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Basic Health Literacy Workshop (Synchronous e-learning)
Programme Code: TGS-2021010447
Mode of Delivery
Online (Live)
Duration
2-half days
Date / Time
- 09/11/2024 8:30 am - 1:30 pm, 16/11/2024 8:30 am - 1:30 pm (Run 1)
- 15/02/2025 8:30 am - 1:30 pm, 22/02/2025 8:30 am - 1:30 pm (Run 2)
Course Dates are subject to change in accordance with SSG funding guidelines as of course commencement. Register your interest for the course and we will reach out to you when registration opens.
Programme Highlights
Health literacy can help individuals choose a healthier lifestyle, care for themselves and those around them better, and take advantage of preventive measures. This workshop aims to educate and equip participants with basic health-related knowledge and skills in the following healthcare topics such as nutrition, exercise, medications, health screening and vaccinations, healthcare finances, complementary medicine and mind health.
At the end of this workshop, you will be able to recognise:
- Healthy eating habits for adults and older persons
- Exercise do’s and don’ts for adults and older persons
- How medications work in general and understand prescription labels better
- Key symptoms, risk factors and treatment options associated with some chronic illnesses
- Healthcare financing options in Singapore
- Preventive health measures to understand the need for health screening
- Mindfulness practices for greater resilience, focus, and healthy ageing
Benefits of Attending
- Choose a healthier lifestyle
- Take preventive measures
- Live a higher quality life
Who Should Attend
- Care coordinators
- Community-based health ambassadors
- Healthcare assistants
- Anyone keen on improving their basic health literacy skills and knowledge
Trainer Profile
A multidisciplinary team of trainers consisting of esteemed faculty and healthcare professionals from NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, NUS Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health and National University Health System will be conducting each sub-section of the course.
Course Agenda
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Topics
Day 1
- Knowing your Medications
- Complementary and Alternative Medicine
- Mind Health
- Healthcare Finances
Day 2
- Preventive Health: Health Screening and Vaccinations
- Nutritional Needs as We Age
- Exercise Habits as We Age
Pre-Requisites and Assessment
Participants are required to be English literate.
Assessment components include quiz & oral assessment.
Awards and Certification
All participants will receive a Certificate of Completion upon passing all assessment components.
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Course Fee
International Participants
Singapore Citizens1 39 years old or younger
Singapore Citizens1 40 years old or older eligible for MCES2
Singapore PR
Enhanced Training Support For SMEs3
Full Programme Fee
$850
$850
$850
$850
$850
Less: SSG Grant Amount4
–
$595
$595
$595
$595
Nett Course Fee
$850
$255
$255
$255
$255
9% GST on Nett Course Fee
$76.50
$22.95
$22.95
$22.95
$22.95
Total Nett Course Fee Payable including GST
$926.50
$277.95
$277.95
$277.95
$277.95
Less Additional Funding if Eligible Under Various Schemes
–
–
$170
–
$170
Total Nett Cost Fee Payable, Including GST, after additonal funding from the various funding schemes
$926.50
$277.95
$107.95
$277.95
$107.95
1) All self-sponsored Singaporeans aged 25 and above can use their SkillsFuture Credit to pay for the course fee.
2) Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES): Singaporeans aged 40 and above may enjoy subsidies up to 90% of the course fee.
3) Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS): SME-sponsored employees (Singapore Citizens and PRs) may enjoy subsidies up to 90% of the course fee.
4) Learners must pass all assessment components to successfully complete the course and receive a Certificate of Completion. Please note that learners may have to bear the full course fee if they fail to meet this requirement.
Application Deadline
Register your interest for the course and we will reach out to you when registration opens.
Terms & Conditions / Cancellation Policy
- The scheduled course run will proceed only if the minimum class size is met.
- We reserve the right to cancel or postpone any course or change the venue due to unforeseen circumstances.
- In the event of a cancellation and the fee has been paid, a full refund will be made to registrants.
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