registration details.
✨ Start teaching life-saving skills with confidence.
📞 Call: 01708 837032
📩 Message us to book or ask questions
What You Can Teach After Certification
Once certified, you can teach the full suite of Emergency First Response programmes:
Emergency First Response Primary Care (CPR)
Emergency First Response Secondary Care (First Aid)
Emergency First Response Care for Children
CPR & AED (Automated External Defibrillator) training
These instructor-led courses are valuable for individuals, community groups, workplaces and anyone committed to emergency preparedness.
Why Become an EFR Instructor?
Becoming an Emergency First Response Instructor offers benefits that go beyond scuba diving training:
Teach CPR and first aid to the public, businesses and community groups — not just divers.
Support workplace first aid readiness and help organisations meet safety training needs.
Expand your professional skills if you are pursuing a PADI Instructor career, as this qualification is a prerequisite for the PADI Instructor Examination.
Join a global network of instructors who are making a real impact by teaching essential life-saving skills.
What is the Emergency First Response Instructor Course?
The Emergency First Response Instructor (EFRI) course is a professional training programme that equips you with the skills and certification needed to teach world-class CPR, first aid and emergency care courses to others — not just scuba divers, but anyone who wants essential life-saving skills. As an EFR Instructor, you’ll be able to deliver internationally recognised Emergency First Response programmes including Primary Care (CPR), Secondary Care (First Aid), CPR & AED, and Care for Children courses. This instructor qualification builds on your existing first aid and primary/secondary care skills and focuses on developing your instructional abilities so you can confidently organise, teach and assess students in a supportive learning environment.
Who Can Take the EFR Instructor Course?
To qualify for the EFR Instructor course you must:
Be at least 18 years old.
Have completed Emergency First Response Primary and Secondary Care training (or an equivalent first aid & CPR certification) within the last 24 months.
Crossovers from other recognised first aid organisations are typically accepted — ask your instructor for details.
What You’ll Learn
On this course you will learn how to:
Structure and organise EFR courses so they are engaging, effective and easy to follow.
Present course content clearly and confidently to students of all backgrounds.
Encourage student self-discovery and active learning during skills practice.
Evaluate student performance and ensure competence in CPR and first aid techniques.
Create a positive and supportive learning environment tailored to group needs.
You’ll complete a mix of independent study, classroom sessions and practice teaching assignments, gaining both instructional and emergency care expertise.