Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and AED

BCLS (CPR + AED) Course

This course aims to provide relevant knowledge and skills on CPR and the relief of foreign body airway obstruction in conscious and unconscious infant and adult casualties. This course will also provide you with the knowledge and skills on how to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) on an adult casualty.

Recognizing and managing heart attack

Understanding the chain of survival

Performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation on an adult victim

Performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation on an infant victim

Use of an automated external defibrillator on an adult victim

Recognizing and managing an adult choking victim

Recognizing and managing an infant victim

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During the course, learners will learn:

Adult Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

Adult Relief of Foreign Body Airway Obstruction

Child Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

Child Relief of Foreign Body Airway Obstruction

Infant Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

Infant Relief of Foreign Body Airway Obstruction

Application of Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

Mode of Assessment

Written Assessment

Case Study Assessment

Certification

Participants who are assessed as Competent will receive a Statement of Attainment (SOA) issued by SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG).

Pre-requisites

Able to speak, read and understand English effectively as our courses are conducted in English.

No history of underlying medical heart and lung conditions

Physically fit with no pre-existing medical conditions such as knee, spinal or joint injury.

Pregnant ladies are discouraged from undertaking the CPR practice due to safety reasons.

Is BCLS + AED certification required in Singapore workplaces?

BCLS + AED certification is not mandatory for most workplaces in Singapore. However, some industries such as healthcare, childcare, fitness, and security may require staff to have CPR/AED training. Many companies still choose to train employees as part of workplace safety and emergency preparedness.

Do I need to bring any equipment to the course?

No equipment needed! All training materials, CPR manikins, AED trainers, and necessary supplies are provided. Just come dressed in comfortable clothing that allows you to kneel and move freely for the practical training.

Will I practice on real AED machines used in Singapore?

Yes. During the course, you will practise using training AED units that simulate the real AED machines commonly found in Singapore. This hands-on practice helps you become familiar with the steps, voice prompts, and pad placement so you can respond confidently in a real emergency.

Do I need medical training to attend this BCLS course?

No medical training required! This course is designed for both medical professionals and the general public. As long as you can speak, read, and understand English, are physically fit, and have no underlying heart/lung conditions or joint injuries, you can attend.

Can I become a BCLS instructor after this course?

Not immediately. This BCLS + AED course is a mandatory prerequisite for becoming a BCLS + AED instructor-trainer. You must first attain your BCLS + AED certificate, then you'll be eligible to enroll in our separate BCLS + AED instructor certification course.

Is this course recognised by the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF)?

This is a nationally certified course with guidelines set by the Singapore Resuscitation and First Aid Council (SRFAC), which sets national standards for resuscitation training. The certification is recognised across Singapore's healthcare and public safety sectors.

Is this course suitable for childcare professionals?

Absolutely! Childcare professionals are specifically mentioned as target participants. The course covers infant and child CPR and choking management, which is essential for anyone working with young children in Singapore's childcare centers, kindergartens, and enrichment centers.

Why are CPR and AED taught together?

CPR and AED work together to save lives during Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA). CPR mimics the heart's action, pumping blood and delivering oxygen to the brain to keep it alive. The AED sends electric shocks to restart the heart. Both are essential - CPR maintains blood flow while the AED attempts to restore normal heart rhythm.

What's the difference between CPR and BCLS?

BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) is the updated, comprehensive term that includes CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) plus additional life-saving skills such as AED usage, managing choking victims, and understanding the chain of survival. BCLS is more comprehensive than CPR alone.

How is adult CPR different from child and infant CPR?

The course covers all three! You'll learn the specific techniques for adults, children, and infants including different compression depths, compression-to-breath ratios, hand positioning, and the use of AED (which varies between adults and children). Understanding these differences is crucial for effective resuscitation.

What will I learn about infant CPR in this course?

You'll learn comprehensive infant resuscitation skills including: performing CPR on infant victims, recognising and managing infant choking (foreign body airway obstruction), and understanding the differences between infant, child, and adult resuscitation techniques. This is crucial for parents, grandparents, and childcare workers.