A person who is choking but can still cough, breathe or make sounds may have a partial airway obstruction. Learn how to recognise the signs, what you should do, what to avoid and when the situation becomes an emergency.
Choking can happen suddenly during a meal or while a child is playing. Learn the warning signs, common causes and differences between partial and severe airway obstruction, plus practical prevention tips and when to call 995 for emergency help in Singapore.
A routine jog became an unexpected emergency when SERA learner Alvin Ho encountered a woman who had collapsed. His experience shows why CPR and AED skills matter. Discover what bystanders can do, how training builds confidence, and why early action is essential in Singapore.
Basic Cardiac Life Support training prepares you to respond when someone collapses or chokes. Discover four reasons to learn BCLS at SERA, including instructor guidance, flexible blended learning and hands-on practice, and explore how these skills can build confidence for emergencies at home, at work and in the community.
Courses* are accredited Singapore Resuscitation and First Aid Council (SRFAC) and recognized by Ministry of Manpower (OFA/OFAR), National Registry of Coaches (NROC) (SFA) and Early Childhood Development Agency (ECDA) (CFA). Courses (PFA/MWFA/PSP) are also conducted in collaboration with Singapore Counselling Centre, accredited by ACC Institute of Human Services. SERA is also certified BizSafe Level 3 and obtained ISO 29993.
