Overview

Learn the skills and knowledge in support the roles as a community care associate in providing safe and person-centred care to patients/clients in a variety of community care organisations.

Award of Certification

WSQ HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN HEALTHCARE By SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG)

Full Qualification Modules

• CLIENT ASSESSMENT IN THERAPY SUPPORT
• EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION IN NURSING
• NUTRITION AND FLUIDS MANAGEMENT IN NURSING
• PATIENT CARE DELIVERY IN NURSING
• WORKPLACE SAFETY AND HEALTH

Duration

2 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