Training Opportunities
As a volunteer with the Singapore Red Cross, you have the opportunity to embark on an enriching journey that includes diverse training sessions from various programs and services. These trainings not only prepares you for your next volunteering role but also play a significant part in your personal development and growth within our organization.
Please note that the training offered can be either conducted or sponsored by your respective program. It's essential to keep in mind that Training Hours will only be credited for events conducted by SRC departments or programs. These credits will be accurately reflected in our Volunteer Portal. The training sessions cover a range of topics, including program-specific training, skills development, and volunteer leadership, among others.
If you have any uncertainties or questions regarding the training opportunities or any other matter, please feel free to reach out to us at volunteer@redcross.sg. We are here to support and guide you in your volunteer journey.
Responder for Resilience Programme
Are you interested in joining the Singapore Red Cross as a first aider, psychological first aider, and ElderAid volunteer who befriends the isolated elderly?
If so, join our Responder for Resilience training programme (worth $500+) to acquire various skills and be deployed for various volunteering opportunities as a First Aider or an ElderAid volunteer with the Singapore Red Cross Society (SRC). You can do your part to build a resilient community!
About this programme
This training programme focuses on strengthening the Singapore Red Cross’ role in meeting the humanitarian needs in the community both in Singapore and abroad to support the transformative initiative, One Billion Coalition, by the International Federation of the Red Cross (IFRC). The objectives include the following:
Building an organisation that is “ Making A National Impact - Being of Global and Regional Significance”
Building ONE Strong National Society - Strengthening the Foundation Departments
Building Resilient Communities in Singapore and Beyond through meaningful, relevant, dynamic programmes
Criteria:
Minimum 16 years old and above
Must attend all three (3) courses to complete this programme
What can you expect?
The two-weekend programme is consist of the following courses*:
Standard First Aid + AED (2 days)
Psychological First Aid (1 day)
Befriending (1 day)
*These courses include a nominal fee ($50) which is refundable upon completion of all three courses.
Upon completion, you will be able to:
Be certified as a First Aider to perform life-saving skills
Provide psychological support to uplift and support affected persons
Demonstrate befriending skills and forge ethical bonds with beneficiaries
UPDATE - Thank you for the overwhelming response, our classes are fully registered for 2023.
Do click on the registration links below for 2024 Responder for Resilience classes!
Kindly note that if payment is not received within the payment period, you will automatically be part of the waiting list.
If you have any SFA, PFA or Befriending valid license or certificate, you will be exempted and attend the other trainings. Please click here to sign up.
If you do not possess any SFA, PFA, or Befriending license / certifications, please click/ scan below to register through our Volunteer Portal.
IMPORTANT: Screening is required, and only shortlisted applicants who have successfully made payment will receive a confirmation email.
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1 Jun 2024 (Sat) - 9 Jun 2024 (Sun)