8 Best First Aid and CPR Courses in Singapore (2026)
Compare 8 first aid, CPR and AED course providers in Singapore, from Red Cross and St John to private academies, with what each says it teaches.
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AI image by LocalRankLearning first aid, CPR and how to use an automated external defibrillator is something many Singapore households, schools, coaches and workplaces now plan for. This guide covers eight training providers that describe these courses on their own websites, from the national Red Cross and St John to hospital-linked and private academies. Each entry summarises what the provider says it teaches, who it says the courses are for, and any accreditation wording exactly as the provider states it. LocalRank does not certify or rank these courses. Check the current schedule, funding and certificate validity directly with the provider before you book a place.
1. Singapore Red Cross Academy
The Singapore Red Cross Academy is the training arm of Singapore Red Cross, whose headquarters is listed near Dhoby Ghaut. Its first aid and resuscitation pages list Standard First Aid, Child First Aid, Occupational First Aid, Basic Cardiac Life Support with AED and Basic First Aid with AED, plus awareness sessions that do not lead to a certificate. The Academy describes the certified courses as accredited by the Singapore Resuscitation and First Aid Council, and says its occupational course meets workplace health and safety requirements. It also states that many programmes can be paid for with SkillsFuture Credit or are subsidised, so it is worth reading the funding notes. A sensible first stop for families, teachers, coaches and company first aiders comparing options.
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2. St John Singapore
St John Singapore Association, a first aid charity, lists a Standard First Aid course, a CPR and AED course and a Basic Cardiac Life Support with AED course on its website. Its CPR and AED page says the course is taught in English and in Mandarin, with theory, practical sessions and case studies, and it states that St John is accredited with the Singapore Resuscitation and First Aid Council. Individuals and organisations can register through its online portal. Its pages name a headquarters near Bugis and a centre in Jurong East, which helps if you prefer a venue on the west side. Check its course calendar for current dates, since sessions run on a published schedule.
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3. Singapore Heart Foundation
The Singapore Heart Foundation, a heart health charity, teaches CPR and AED skills as part of its public education work. Its site lists a Standard First Aid with AED certification course and a CPR and AED course offered in a blended learning format. The foundation states that its certification is accredited by the Singapore Resuscitation and First Aid Council and remains valid for two years. It describes the audience as members of the public, working professionals, schools, corporations, grassroots groups and sports bodies, and notes participants should be able to kneel for practical work. Its pages name training venues on Thomson Road and at an office tower in Bishan. Check the course page for the latest dates and venue.
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4. Singapore Emergency Responder Academy (SERA)
SERA is a first aid and emergency response academy based near Somerset. Its website lists CPR and AED in a blended format, Standard First Aid, Occupational First Aid, Basic Cardiac Life Support with AED, Child First Aid, First Aid in Mental Health and Psychological First Aid. SERA states that its courses are accredited by the Singapore Resuscitation and First Aid Council, and also names several agencies it says recognise its training. Its page lists weekday office hours and a course enquiry email. The range of mental health and psychological first aid topics alongside the usual physical first aid courses is the main reason to look at it. Confirm dates and delivery format directly through its course enquiry channel.
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5. Raffles Healthcare Institute
Raffles Healthcare Institute is the training arm of Raffles Medical Group, and its life support programmes are taught at Raffles Hospital near Bugis. Its page lists a Basic Cardiac Life Support and AED course, an instructor course for the same subject, a CPR with AED course and a Standard First Aid with CPR and AED course. The institute states that its courses are accredited by the Singapore Resuscitation and First Aid Council. It says training is open to individuals and to organisations, and that programmes can be tailored for groups. If you want a course run by a healthcare group rather than a charity, this is an obvious option to review. Ask the institute about group scheduling and certificate details.
6. Emergencies First Aid & Rescue (EFAR)
Emergencies First Aid & Rescue is a private company that runs an ambulance service and a first aid training arm, with its headquarters listed in the Leng Kee area. Its training page lists Standard First Aid with CPR and AED, Occupational First Aid, Child First Aid, Basic Cardiac Life Support with AED and a HeartSaver CPR and AED course, with refresher versions of several. The company states that most of its courses are accredited by the Singapore Resuscitation and First Aid Council and that its occupational course is approved by the Ministry of Manpower. It says classes suit individuals, workplaces, schools, caregivers and healthcare staff. Its site shows a course schedule checker, so confirm the current dates before choosing a class.
7. Singapore First Aid Training Centre (SFATC)
Singapore First Aid Training Centre is a private provider whose website lists CPR and AED, Standard First Aid, Child First Aid, Occupational First Aid and Basic Cardiac Life Support courses, along with some advanced life support programmes. It describes its teaching as blended learning, with online theory followed by hands-on practice, and states that it holds accreditation from the Singapore Resuscitation and First Aid Council. The centre says it serves individuals and companies, offers on-site training for corporate groups and supports SkillsFuture funding. Its site gives a WhatsApp number and an enquiry email, which suits people who prefer a quick message to a phone call. Confirm current course lists, dates and funding eligibility with the centre before booking.
Toa Payoh
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8. Eversafe Academy
Eversafe Academy is a private education institution best known for workplace safety training, and its course catalogue includes first aid. One listing is a CERT First Aid Course covering bandaging, fractures, burns, carrying techniques, CPR and AED, taught face to face to adults. Another is a four-hour CPR and AED course for managing sudden cardiac arrest. The academy's course pages name teaching sites around Little India, Pioneer and Joo Koon. Because Eversafe is mainly a safety training centre, it can suit people who want first aid alongside other workplace safety courses. Read each course page for its entry requirements and assessment format before enrolling. Dates and teaching sites can differ by course, so confirm both. The academy also publishes a phone line for enquiries.
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How to choose
- Start with the certificate you actually need. A parent or teacher may want basic CPR and AED skills, a childcare worker may need a child-focused course, and a company first aider may need a workplace-focused one. Ask the provider which course matches your purpose, since course names differ between providers.
- Check how each provider describes its accreditation, and read the wording yourself. Several providers on this list state that their courses are accredited by the Singapore Resuscitation and First Aid Council. Confirm that the specific course, not just the organisation, is covered, and ask how long the certificate remains valid.
- Compare the format. Some courses are fully face to face, while others combine online theory with a practical session. Blended learning can save classroom time if you are comfortable studying alone, but you will still need to attend a hands-on assessment. Check whether sessions are offered in your preferred language.
- Look at location, schedule and group options. Weekday-only offices and distant venues can make booking hard, and corporate or school groups may want on-site training. Ask whether classes are open to the public, whether dates are published in advance, and how refresher courses are handled when your certificate expires.
- Ask about funding and physical requirements before paying. Many providers mention SkillsFuture Credit or subsidies, but eligibility depends on the course and your circumstances. Practical sessions involve kneeling and chest compressions on manikins, so ask the provider about any health conditions that might affect participation. Always confirm current fees on the provider's own site.
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Amir Wahab is the founder and editor of LocalRank, an independent Singapore rankings and local guides publication.
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