1. Who is this for?
   Social service and healthcare professionals who are seeking specialised clinical training in mental health and psychotherapy, or who wish to develop skills and knowledge as a mental health counsellor.

2. Can I defer admission?
   No, unless candidates can present strong justifications for deferring admission. Candidates are encouraged to apply for the academic year they would like to commence.

3. How often will MCMHP be offered?
   We will offer MCMHP on a yearly basis.

4. Is MCMHP open for full-time and part-time students?
   Yes, we welcome both full-time and part-time students.

5. Is there housing available for master’s students?
   Full-time NUS Graduate students may apply for a place in selected Student Residences. The Residences offer independent living in a communal setting with opportunities for cross cultural interaction. For more information, visit https://nus.edu.sg/osa/student-services/hostel-admission/graduate

6. Do I have access to NUS libraries?
   Yes, both full-time and part-time students with an NUS matriculation card have access to NUS libraries.

7. I’m having issues with the application portal. Whom should I reach out to for assistance?
   For further inquiries and assistance, please contact course administrator: MSC Education Team |  Email: msc_edu@nus.edu.sg

1. How do I apply for the master’s programme?
   Applications are submitted online through the NUS Graduate Admission System (GDA2) portal: https://inetapps.nus.edu.sg/GDA2/Home.aspx Follow the application guideline for a step-by-step guide.Please refer to the application checklist to ensure that you have all the supporting documents before starting your application. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; hence we recommend submitting your application early as application volume increases significantly near the application closing deadline.

2. The application portal requires me to upload proof of affordability. What kind of documents should I submit?Prospective international students are required to provide supporting documents for financial backing, such as a confirmation letter from a sponsor, a bank statement, or proof of a scholarship or other awarded funds. The financial documentation should demonstrate a minimum amount of SGD$65,400 and expenses of living in Singapore.

3. Is there a guideline for writing the Personal Statement?
   Please include the following prompts in your personal statement:

a. Why do you wish to undertake this training program? (300-400 words)
b. Explain how your experiences have made you ready to start this training program now. (300-400 words)
c. Explain how you have managed to cope with a stressful interpersonal situation using your personal qualities/strengths. What did you learn from this? (300-400 words)

1. Is clinical or work experience required for admission?
   Preference will be given to candidates who have at least 1-3 years of experience in providing direct care to persons with mental health issues. Candidates without relevant clinical or work experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Non-clinically trained individuals may consider the stackable certificates pathway.

2. Is there any age limit?
   No. Individuals of any age are encouraged to submit their applications.

3. Will recent Psychology graduates with a strong academic record but limited work experience be considered, or is the program exclusively intended for mid-career professionals?
   Yes, fresh graduates in Psychology with a strong academic track record and limited work experience will be considered for the program. The application process involves a case-by-case evaluation and an admission interview conducted by the core program faculty.

   Fresh graduates who demonstrate exceptional academic achievements, a solid track record, and receive positive recommendations from academic references are encouraged to apply.

4. I am a mid-career switcher, can I apply to MCMHP?
   Relevant professional experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Non-clinically trained individuals may consider the stackable certificates pathway.

5. I do not have an Honours Bachelor’s degree. Can I apply to MCMHP?
   Candidates are welcome to apply for the course even if they do not have an Honours Bachelor’s Degree. The application process includes a case-by-case evaluation.

   To enhance your application, it is recommended that you provide evidence highlighting your relevant experience in the field. This additional information will be taken into consideration during the evaluation process.

1. What is the tuition fee for the master’s programme?
   S$65,400 (incl. 9% GST)

   Tuition fee stated above covers the whole duration of the programme (18-months full-time; 30-months part-time). This is a self-funding programme. Students can apply directly to the sponsoring organisations for various scholarships.

   • For self-funding students, tuition fee is payable in equal instalments at the start of each semester.

   • For students who are sponsored by organisations, full tuition fee is payable at the commencement of the programme.

2. Are there scholarships / subsidy / financial aid available?
   Full and partial scholarships will be awarded to outstanding candidates (Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents). Institutional staff members are encouraged to enquire with their respective organisations regarding their eligibility to access institutional scholarships or fund.

   Please indicate in your application form if you would like to be considered for the scholarship. You would be required to submit additional documents should your application be shortlisted. 

3. Is the course eligible for SkillsFuture Credits?
   Our course is not eligible for SkillsFuture funding. However, Singapore Citizens aged 25 and above can use their SkillsFuture Credit to offset our master’s and graduate certificate course fees. Visit the SkillsFuture Credit website for instructions.

4. I am an NUS Alumni. Am I eligible for the 10% tuition fee rebate
   No. Our course is currently not eligible for NUS Alumni tuition fee rebate. We will closely monitor and re-evaluate this alternative in the future.

1. Are there opportunities for clinical placements?
   Students will undertake two 20-weeks clinical placements at one of the reputable placement sites arranged by the programme. These placements will occur in public hospitals, community settings, or private clinics. During this period, students will gain exposure to a total of 120 hours of practicum, along with 40 hours of individual clinical supervision and 40 hours of group supervision.

   The placement modules are designed to offer concentrated exposure to two distinct modalities, which encompass both observation and active participation in sessions led by seasoned clinicians.

2. Are the clinical placements limited locally?
   Course-arranged clinical placements are for local accredited sites with accredited supervisors. We would be happy to consider if students need to be sited overseas, on a case by case to be reviewed by the Curriculum Panel.

3. For placement supervision, will the supervisors be psychotherapists, psychologists, psychiatrists or from other professions?
   Yes, our supervisors are qualified as psychotherapists, psychologists, counsellors, systemic therapists and family therapists.

1. What is the class size for MCMHP?
   The cohort for the first batch is 20 Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) students.

2. What is the learning model for MCMHP?
   MCMHP classes will be delivered both physically on campus and online through lectures, clinical integration tutorials, workshops, and symposiums.

3. What is the assessment method for MCMHP modules?
   Students will be assessed through diverse methods, including class participation, quizzes, written examinations, Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE), capstone projects, and clinical placements.

1. Can I transfer credits from another institution?
   Credit transfers will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Kindly contact our course administrator to share your transcript & relevant module descriptions for review.

2. Is there a possibility of module/credit exemptions if I have attended a similar course?
   Module/credit exemptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Kindly contact our course administrator to share your transcript & relevant module descriptions for review.

3. Is it possible to convert from full-time to part-time or vice versa?
   We strongly advise students against switching, as specific modules are available only in certain semesters. Requests for a switch will only be considered in exceptional circumstances, and if a switch is deemed necessary, it must be done at the end of a semester, not midway. https://www.nus.edu.sg/registrar/academic-information-policies/graduate/candidature-matters

1. What do MCMHP graduates label themselves with a professional title?
   MCMHP graduates can call themselves Mental Health Practitioners and/or Mental Health Counsellors.

2. How will the MCMHP graduates fit into the current mental health network?
   The programme aims to train graduates to practice at Tier 2-3 level of the National Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2023.

3. What is the career prospects for MCMHP graduates?
   The MCMHP programme aims to equip our students with the necessary skills in counselling and psychotherapy, to allow them to practice competently in the field. There is currently a need for trained mental health practitioners in Singapore. It is expected that graduates will be able to secure posts upon graduation.

4. Will graduates be considered as Psychologists?
   No, MCMHP graduates would not be considered as Psychologists as the training is not an applied Psychology post-graduate training programme.

5. Can graduates register for counselling or psychotherapy memberships?
   To register as a counsellor or psychotherapist, please consult the websites provided below. Kindly approach them directly, as we are unable to offer guidance on their behalf.
   – Singapore Association for Counselling (SAC): https://sacsingapore.org/
   – Association of Psychotherapists and Counsellors Singapore (APACS): https://apacs.org.sg/

1. What is the stackable certificates pathway?
   The MCMHP programme is stackable to cater to the different backgrounds and interests of potential students, especially for non-clinically trained professionals and mid-career switchers. Students can transfer credits from the following graduate certificates and executive certificate taken within 5 years. Beside completing and passing the 3 certificates, students would also need to complete and pass the remaining modules (ie. workshops, symposium, 2 clinical placements and a capstone project) to meet the graduation requirements of the MCMHP programme.

2. When will the Stackable Certificates be offered?
   The Graduate Certificate in Clinical Mental Health (GCCMH) will be offered together with the MCMHP programme in January 2025 (2 semesters).

   The Executive Certificate in Public Mental Health (ECPMH) will be launched in August 2025 (2 semesters).

   The Graduate Certificate in Psychotherapy (GCP) will be launched in the following year, January 2026 (2 semesters).

3. What are the similarities and differences between the Master’s programme and the stackable certificates?
   Students selecting the stackable pathways will engage with identical modules as those in the MCMHP program, aligning with the three curriculum pillars: clinical mental health, public mental health, and psychotherapy skills. Upon successful completion of the three certificates, they have the option to supplement their studies with the remaining modules if they wish to pursue a Master’s degree. The flexible nature of stackable certificates permits students to spread their coursework over a maximum period of five years to fulfil all necessary module requirements.

1. Is the MCMHP programme open to international students?
   Yes, international students are welcome to apply for the MCMHP programme. However, please note that international applicants must secure admission to a full-time course in Singapore in order to be eligible to apply for a Student Pass.

2. Are there scholarships available for international students?
   The scholarship offered is currently open only to Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents. However, there is a possibility of extending eligibility to international students in the future.

3. I am an international student. What is the estimated living cost in Singapore?
   Please refer to this website for the estimated annual cost of living in Singapore: https://www.nus.edu.sg/oam/financial-aid/moe-tuition-grant-tuition-fees-and-cost-of-living/cost-of-living