Course Information
Adolescence is one of the most dynamic, and influential periods of human developments. The changes that occur during this period can be difficult for a youth to navigate. Moreover, today’s fast-changing landscape means that youth face evolving challenges which, in turn, have an impact on their mental health. Another growing challenge faced by youth today is related to their mental health. This rise in mental health issues is recognised on a national level.
The Specialist Diploma in Youth Development & Mental Wellness shall equip participants with the competencies to engage in youth development and the skills to promote mental wellness and resilience in the youth in order to support them through their mental health issues.
The Specialist Diploma in Youth Development & Mental Wellness is developed in alignment to the Skills Framework for Social Service (Youth Work) and is the first post-diploma in youth development and mental wellness.
Who should attend?
Youth workers, youth development professionals, educators and coaches from government agencies, education institutions, law enforcement agencies, religious groups, grassroot organisations who are looking to upgrade their skills and qualifications; concerned parents and significant others who are keen to gain more knowledge to support their youth; and those who are keen to join the sector to work with youth.
Learning Outcomes
The course aims to prepare students to demonstrate:
- Understanding of youth’s development vis-à-vis mental wellness and its implication on youth work and practices;
- Skills and knowledge in engaging and developing youth to have positive mental wellness and emotional resilience;
- Skills and knowledge in mentoring youth through programme development and using effective communication, facilitation as well as behavioural management strategies;
- Skills and knowledge in engaging stakeholders with key roles in the development and well-being of youth.
Course
Schedule
Course Date: TBC
Application Period: TBC, Register Interest Now for Apr 2025 Intake
Class Day(s): 1 full Thu session per week
Time: Thu 8am to 6pm (including 1-hour lunch break)
Delivery Mode: Classroom
Venue: Ngee Ann Polytechnic
Please note that each module will last for 5 weeks (excluding submission of assignments) and will run consecutively.
Ngee Ann Polytechnic reserves the right to reschedule/cancel any programme, modify the fees and amend information without prior notice.
Lesson Plan
Trainer's Profile
Dr Glen Ng has a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from the University of Canberra, a Master in Counselling from Monash University, a Diploma in Clinical Supervision (Counselling) from Counselling and Care Centre and a Diploma in Clinical Hypnosis from London College of Clinical Hypnosis and Tan Tock Seng Hospital as well as a WSQ Advanced Certificate in Learning and Performance (ACLP).
Dr Glen has over 25 years of experiences in youth counselling, mentoring and working with youths with special needs.
While working as a Senior Probation Officer and subsequently a Volunteer Probation Officer with the Ministry of Social & Family Development (MSF), Dr Glen has managed more than 100 cases of youth offenders from minor (underage smoking) to major offences (rioting). He was also the Senior Counsellor at Rotary Family Service Centre where he had supervised counsellors, caseworkers and worked with clients to develop programmes for the young and the elderly.
Dr Glen also held several executive positions, first as the Vice-President (Executive Committee) for the Singapore Association for the Deaf, and subsequently founding member and General Manager for Dialogue in the Dark Singapore, where he had facilitated leadership workshops for more than 60 corporate clients, including participants from HSBC Bank, PSA Singapore and INSEAD Business School. He is presently also an EXCO member with the Youth Work Association Singapore (YWAS).
As an educator, Dr Glen helmed the retired “Diploma in Psychology Studies” at the School of Humanities & Social Sciences, Ngee Ann Polytechnic, where he led a team of counsellors, psychologists, and researchers and also taught in key modules, which include “Introduction to Social Services”, “Fundamentals of Counselling”, “Introduction to Social Entrepreneurship”, and “Community Psychology”. As the Course Chair of the diploma, Dr Glen has mentored more than 200 students aged 17-19 years old, where he advised them on a range of common youth issues.
In his role as Programme Lead for Youth Engagement & Development, Dr Glen has partnered with leading agencies such as YWAS, TOUCH Cyber Wellness, MSF, CHAT, Singapore Children’s Society, Central Narcotics Bureau, New Life Community Services and Trybe for short courses which includes “Knowing & Engaging Youth”, “Youth & Technology” and the inaugural “Onboarding Course for Youth Work Professionals”. Currently Dr Glen is also managing and teaching in the Specialist Diploma in Youth Development & Mental Wellness (SDYM).
Certification
Certification
You must complete 2 post-diploma certificates within a 2-year validity period to be awarded the Specialist Diploma qualification.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must have a local Polytechnic Diploma or University Degree in any discipline with at least 1-year relevant working experience.
Applicants who do not meet the Minimum Entry Requirement, but with relevant prior learning/work experience, will have to undergo written/oral assessment and be endorsed by the applicant’s employer.
Suitable applicants who are shortlisted may have to go through an interview and/or entrance test.
The Polytechnic reserves the right to shortlist and admit applicants.
Course Fees
Funding period for this course is from 15 Dec 2021 to 31 Dec 2024.
SkillsFuture Credit
All Singaporeans aged 25 and above can use their $500 SkillsFuture Credit from the government to pay for a wide range of approved skills-related courses. Visit the SkillsFuture Credit website to choose from the courses available on the Training Exchange course directory. The credits can be used on top of existing course fee subsidies/funding. This is only applicable for self-sponsored applicants and must be applied via the SkillsFuture Portal. More details on the SkillsFuture Credit Claims will be advised upon admission into the course.
Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP)
NTUC members enjoy 50% unfunded course fee support for up to $250 each year (or up to $500 for NTUC members aged 40 years old and above) when you sign up for courses supported under UTAP (Union Training Assistance Programme). Please visit e2i’s website to find out more.
Skills-Based Modular Courses (SBMCs) are bite-sized part-time courses for individuals to acquire new skills or deepen relevant skills, without the need to pursue a full diploma. Refer here for course fees for SBMCs.
GST Increment in 2024
Please note that the GST rate will be revised to 9% with effect from 1 Jan 2024, as such any payable course fees will be subjected to the new GST rate adjustments in 2024. Please refer to our STEP portal for the updated fees. (Click on STEP)
Note:
- Please refer to our FAQs for more information.
- The fees below are determined based on prevailing funding policies and subject to review and revision.
Ngee Ann Polytechnic reserves the right to reschedule/cancel any programme, modify the fees and amend information without prior notice.
| Applicants / Eligibility | Fees |
|---|---|
| Full Course fee | $7328.08 |
| PR Sponsored by SME | $763.04 |
| Singapore Citizen Sponsored by SME | $763.04 |
| Singapore Citizen Aged 40 & Above | $763.04 |
| Singapore Citizen Aged Below 40 | $1099.20 |
| Singapore PR | $2931.22 |
| Long-Term Visit Pass Plus | $7328.08 |