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EFR Diving Emergency Medical Responder (DEMR)
The EFR Diving Emergency Medical Responder (DEMR) Specialty Course is designed to provide the knowledge and skills that are necessary for an emergency to help reduce pain, sustain life and minimise the consequences of an injury or sudden illness.
Course Type: Continuing Education
Fees From:
£250.00
Booking Information: If you are unable to find a date that works for you please contact us and we will be able to tailor a booking to your needs.
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About the Diving Emergency Medical Responder (DEMR) Course
Take your emergency response skills to the next level. The Diving Emergency Medical Responder (DEMR) Specialty Course bridges the gap between standard First Aid and EMT-level training, empowering divers and surface support teams to respond confidently in dive-related medical emergencies.
Whether you’re a recreational diver or a dive professional, this course delivers the advanced knowledge and hands-on skills to manage serious incidents—helping reduce pain, preserve life, and minimise long-term injury outcomes.
Why Take the DEMR Course?
This advanced training is ideal for:
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Dive Leaders, Instructors, and Divemasters
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Scientific Divers and Commercial Divers
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Fire and Rescue Teams, Police Rescue, Coast Guard
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Lifeguards, Liveaboards, Dive Centres, and Resorts
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Anyone looking to expand their emergency medical knowledge
With this qualification, you’ll stand out in any professional diving environment and be better prepared to assist in high-stress situations both in and out of the water.
What You’ll Learn in the DEMR Course
This course is divided into two key parts:
1. Online Theory (Approx. 25 Hours)
Begin your journey with interactive learning via The Diver Medic. The online module includes:
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Voice-over slides
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Video demonstrations
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Case studies
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Quizzes and downloadable resources
Cost: $150 USD, paid directly through The Diver Medic course page.
2. Practical Training (Minimum 2 Days / 16 Hours)
Take part in two days of immersive, hands-on training with expert instructors at The Diving Academy. You’ll practice real-world scenarios tailored to diving-related medical emergencies.
Cost: £250 GBP, paid directly to The Diving Academy.
Course Highlights
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Assess and treat dive-specific injuries and illnesses
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Improve your confidence in emergency medical response
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Use oxygen kits, handle spinal injuries, and manage shock
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Prepare for real-world emergencies on dive trips, boats, and shore-based operations
Ready to Book?
Take the next step in becoming a skilled, capable dive responder.
Check out our full range of Emergency First Response courses or get in touch to book your DEMR course today.
Prerequisites
The EFR Primary and Secondary CPR and Course Prerequisites:
- All you need is a desire to help others.
Medical Requirements:
None, this is a dry course.
Course Locations
Dive Centre
Diving Academy – Dive Centre, Sunfield Business Park, New Mill Road, Wokingham, RG40 4QT
Pool Training Sites
Wokingham – The Forest School, Robin Hood Lane, Winnersh, Wokingham, RG41 5NE
Yateley – Yateley School, School Lane, GU46 6NW
Hagbourne – Hagbourne School Pool, Main Road, East Hagbourne, OX11 9LR
Swindon – Halo Highworth Recreation Centre, The Elms, Highworth, Swindon SN6 7DD
Open Water Training Sites:
London – Wraysbury Diving Lake, Station Road, Wraysbury, Berkshire, TW19 5ND
Radstock – Vobster Quay, Upper Vobster, Radstock, BA3 5SD
Leicester – Stoney Cove, Sapcote Road, Stoney Stanton, Leicester, LE9 4DW
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