DARE programme

The Dispatcher-Assisted first REsponder (DARE) programme is an initiative fully funded by Singapore's Ministry of Health (MOH) and implemented by UPEC to strengthen responsiveness to medical emergencies and to raise the level of preparedness in the community. Sudden cardiac arrest is a medical emergency that requires immediate response. The key message the DARE programme aims to deliver during the training is that anyone can provide the necessary actions to save a life.

DARE is a 45-minute programme comprising training through educational videos and a practical session without technical terminologies. This is a simplified programme without certification. Participants are taught how to respond when they witness a cardiac arrest and are guided through step-by-step instructions. The key messages are:

• Call 995 and stay on the line (on how to cooperate with the 995 specialist)

• Push hard and fast (perform simplified CPR (CardioPulmonary Resuscitation))

• Use an AED (Automated External Defibrillator)

Over 100,000 people, ranging from primary school-age children to elders, have benefitted from the DARE programme, at no cost to participants.

The minimum and maximum class sizes are 20 and 80 pax, respectively, per training session. For organisations that are keen on the programme, our DARE team can work with their staff in charge to confirm the training site and requirements. Multiple training sessions can be scheduled in advance based on the availability of staff and the training site (usually a conference room/training room).

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DARE programme (Supplementary)

Child and Infant CPR

Complementing the DARE programme, participants can also learn how to perform chest compressions and mouth-to-mouth ventilations on children (aged 1-12 years) and infants (under 1 year) in an additional 30 minutes.

Preschoolers

We believe that education should start early. Through storytelling, young participants (aged 4-6 years) learn the emergency ambulance number (995) and gain a basic understanding of chest compressions and how to use an AED.

Train-the-Trainer

Sustaining the DARE programme in our community is crucial. A Train-the-Trainer (TTT) workshop has been introduced to schools, corporations, and interest groups to train volunteers as DARE adjunct trainers.

MHA's SGSecure Movement

In response to the threat of terrorism, SGSecure advisories are incorporated in the DARE programme during community centre sessions.

Primary & Secondary Schools

Collaboration with the Ministry of Education provides hands-on CPR+AED training to Secondary One students, with theory-based knowledge included in Primary Five’s Health Education.

Migrant Domestic Workers

With support from the Ministry of Manpower (MOM), first-time migrant domestic workers will receive a brief CPR+AED introduction as part of their Settling-In Programme to better support Singapore’s ageing population.

Having questions regarding CPR+AED or the DARE programme?
Our Frequently Asked Questions may have the answer you need.