When Seconds Count, Training Matters
Medical emergencies don't send calendar invites. A colleague collapses at work. A child chokes at a restaurant. A diver surfaces unconscious. In these moments, the difference between life and death often comes down to one question: does someone nearby know what to do?
React Right is SSI's comprehensive emergency response programme, covering everything from basic first aid to emergency oxygen administration. Whether you need certification for professional requirements or simply want the confidence to help in an emergency — this is the training that prepares you to act.
SSI React Right Centre
Internationally recognised emergency response certification
React Right Modules
Primary Care (CPR & AED)
Half day (3-4 hours)The foundation of emergency response. Learn to recognise cardiac arrest, perform effective CPR, and use an AED.
- Adult, child, and infant CPR
- AED operation
- Choking response
- Recovery position
Secondary Care (First Aid)
Half day (3-4 hours)Practical first aid for injuries and medical conditions that require intervention but aren't immediately life-threatening.
- Wound management & burns
- Fractures & sprains
- Shock & allergic reactions
- Medical emergencies
Emergency Oxygen
2-3 hoursEssential for diving professionals and marine environments. Learn to safely administer emergency oxygen.
- Oxygen equipment setup
- Delivery methods
- Contraindications
- Diving-related emergencies
Dive Professional First Aid
Full dayComprehensive module for dive professionals, covering diving-specific emergencies alongside standard first response.
- Decompression illness recognition
- Near-drowning response
- Marine life injuries
- Neurological assessment
React Right Complete
The Full Package — Everything in One Course
For those who want comprehensive emergency response training — especially dive professionals, lifeguards, and workplace first aiders.
Ideal For:
- Divemasters & Instructor candidates
- Lifeguards (complements certification)
- Boat crew & marine workers
- Workplace first aiders
- Parents & teachers
Who Needs React Right?
Diving Professionals
React Right is mandatory for Divemaster, Assistant Instructor, and Instructor certifications. A prerequisite for professional diving careers.
Lifeguards
CPR and first aid certification is required for all lifeguard candidates. React Right fulfils this requirement completely.
Workplace Requirements
Many employers require designated first aiders. React Right meets EU workplace first aid standards.
Boat Crew & Marine Workers
If you work on or around water, emergency oxygen and aquatic first aid are essential — often required by maritime regulations.
Parents & General Public
Emergencies happen. Having the skills to respond at home, at the beach, or in public could save your child, partner, or a stranger.
Why Choose React Right?
Internationally Recognised
SSI React Right certification is accepted worldwide for professional diving requirements and meets workplace first aid standards across the EU.
Practical, Not Theoretical
We don't just lecture — you'll practice. Every candidate performs CPR, operates an AED, and works through realistic scenarios.
Diving-Specific Expertise
Unlike generic first aid courses, React Right includes content specifically relevant to aquatic environments and diving emergencies.
Flexible Options
Need just CPR? Take Primary Care. Want everything? Take the Complete course. We tailor training to your actual needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need any prior training?
No. React Right courses are designed for complete beginners with no prior first aid experience.
Is this course physically demanding?
You'll need to kneel for CPR practice and work through hands-on scenarios, but no unusual physical fitness is required.
How long is the certification valid?
React Right certifications are valid for 2 years. Attend a refresher course before expiration to maintain active status.
Can you run courses at our location?
Yes. We offer on-site training for businesses, dive centres, hotels, and organisations. Contact us for group rates.
Is React Right the same as EFR?
They serve similar purposes. React Right is SSI's programme; EFR is PADI's. Both are internationally recognised.
Related Training
Instructor Training
React Right is a prerequisite — take it before or alongside Divemaster
View Pathway →Lifeguard Training
First aid components included, but standalone React Right strengthens credentials
View Courses →Ready to Learn Skills That Save Lives?
Book your React Right course today. Whether you need a specific module or the complete programme, we'll get you certified and confident.