Overview

Learn the basic skills and knowledge in Physiotherapy and Occupational therapy services to assist the therapists with the delivery of treatments for patients. Upon completion of this course, you can work in a hospital, nursing home, day rehabilitation centre and senior care centre.

Career Prospects & Progression

Skilled TAs have good career prospects and are high in demand. Graduates can expect a stable and secure entry career in healthcare. With a friendly attitude and good work ethics, graduates can look forward to promising career progression.

Therapy Assistant > Senior Therapy Assistant

Award of Certification

WSQ HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN HEALTHCARE (THERAPY SUPPORT)

By SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG)

Full Qualification Modules

• EMERGENCY RESPONSE AND CRISIS MANAGEMENT
• CLIENT EDUCATION IN THERAPY SUPPORT
• CLIENT ASSESSMENT IN THERAPY SUPPORT
• INTERVENTION IMPLEMENTATION IN THERAPY SUPPORT
• GROUP THERAPY PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION
• PROFESSIONAL, LEGAL AND ETHICAL HEALTHCARE PRACTICE

Duration

2.5 Months (Full-Time)

Delivery Methods

The course comprises of classroom lessons, skills laboratory training and clinical attachment in a healthcare organization.

Assessment Methods

Oral/written tests, assignments and practical performance.

Graduation Criteria

The criteria for graduation are based on students’ attendance and assessment results. Students must meet the 75% attendance criteria, as well as complete and pass all assessments of the course before they are able to graduate and receive their Certificate. All full qualification courses comprise theory, practical and clinical attachment assessments.

• Obtained at least a pass at GCE ‘O’ or ‘N’ level (any subject), OR
• Obtained Workplace Literacy and Numeracy (WPLN) Level 4 (Speak, Listen, Read & Numeracy) and Level 3 (Writing), OR
• In-service Healthcare or Basic Care Attendants/Assistants

COURSE FEE