Adult and Emergency Care

The Adult & Child Emergency Care course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to respond effectively in emergency situations. This program focuses on primary and secondary care, including CPR, first aid, and injury assessment for both adults and children.

Designed for divers and non-divers alike, this course emphasizes practical, hands-on training to build confidence and competence in responding to medical emergencies. Training follows current emergency care guidelines and focuses on real-world application.

What You’ll Learn:

• Adult and child CPR techniques
• Use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
• Primary assessment and emergency response
• Secondary care and injury evaluation
• Bleeding control and shock management
• Handling common medical emergencies

Required Skills Performance:

Students must demonstrate the ability to:

• Perform high-quality CPR for adults and children
• Use an AED safely and effectively
• Conduct scene assessment and ensure personal safety
• Manage airway emergencies and provide rescue breaths
• Control bleeding and provide basic first aid
• Demonstrate effective emergency response decision-making

Prerequisites:

• Minimum age: 12 years old
• No prior certification required
• Ability to participate in moderate physical activity

Course Structure:

• Classroom-based academic session
• Hands-on practical skills training
• Scenario-based emergency simulations
• No in-water training required
• Training conducted under the supervision of a qualified instructor

What’s Included:

• Emergency care training materials
• Hands-on CPR and first aid instruction
• Use of training AED equipment
• Certification card upon successful completion

What to Bring:

• Comfortable clothing suitable for kneeling and movement
• Notebook and pen
• Water and snacks

Certification:

• Graduates of this course receive an Adult & Child Emergency Care certification. * This certification meets CPR and first aid requirements for many diving courses, including Rescue Diver.

Important Notes:

• Certification is typically valid for two (2) years
• This course meets prerequisite requirements for many advanced and rescue-level dive courses
• Students must complete all required skills to receive certification