Course Overview
Domain
Health and Social Sciences
Format
Modular Certification Course
Duration
3+ months
Fee Subsidy
Up to 90% SF Funding
Updated: 14 July 2023
Due to recent changes in the Modular Certification Pathway in Elder Health and Rehabilitation, we have temporarily paused the acceptance of new candidate applications for this module. This decision has been made to ensure that we can provide the best possible experience for our current learners and make necessary adjustments to improve the programme.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to our team here.
Cognitive rehabilitation is an important aspect of the overall management of patients with mild to moderate dementia, e.g. early stages of Alzheimer’s disease.
This module provides participants with an opportunity to adopt an evidence-based approach to managing elder patients with cognitive disorders.
The pathophysiology of dementia and its impact on cognitive functions are addressed. The effects of ageing on brain function and the consequent functional, behavioural, and psychosocial outcomes are explored.
This module uses blended learning pedagogy and flexible scheduling for adult learners. The learning activities and assessment strategies will reflect workplace demands, upskill module participants and enhance service delivery.
Who Should Attend
- Any healthcare professionals interested in the health and rehabilitation of elder people
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
- English proficiency test, IELTS 7.0 or equivalent^
- 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
^ If applicant's basic professional qualification was not obtained from Singapore, Australia, Canada (except Quebec), New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom, and the United States of America)
What You Will Learn
- Demonstrate a knowledge of the cognitive impairments associated with ageing and dementia and critique the evidence-based interventions that are used in the management of this condition
- Source, appraise, and translate the relevant research in the field of dementia and its application to the real world
- Analyse the impact of cognitive decline and dementia on the person, their family, and wider community
- Outline the psychosocial, financial, and economic costs of dementia care and how this varies between countries and cultures
- Design an evidence-based service initiative/intervention that enhances dementia care and/or support for carers
Teaching Team
Peter Tay Kay Chai
Assistant Professor, Health and Social Sciences, Singapore Institute of Technology
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Lester Jones
Senior Lecturer, Health and Social Sciences, Singapore Institute of Technology
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Schedule
| Week | Topics |
|---|---|
| Week 1 |
Introduction to module cognitive function and decline in ageing and mild cognitive impairment |
| Week 2 |
Webcast: brain health and active ageing |
| Week 3 | Cognitive function in ageing and workforce |
| Week 4 | Watch assigned movie and write a 200-word on discussion board reflecting on concepts explored in the movie and workplace experience |
| Week 5 |
Webcast: Singapore study on older persons with cognitive impairments |
| Week 6 | Aetiology and progression of dementia and subtypes Early signs and symptoms, classification of Alzheimer’s disease, progression of non-Alzheimer’s dementia Imaging and other investigations Medical management of dementia |
| Week 7 | Recess Week |
| Week 8 |
Nursing management for persons with dementia (PwD) |
| Week 9 | Webcast: Eco-system of care for PwD in Asia and Singapore |
| Week 10 | Webcast: Community care for PwD |
| Week 11 | Technology and environmental design in the care of persons with dementia Innovation in care models Design thinking: environment for persons with dementia Physical exercise for persons with dementia |
| Week 12 | Palliative Care for PwD |
| Week 13 | Caregiving for persons with dementia |
| Week 14 | Assignment Presentation |
Certificate and Assessment
A Certificate of Participation will be issued to participants who
- Attend at least 75% of the module
- Undertake non-credit bearing assessment during the module
A Certificate of Attainment will be issued to participants who
- Attend at least 75% of the module, and
- Candidates who pass the Assessment criteria of the respective module will earn 6 credits, which are stackable for Postgraduate Certificate and Postgraduate Diploma qualifications
- Candidates who pass 4 modules (totalling 24 credits) with a CGPA of 2.5 or more will be awarded the Postgraduate Certificate in Elder Health and Rehabilitation by Singapore Institute of Technology
- Candidates who pass 8 modules (totalling 48 credits) with a CGPA of 2.5 or more will be awarded the Postgraduate Diploma in Elder Health and Rehabilitation by Singapore Institute of Technology
Fee Structure
The full fee for this course is S$4,251.00.
| Category | After SF Funding |
|---|---|
| Singapore Citizen (Below 40) | S$1,275.30 |
| Singapore Citizen (40 & Above) | S$495.30 |
| Singapore PR / LTVP+ Holder | S$1,275.30 |
| Non-Singapore Citizen | S$4,251.00 (No Funding) |
Note: All fees above include GST. GST applies to individuals and Singapore-registered companies.
Course Runs
Learning Pathway
Earn a Postgraduate Certificate/Diploma
The Postgraduate Qualifications in Elder Health and Rehabilitation are designed with a clinical focus to deepen and broaden the skills of allied health professionals, enabling them to apply scientific learning and knowledge to the clinical applications of healthcare for elder persons.
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