About Course
This module explores the application of research evidence in clinical practice. Through hands-on activities and critical reflection, learners will develop competencies in research design, statistical interpretation, and evidence appraisal.
Learners will engage in the full cycle of evidence-based practice—from identifying a clinical area of interest and sourcing relevant literature, to evaluating gaps, barriers, and facilitators in implementation. The course also explores ethical and professional dimensions, encouraging learners to reflect on personal and societal values, and how these shape ethical decision-making in healthcare.
Learners will examine tensions between organisational demands and societal expectations, gaining clarity on ethical dilemmas faced in everyday clinical interactions.
Delivered through a blended learning approach with flexible scheduling, this module is designed to meet the needs of adult learners. Learning activities and assessments are aligned with workplace realities, supporting skill development and enhancing service delivery.
Skills you’ll gain
Health Sciences
Adult and Geriatric Rehabilitation
Who Should Attend
- Any healthcare professionals
Prerequisites
- Related and relevant health-science-related qualifications and working experience
Documents and information you would need to complete this application:
Please upload documents under Online Applications - Supporting Documents section.
- Employment support letter (Includes applicant's area of work) *
- Recognised BSc degree in any of the health sciences registrable with the local regulatory bodies *
- Transcript of highest relevant qualification*
- Professional certification
- Answers to the following questions:
- Your reasons for pursuing the module (100 - 150 words)
- Why did you select SIT over other academic institutions? (100 - 150 words)
- What do you hope to achieve at the completion of the module? (100 - 150 words)
* Mandatory Documents
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the principles of evidence-based practice and formulate clinical questions to guide decision-making.
- Identify and evaluate different types and levels of evidence, including peer-reviewed research and grey literature.
- Develop effective search strategies to retrieve relevant articles and resources from databases and grey literature sources.
- Apply ethical and professional frameworks to assess medical dilemmas, cultural influences, and workplace issues in healthcare.
- Critically appraise research studies, considering design, bias, quality, and relevance to clinical practice.
- Translate research findings into practice, while considering ethical implications and global healthcare contexts.
- Engage in reflective practice to support continuous learning and improvement.
- Implement and evaluate evidence-based interventions, using clinical guidelines, decision-making frameworks, and outcome measurement tools.
- Recognize barriers and facilitators to implementing evidence-based practice and apply strategies to overcome them.
- Assess the quality and value of healthcare practices through process and outcome evaluation.
Teaching Team
Kwah Li Khim
Associate Prof/Director of Prog, Health and Social Sciences, Singapore Institute of Technology
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Course Details
Schedule
| WEEK | TOPICS |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Evidence Based Practice (EBP) – what it is and what it is not |
| Week 2 | Asking the clinical question |
| Week 3 | Acquiring the research evidence Appraising the research evidence |
| Week 4 | Applying the results in clinical practice |
| Week 5 | Assessing the results in clinical practice |
| Week 6 | Quiz (30%) |
| Week 7 | Break |
| Week 8 | Ethics and Healthcare |
| Week 9 | Quality Improvement Implementation Science – the healthcare challenge |
| Week 10 | Break |
| Week 11 | Literature review (35%) |
| Week 13 | Group Presentation (35%) |
Fee Structure
The full fee for this course is S$4,469.00.
| Funding Category | Eligible Funding | Course Fees Payable After Funding |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore Citizen (Below 40) | 70% | S$1,340.70 |
| Singapore Citizen (Above 40) Funded under SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES) | 90% | S$520.70 |
| Singapore PR / LTVP+ Holder | 70% | S$1,340.70 |
| Non-Singapore Citizen | Not Eligible | S$4,469.00 |
Note: All fees above include GST. GST applies to individuals and Singapore-registered companies.
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