Learn crucial life-saving skills with the PADI Emergency First Responder course at Scuba.com in New York. Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, this training empowers you to handle emergencies confidently and effectively.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
4–6 hours
Fitness Level
Open to all fitness levels; some physical participation is required
Wildlife
History
New York City has a rich history of pioneering emergency response services dating back to the early 20th century.
Conservation
The program emphasizes environmentally responsible practices, encouraging students to promote safety while respecting nature.
Scuba.com - New York
Learn crucial life-saving skills with the PADI Emergency First Responder course at Scuba.com in New York. Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, this training empowers you to handle emergencies confidently and effectively.
Scuba.com - New York connects divers based in New York with organized dive trips, professional PADI training, and specialty courses in several destinations, most notably La Paz, Baja California Sur and St. Eustatius. The business lists weeklong dive vacations such as the La Paz, Mexico Dive Trip at Villa Carey—an exclusive diver-focused hotel—and a St. Eustatius Dive Trip that highlights pristine reefs, island history, and personalized dive services.
Scuba.com - New York provides a broad catalog of PADI programs and refreshers designed for recreational divers and aspiring advanced students. Available courses include PADI Open Water Certification, PADI Enriched Air (Nitrox) Diver Course, PADI Rescue Diver, PADI ReActivate, PADI Dry Suit Diver, PADI Emergency First Responder (EFR), and the PADI Emergency Oxygen Provider course. Course formats vary from short classroom or eLearning modules and 2–3 hour certifications to multi-day practical training with pool and open water sessions.
Locations used for training and dives include Lake Hydra for open water practice and La Paz for sea diving in the Sea of Cortez. Trip and course descriptions emphasize practical skill development, safety training, and destination diving logistics such as accommodations, dive schedules, and on-site services. A Booking Inquiry Form is available to collect travel dates and preferences for tailored dive itineraries. Scuba.com - New York’s published offerings emphasize certified PADI curricula, destination dive itineraries, and logistics for accommodations and dive operations. The business is featured on The Adventure Collective as part of curated adventure travel listings.
Location
La Paz, Baja California Sur
Primary trip departure and destination
Trips Offered
10 trips
Dive vacations and PADI courses available
PADI Courses
7 courses
Range of specialty and certification courses
Featured Properties
Villa Carey & more
Exclusive diver-focused accommodations
Use the Booking Inquiry Form to share dates and preferences — get help arranging La Paz dives, PADI certifications, and specialty training.
Stay prepared with practical skills
Engage fully in role-playing scenarios to simulate real emergencies and build confidence.
Dress for class comfort
Wear comfortable clothing as some practical exercises require physical participation.
Bring personal essentials
Bring a water bottle and notepad to stay hydrated and take notes during theory sessions.
Arrive early to settle in
Arriving 15 minutes early allows you to prepare and get comfortable before the session starts.
Comfortable clothing
Allows full participation in practical exercises.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the training.
Notebook and pen
Take notes to reinforce learning and reference later.
Sturdy footwear
Provides support during physical practice.