Overview

CERT First Aider Course is customised and designed for Emergency Responders who required the knowledge and skill sets to perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and operate an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) as well as administer the basic first aid required during incident before the arrival of medical assistance. Perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Operate an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Manage sprains, dislocations, cuts, fractures and burns. Use safe manual casualty handling and carrying techniques

* Please note that course funding is not applicable for this course.

Course Content

1. Definition of First Aid
2. Aims of First Aid
3. Responsibilities and Duties of First Aider
4. Universal Precautions
5. Introduction to First Aid box contents and its use
6. Explain different types of bleeding
7. Manage bleeding
8. Manage fractures and dislocation
9. Manage sprains and strains
10. Manage burns
11. Apply principles and techniques in applying bandages
12. Improvised carrying techniques
13. Outline the basic anatomy and physiology of the circulatory system especially the heart
14. Explain the chain of Survival
15. Apply the principles of resuscitation
16. Apply Universal precautions (including use of resuscitation mask)
17. Apply resuscitation sequence and techniques for one-man CPR
18. Use AED

Course Objective

At the end of the course, the learners should be able to: Explain the basic concept of first aid Manage various situations, such as sprains, dislocations, cuts, fractures and burns Use improvised carrying techniques for transportation Apply CPR and AED in emergency situations

For Whom

This course aims to provide the Emergency Team members (RT) with the skills and knowledge and skill sets to perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and operate an Automated External Defibrillator(AED) as well as administer the basic first aid required during incident before the arrival of medical assistance.

Entry Requirement

Pre-requisites: – Preferably no history or underlying medical and lung conditions – Must be medically fit with no pre-existing medical conditions such as knee, spinal or joints injury. Please consult your doctor before attending the course.

Document Submission

Valid Work Permit / S Pass / Employment Pass / NRIC copy / Valid Passport Copy

Certification

A CPR & AED with 2 years validity accredited by NTC upon successful completion of course and assessment.

Upon successful completion of the course, a Certificate & Card from Global Training Services will be issued to all successful participants.

FAQ

What are Multi Skills and Core Trade courses?

Multiskill
Worker able to attend 2 cert with different trade

Coretrade
Construction Registration of Tradesmen, or CoreTrade, is a registration scheme administered by the Building and Construction Authority (BCA) for skilled and experienced construction personnel in the various key construction trades.

What is R1?

As MOM require, all construction firms must have at least 10% of their work permit holders (WPHs) to be qualified as “Higher Skilled” R1 workers. Construction personnel registered under the Multi-skilling Scheme are qualified as “Higher Skilled” R1 workers under the Ministry of Manpower (MOM)’s Foreign Worker Levy Scheme.

Who can attend Multi Skills and Core Trade course?

Worker’s NRIC (for Singaporean and Singapore PR) or valid work permit/employment pass (for foreigner)(front and back in a single page)

What is the criteria to attend the Multi Skills or Core Trade course for low levy?

Multiskill
– Worker’s NRIC (for Singaporean and Singapore PR) or valid work permit/employment pass (for foreigner)(front and back in a single page)
– Min 4 years experience in construction sector in Singapore
1) Have two (2) recognised Skills Evaluation Certiifcate [ SEC/SEC(K) ] of different trades
2) Have a minimum of four (4) years of construction experience in Singapore
Or
1) One (1) Skills Evaluation Certificate [ SEC/SEC(K) ]
2) Have a minimum of six (6) years of construction experience in Singapore;
3) Completed 120 hours of training in approved safety-related courses.
Or
1) One (1) Skills Evaluation Certificate [ SEC/SEC(K) ]
2) Have a minimum of six (6) years of construction experience in Singapore.
3) Obtained WSQ Advanced Certificate in Workplace Safety and Health.

Coretrade
1. Worker’s NRIC (for Singaporean and Singapore PR) or valid work permit/employment pass (for foreigner)(front and back in a single page)
2. Min 4 years experience in construction sector in Singapore
3. Apply Acknowledgement Notice (AN)

How much will the levy be lowered after the worker attends Multi Skills / Core Trade course?

What are the benefits for R1 worker?

For the construction sector, the maximum number of years a worker can work in Singapore on a Work Permit is as follows:
NTS (India, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Philippines), PRC (China) in Basic Skilled – 14 years
NTS (India, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Philippines), PRC (China) in Higer Skilled – 26 years

How to apply to upgrade my workers to R1?

Multiskill
1. Valid Work Pass
2. Valid Passport
3. WP Online (Download form MOM Website)
4. SEC(K) Certificate 5. Acknowledgement Notice (AN) *Can apply after course

Coretrade
1. Valid Work Pass
2. Valid Passport
3. WP Online (Download form MOM Website)
4. Acknowledgement Notice (AN)

Worker is currently under other sector, is he able to register for Multi Skills or Core Trade course?

Multiskill
Yes, as long as the candidates is holding NRIC (for Singaporean and Singapore PR) or valid work permit/employment pass (for foreigner)

Coretrade
No, it is only available for construction worker and over 4 years constryction experience in Singapore

What is a direct R1 scheme?

The Direct R1 Scheme was implemented, on 1 Sep 2015, to provide another alternative pathway for the industry to upgrade their construction workers. It allows those who pass the Skills Evaluation Certificate (Knowledge), SEC(K), test at higher skill level and draw a fixed monthly salary of $1,600 or more, to be considered as R1 (Higher Skilled) workers; under the Ministry of Manpower Tiered-Levy Scheme.

Worker misplaced the Skills Evaluation Certificate (K) cert, is he able to attend the Multi Skills or Core Trade course?

Multiskill
Yes, you may proceed to request statement (SEC(K)). Its is cost $24 nett and 10 working days processing time.

Coretrade
Yes, there is NO upload require SEC(K) cert for coretrade registration

What are the documents needed to submit for registration of Multi Skills or Core Trade course?

Multiskill
1. Valid Work Pass
2. Valid Passport
3. WP Online (Download form MOM Website)
4. SEC(K) Certificate 5. Acknowledgement Notice (AN) *Can apply after course

Coretrade
1. Valid Work Pass
2. Valid Passport
3. WP Online (Download form MOM Website)
4. Acknowledgement Notice (AN)

How long is the processing time to lower levy?

Once the test end, BCA will release the result to ATTC after 10 working days, and the certificate will be take around 1 month to receieved. After received the cert, HR may proceed to apply the acknowledgement notice (AN) for upgrading. Its take 14 to 28 working days. When AN is ready, company may monitor the levy rate as it is auto lower the levy.

How long is the renewal process for R1?

Every 2 years

What is an Acknowledgement Notice (AN)?

A notice to notify MOM to upgrade the worker from R2 to R1

1. Definition of First Aid
2. Aims of First Aid
3. Responsibilities and Duties of First Aider
4. Universal Precautions
5. Introduction to First Aid box contents and its use
6. Explain different types of bleeding
7. Manage bleeding
8. Manage fractures and dislocation
9. Manage sprains and strains
10. Manage burns
11. Apply principles and techniques in applying bandages
12. Improvised carrying techniques
13. Outline the basic anatomy and physiology of the circulatory system especially the heart
14. Explain the chain of Survival
15. Apply the principles of resuscitation
16. Apply Universal precautions (including use of resuscitation mask)
17. Apply resuscitation sequence and techniques for one-man CPR
18. Use AED

At the end of the course, the learners should be able to: Explain the basic concept of first aid Manage various situations, such as sprains, dislocations, cuts, fractures and burns Use improvised carrying techniques for transportation Apply CPR and AED in emergency situations

This course aims to provide the Emergency Team members (RT) with the skills and knowledge and skill sets to perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and operate an Automated External Defibrillator(AED) as well as administer the basic first aid required during incident before the arrival of medical assistance.

Pre-requisites: – Preferably no history or underlying medical and lung conditions – Must be medically fit with no pre-existing medical conditions such as knee, spinal or joints injury. Please consult your doctor before attending the course.

Valid Work Permit / S Pass / Employment Pass / NRIC copy / Valid Passport Copy

A CPR & AED with 2 years validity accredited by NTC upon successful completion of course and assessment.

Upon successful completion of the course, a Certificate & Card from Global Training Services will be issued to all successful participants.