Falls and frailty persist as prevalent issues among older adults living in the community, and these concerns often coexist.
Currently, many healthcare and community rehabilitation settings in Singapore are actively engaging in risk assessments. A growing trend is observed towards group-based programmes in the community, partly due to manpower constraints and the mounting evidence supporting the effectiveness of such initiatives.
This course is designed to equip community care professionals with the necessary knowledge and skills to administer community-based programmes like "Stepping On" and "Say No To Frailty." It aims to introduce structured, group-based community programmes tailored for older adults, which have been piloted or executed within Singapore's context. The course will cover key principles of effective group facilitation using adult learning frameworks, intended to promote positive behavioral transformations within the target population.
"Stepping On" is a cost-effective fall prevention programme for older adults residing in the community. It has been widely implemented beyond Singapore and across 9 centers within the country, as of December 2022. Additionally, a multifaceted frailty management programme known as "Say No To Frailty" was collaboratively developed with Singapore's community service providers and has been piloted in 8 community sites, as of April 2023. While an ongoing cluster randomised controlled trial is underway, initial findings have showcased promising outcomes, including a reduction in frailty levels and fear of falling, an enhancement of community partnerships, and an improvement in overall quality of life.
An adept programme leader serves as a pivotal element in both the "Stepping On" and "Say No To Frailty" programmes. Their role is crucial in effectively guiding participants through the behavioral changes necessary for managing their own health and safety.
Participants who complete this course may have an opportunity to attend the advanced training programme to become programme leaders. In this capacity, they will offer guidance and support to other programme facilitators. Furthermore, they will be tasked with conducting fidelity checks to ensure the quality of programme delivery. Selected participants may be invited to assist the master trainer in future training workshops within Singapore.
Skills you’ll gain
Adult and Geriatric Rehabilitation
Occupational Therapy
Physiotherapy
Health Sciences
Who Should Attend
Qualified healthcare professionals such as physiotherapists, occupational therapists, social workers, dietitians, nurses
Non-healthcare trained care workers such as fitness instructors, exercise trainers, therapy assistants, care coordinators, care associates
Prerequisites
- GCE O-Level and above
- Ability to communicate well with people
- 1 year of working experience with older adults population
Learning Outcomes
- Evidence-based practice (fall prevention and frailty management)
- Theoretical frameworks such as adult learning principles, self-efficacy as a tool of change
- Group facilitation skills (personal goal setting, group discussions, peer learning)
- Run group-based programme in the community setting
- Apply the theoretical frameworks in facilitating older adults' behavioural changes
- Prescribe individualised homework to participants
- Monitor individual participant's progress such as physical functions, goal achievements in a small group setting
- Conduct programme evaluation at the end of the programme
Teaching Team
Tim Xu
Associate Professor, Health and Social Sciences, Singapore Institute of Technology
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Course Details
Schedule
| Course Run | Dates | Time |
|---|---|---|
| May 2025 run | 15 - 16 May 2025 | 9:00 am - 6:00 pm |
Certificate and Assessment
A Certificate of Attainment will be issued to participants who:
- Attend at least 75% of the course
- Undertake and pass non-credit bearing assessment during the course
Participants who meet the attendance requirement but do not pass the assessment will receive a Certificate of Participation.
Fee Structure
The full fee for this course is S$2,398.00.
| Funding Category | Eligible Funding | Course Fees Payable After Funding |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore Citizen (Below 40) | 70% | S$719.40 |
| Singapore Citizen (40 & Above) Funded under SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES) | 90% | S$279.40 |
| Singapore PR / LTVP+ Holder | 70% | S$719.40 |
| Non-Singapore Citizen | Not Eligible | S$2,398.00 |
Note: All fees above include GST. GST applies to individuals and Singapore-registered companies.
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