BCLS+AED Refresher Course

The BCLS+AED Refresher Course aims to provide an efficient update on essential cardiac life-support skills, ensuring that practitioners remain competent and confident in executing life-saving interventions.

Why Choose The BCLS+AED Refresher Course at SFATC?

• Accredited by SRFAC: Specifically audited to meet the requirements for BCLS+AED Refresher in Singapore under the Singapore Resuscitation and First Aid Council.
• Expert Instructor Lead: Our trainers are experienced first aid professionals dedicated to your competency.
• Blended Learning (Maximum Flexibility): Complete your theory modules online (approx. 3.5 hours) at your own pace before attending a single high-intensity practical session at our center.

What You Will Learn:

• Standard CPR With Breaths: The latest resuscitation protocols for maximum effectiveness. 
• AED Operation: Apply and operate an automated external defibrillator (AED) with precision and confidence.
• Infant CPR: Apply correct CPR techniques for infants under 1 years of age.
• Choking (FBAO) Management: Latest methods to help choking adult and infant victims.

Course Delivery & Assessment:

• Phase 1 (Online): Interactive e-learning modules with videos and quizzes.
• Phase 2 (Practical): Face-to-face skills practice with our trainers.
• Phase 3 (Assessment): A practical and theory evaluation to ensure your competency and confidence.

Why Choose SFATC:

• 24 Years Of First Aid Excellence: SFATC has a robust track record of over 2 decades in the first aid training industry
• Over Half A Million Trained: We have trained and certified over 500,000++ learners to date from all sectors
• Locally And Internationally Accredited: SFATC is the only first aid and life support training centre in Singapore that is accredited both locally and internationally
• Singapore’s Highest Rated Training Provider: With over 32,000 Google Reviews and a 4.9-star average, our commitment to excellence speaks for itself. 

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The goal of the BCLS+AED Refresher Course is to equip you to:

• Assess with Speed: Check responsiveness and breathing for adults and infants effectively.
• Perform with Precision: Maintain correct compression-to-ventilation cycles and utilise AED voice prompts.
• Apply Relief Techniques: Execute abdominal thrusts, chest thrusts, and back blows for Foreign Body Airway Obstruction (FBAO).
• Navigate Mobile Apps: Integrate the SCDF myResponder application into emergency responses.
• Complete Assessments Successfully: Attain the capabilities to perform and excel in the theory and practical assessments
• Obtain Professional Certification: Secure your SRFAC-endorsed certificate (valid for 2 years) for BCLS+AED.

To successfully complete the BCLS+AED Refresher Course, you will need to

• Complete all e-learning modules including lessons and quizzes
• Attend all in-class sessions
• Achieve a minimum 80% score for the BCLS+AED Refresher Theory Assessment
• Successfully complete all practical assessments for CPR+AED, Infant CPR, and conscious and unconscious adult and infant choking. 

Although most learners succeed at first try, up to 3 attempts are given to complete all assessments successfully.

BCLS+AED Refresher Course learners must be

• Proficient in English
• Able to perform moderate physical activities such as CPR
• Willing to practice techniques on one another
• Holding a BCLS+AED certification (valid or within 3 months of expiry)

The BCLS+AED Refresher Course is eligible for SSG Funding and SkillsFuture Credits (SFC). This is handled automatically on our Baoza platform. 

SkillsFuture Funding & Eligibility

• Instant Subsidy: Funding is subjected to SSG approval. During registration, your applicable subsidy will be automatically calculated—you only pay the Nett Fee (balance after funding).
• Confirmation: Your seat is secured once your nett fee payment is received.
• Compliance Requirements: To maintain your subsidy, you must record your attendance via the Singpass App and successfully pass all assessments.
• Funding Liability: If SSG requirements are not met (e.g., absence or assessment failure), or if SSG rejects the claim, the participant or sponsoring company will be liable for the full, non-funded course fee.

Payment

• All payment must be made at registration. Please ensure that your payment is complete to secure your spot in the class.

BCLS+AED Refresher Course FAQs:

Who is required to take the BCLS+AED Refresher course? 

The BCLS+AED Refresher is the mandatory standard for healthcare professionals including doctors, nurses, and allied health staff, as well as organisations regulated by the Ministry of Health (MOH). This SRFAC-accredited certification is a core practice requirement, ensuring that clinical providers meet the highest benchmarks for standardised cardiac emergency response within the Singapore healthcare ecosystem.

How long is the SRFAC-recognised BCLS+AED Refresher certification valid? 

The BCLS+AED Refresher certification conferred by the Singapore Resuscitation and First Aid Council (SRFAC) is valid for 2 years. To maintain your professional qualification for compliance and clinical practice, you must attend a refresher course within 3 months of current certificate expiry.

What is the difference between the BCLS+AED Refresher Course and the public CPR+AED Course?

Whilst both teach essential resuscitation, the BCLS+AED Refresher is a more rigorous programme designed for healthcare environments. Unlike the adult centric CPR+AED course for lay rescuers, the BCLS+AED curriculum includes specialised modules for Infant CPR and Infant Foreign Body Airway Obstruction (FBAO). Additionally, whilst public courses often focus on "Hands-only" CPR, this refresher covers standard CPR with ventilations using a bag valve mask (BVM), which is required for clinical practice and JCI accredited organisations.

What specific life-saving skills are covered in the BCLS+AED Refresher Course? 

This intensive session focuses on refreshing your ability to implement the Chain of Survival, perform high-quality CPR (Adult and Infant) with correct compression to ventilation ratios, execute precise AED operations, and manage choking (FBAO) in adults, children, and infants.

Is the BCLS+AED Refresher Course recognized by Ministry of Health (MOH) institutions?

Yes. The BCLS+AED Refresher is fully recognised by Ministry of Health (MOH) institutions as the gold standard for basic life support training. Accredited by the SRFAC, it meets the mandatory clinical practice requirements for doctors and nurses in Singapore and is a prerequisite for personnel working in hospitals under JCI accreditation.

Are there any prerequisites for enrolling in the BCLS+AED Refresher course? 

You must possess a valid or recently expired BCLS+AED (SRFAC) certificate. You should have basic English proficiency and be comfortable with moderate physical activity and be willing to practice techniques on fellow learners.

Can I use my SkillsFuture Credits (SFC) or SSG funding? 

Yes. The BCLS+AED Refresher course is eligible for SSG funding and SkillsFuture Credits. When registering via our Baoza platform, your subsidy is automatically calculated based on your eligibility, allowing you to pay only the nett fee upfront.

How does the Refresher format differ from the Blended BCLS+AED course? 

The BCLS+AED Refresher is a face to face classroom session. Because it is designed for existing providers, it bypasses the foundational online theory and focuses directly on intensive, high speed practical drills and assessments to verify your clinical competency.

If I wish to become a BCLS+AED instructor, does the BCLS+AED Refresher Course meet the prerequisites?

Yes. Successfully completing this SRFAC accredited BCLS+AED programme meets the entry prerequisites for the SRFAC accredited BCLS+AED instructor course in Singapore. It is also a core requirement for Standard First Aid Instructors who intend to teach the Child First Aid (CFA) course for the early childhood sector.

What happens if I miss a session or fail the assessment? 

To remain eligible for SSG funding, you must use the Singpass app for clocking attendance and pass all assessment components. If these requirements are not met, the trainee or sponsoring company may be liable for the full, non funded course fee.

How many attempts do I have for the BCLS+AED Refresher assessments? 

Most learners succeed on their first try due to our interactive coaching; however, should you require it, we provide up to 3 attempts to successfully complete the theory MCQ and practical stations, which include Adult/Infant CPR, AED, and FBAO.

Is the BCLS+AED Refresher Course easy? Will it be difficult to pass the BCLS+AED Refresher Course?

Whilst the course adheres to stringent SRFAC skill performance standards, it is designed to be highly accessible for returning learners. Our experienced trainers provide personalised coaching during the drills to ensure maximum skill precision and retention, leading to a consistently high success rate.

Can I attend the Refresher course if my current certificate has already expired?

Yes, you may still attend the refresher if your certificate has recently expired (within the 3 months window), provided you still possess the core knowledge and skills required for the practical assessments. However, if your certification has expired for an extended period, or if you find that you have lost touch, it is highly recommended to take the full Blended Course to ensure you remain updated on major changes to the theory component or to resuscitation protocols.

Does this refresher course cover the use of the bag valve mask (BVM) for ventilations?

Yes, unlike standard public CPR courses that focus on mouth to mouth or hands only techniques, the BCLS+AED Refresher specifically trains healthcare providers in the use of the bag valve mask (BVM). This is a critical skill for clinical settings where professional equipment is available to provide effective ventilations during a resuscitation attempt.