Only around 34% of Singaporeans are trained in first aid, according to a study of over 4,000 respondents. That gap matters when someone chokes at a hawker centre or collapses at home.
First aid training in Singapore covers everything from basic CPR to workplace certification. Here are the course types available, where to take them, and what funding you may qualify for.
Why first-aid training matters in Singapore
Trained bystanders respond faster in cardiac arrest, choking, and severe bleeding. See first aid fundamentals for what to learn first.
Which first-aid course fits your role
Basic First Aid (+ CPR/AED)
Covers basic first aid, CPR, and AED use. Suits general public and some CCA groups.
Sports coaches and fitness instructors should take Standard First Aid.
Standard First Aid Course
SRFAC-aligned course for adults: CPR, AED, and common emergencies. Required for National Registry of Coaches (NROC) license renewal.
Occupational First Aid Course
Workplace first aid plus CPR/AED. Required for appointed first aiders under MOM regulations.
Child First Aid Course
First aid for infants and children. Recognized by ECDA for preschool educators.
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS+AED)
CPR and choking relief for adults and infants per SRFAC guidelines.
Where to train: three major providers
Singapore First Aid Training Centre
Long-running provider (360,000+ trained) with SRFAC, MOM occupational first aid, ECDA child first aid, and NROC recognition. Also an authorized American Heart Association and ITLS training centre.
Recognitions
- ISO 29993 Certification
- Singapore Book of Records: The first ever first aid training centre in Singapore to be entered into Singapore Book of Records for the "Most number of people performing CPR at the same time" with almost 1000 people joining us to set this brand new record in Singapore.
- Singapore Resuscitation And First Aid Council (SRFAC): Accredited as a training centre for a wide array of SRFAC provider and instructor courses. We were the first independent training centre in Singapore to gain accreditation to conduct BCLS, LSCN and ACLS course.
- Singapore Manpower Industry Compliance Standard: Accredited training provider for the Occupational First Aid and Occupational First Aid Refresher courses since 2005 by Ministry of Manpower.
- Social & Family Development Compliance: Recognized by Early Childhood Development Agency (ECDA) and Ministry of Family and Social Development (MFS) as an approved training provider of the Child First Aid Course for childcare & preschool educators, infant care teachers and personnel in the social & family development. We have been certifying child care and preschool teachers since 2004, during the days of MCDS.
- Coaches & Trainers: Recognised as an approved training provider by the National Registry of Coaches (NROC) in Singapore for registered coaches, gym trainers, aerobic and yoga instructors and all sports and fitness related personnels in Singapore. We began serving this industry since 2004 with Singapore Sports Council fitness instructor course and aerobics instructor course participants who required CPR certification.
- American Heart Association: The American Heart Association holds the international standard for resuscitation at every level. We are the first AHA authorized International Training centre established in Singapore since 2007.
- International Trauma Life Support: International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) is a global organization dedicated to preventing death and disability from trauma through education and emergency trauma care. We are the first and only ITLS training centre in Singapore and Malaysia since 2012.
Singapore Emergency Responder Academy
SRFAC-accredited centre also offering Psychological First Aid and First Aid in Mental Health.
Recognitions
- Courses provided are accredited Singapore Resuscitation and First Aid Council (SRFAC)
- The Occupational First Aid courses are recognized by Ministry of Manpower
- The Standard First Aid course is recognized by National Registry of Coaches (NROC)
- The Child First Aid course is recognized by Early Childhood Development Agency (ECDA)
- The Psychological First Aid, First Aid in Mental Health, Peer Suporter Program courses are conducted in collaboration with Singapore Counselling Centre, accredited by ACC Institute of Human Services.
Singapore Heart Foundation
Heart health NGO offering SRFAC-accredited CPR and first-aid courses.
Recognitions
- Courses provided are accredited Singapore Resuscitation and First Aid Council (SRFAC)
Before you register: certificate, funding, and format
Certificate validity
SRFAC certificates last two years from course completion.
Funding
Providers such as SFATC and SERA may offer SkillsFuture credits or SSG subsidies. Confirm eligibility before booking.
Training mode
Occupational First Aid is often classroom-based. Standard First Aid may be blended (online theory + one-day practical).
Refresher rules
Renew within three months before or after expiry. If lapsed more than three months, you may need the full course again.
Pick a course and register this week
Match the course to your job (CCA, coach, workplace first aider, preschool teacher). Start with fundamentals, check SkillsFuture funding, and pair training with an emergency plan at home.
