Job training options available in S’pore
From 2015 to 2020, a projected 30,000 more healthcare workers will be needed. As Singapore’s population ages, a whole range of positions are available including nurses, other allied health professionals (including occupational therapists, diagnostic radiographers and medical social workers) and supporting roles. Salaries range from S$2,200 to over S$5,600.
SOME JOB OPTIONS
Senior/Staff Nurse
Salary: S$2,200 to S$4,500
Job description: Perform as a principal nurse in handling, coordinating and delivering patient care. Participate in clinical improvement activities.
Occupational Therapist
Salary: S$3,120 to S$3,600
Job description: Assess clients and develop clinical diagnoses using appropriate assessment techniques, outcome measures and clinical reasoning. Plan, develop and execute appropriate treatment plans.
Diagnostic Radiographer
Salary: S$3,100 to S$5,600
Job description: Perform general radiography independently to produce diagnostic images with demonstration of excellent patient service orientation.
ANNUAL STARTING SALARY IN PUBLIC SECTOR
Enrolled Nurse — S$28,500
Registered Nurse — S$36,900
Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, Diagnostic Radiographer — S$47,100
TRAINING COURSES
WSQ Higher Certificate in Healthcare Support (Therapy Support) by Institute of Health Sciences
Subsidised fee for Singapore citizens and PRs (excluding GST): $474.75 to $949.50
Website: www.hmi-ihs.com/index.php/therapy-service
Advanced Diploma in Nursing (Chronic Disease Management) by Ngee Ann Polytechnic
Subsidised fee for Singapore citizens (including GST): S$150 to S$520
Subsidised fee for Singapore PRs (including GST): S$1,060 to S$1,380
Website: www.np.edu.sg/cet/Pages/coursedetail.aspx?CID=7
PROGRAMMES FOR MID-CAREER PROFESSIONALS
ITE College East
Professional Conversion Programme (PCP) for Enrolled Nurses
Nanyang Polytechnic
PCP for Registered Nurses
Singapore Institute of Technology
PCP for Diagnostic Radiographers
PCP for Occupational Therapists
PCP for Physiotherapists
Singapore Dental Association
PCP for Dental Surgery Assistants
Agency for Integrated Care
Senior Management Associate Scheme
