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Certificate in Integrated Care

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The MDIS Certificate in Integrated Care is a foundational qualification designed to introduce learners to the principles and practices of coordinated, person-centred health and social care across diverse settings. As Singapore shifts towards a seamless continuum of care—bridging hospital, home, and community (The Lancet Regional Health, Western Pacific, 2023) —this programme equips participants with the competencies to contribute meaningfully to integrated care teams and systems.
This certificate supports entry into healthcare, eldercare, and support services. Whether for caregivers, support staff, volunteers, or transitioning professionals, this programme fosters compassionate, efficient care delivery aligned with Singapore’s health and social care transformation agenda.

The programme aims are:

  • Articulate the principles of integrated care, emphasizing its philosophical foundations and relevance within Singapore’s evolving health and social care landscape.
  • Develop empathetic and effective communication skills tailored to caregiving contexts, fostering trust, understanding, and person-centred care.
  • Collaborate in the implementation of foundational symptom management strategies to address common physical discomforts encountered across diverse care environments.
  • Identify indicators of caregiver stress and apply practical self-care techniques that promote personal wellbeing, resilience, and sustainable caregiving practice.

Assessment Methods

Assignments, Class Test, and Objective Structured Clinical Examination

 

Graduation Outcomes

Upon completion of the generic modules, learners will be able to:

  • Explain the principles and philosophy of integrated care. 
  • Demonstrate effective communication in caregiving settings.
  • Collaborate in the delivery of basic symptom management techniques.
  • Recognise signs of caregiver stress and apply self-care strategies.
  • Collaborate within interdisciplinary care frameworks.

Learners preferring elective pathway in Home-Based Care will be able to:

  • Implement safety and hygiene protocols in home care environments to support patient autonomy and dignity.
  • Perform safe patient transfers and mobility support, minimizing injury risks for both caregiver and recipient.
  •  Apply infection prevention and control measures tailored to domestic settings, balancing clinical guidance with household realities.

Learners preferring elective pathway in Community-Based Care will be able to:

  • Navigate community health resources and referral systems to support patient continuity and access to services.
  • Collaborate in the provision of psychosocial and spiritual support to individuals in community settings, addressing identity, grief, and cultural needs.
  • Coordinate care within community teams, demonstrating clear role articulation and effective handovers between providers.

Learners preferring elective pathway specialising in Palliative Care will be able to:

  • Collaborate in supporting comfort and dignity for patients with life-limiting conditions through symptom relief and communication.
  • Recognise ethical and emotional considerations related to end-of-life decisions in diverse settings.
  • Deliver compassionate care aligned with palliative philosophies, integrating emotional, spiritual, and family-centred approaches.

 

Employability

The programme offers career opportunities in caregiving, eldercare, and health support services who want structured training aligned with Singapore’s integrated care priorities.

Generic Core Modules (All Pathways)

  • Introduction to Integrated Care
  • Communication in Care Settings
  • Basic Symptom Management
  • Self-Care for Caregivers

Home-Based Care Pathway Modules

  • Safe Mobility & Patient Transfers
  • Infection Prevention and Control at Home

Community-Based Care Pathway Modules

  • Community Resource Navigation
  • Psychosocial & Spiritual Support

Palliative Care Pathway Modules

  • Ethical & Emotional Aspects
  • Holistic Support for End-of-Life
     

Total Contact Hours: 133 Hours

The average lecturer/student ratio is 1 : 100 (lecture)

The average lecturer/student ratio is 1 : 20 (tutorial)

Click here to download profiles of lecturers.

Duration & Intakes

Blended
Duration  Commencement  Completion
5 months (Full-Time)
TBC TBC

 

Blended
Duration  Commencement  Completion
7 months (Part-Time)  TBC TBC

Fees & Structure

Structure Tuition Fees (inclusive of 9% GST) Non-Tuition Fees (inclusive of 9% GST)
Full-time TBC S$700.00 - S$1,700.00
Part-time

Application fees: S$163.50

Note:
# All application fees are non-refundable.
# All fees quoted are inclusive of GST at the prevailing rate.
# Local: Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop, medical insurance and fee protection scheme.
#Non-tuition fees for part-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop and fee protection scheme.
# International: Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop, medical insurance, medical examination and administrative fee.
#Non-tuition fees for international students may vary.
#Non-tuition fees are non-refundable, refer to MDIS refund policy for more details.

Entry Requirements

GCE ‘O’ Level qualification or equivalent

OR

Mature Candidates 30 years and above with 8 years of relevant caregiving or healthcare support experience (community, residential, or home-based).

English Language Requirements

All applicants must also possess a D7 in English at GCE 'O' Level or equivalent

OR

Obtained at least 5.5 for IELTS

OR

Pass the MDIS English Placement Test

OR

Equivalent

Financial Assistance Scheme

Student loans from the organisations listed below are available to Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents. Please contact the organisations directly to find out how you may benefit from their services.

Study Loans

 Organisation  Contact Number  Website
 TCC Limited  +65 - 6319 3700   http://www.tcc.org.sg
 DBS Bank  1800 111 1111  http://www.dbs.com.sg
 Maybank  1800 629 2265  http://www.maybank2u.com.sg

0% INTEREST CREDIT CARD INSTALMENT PLANS
For All Programmes (Available in 6 or 12 months)

 Organisation  Contact Number  Website
 Standard Chartered Bank  1800 747 7000  http://www.standardchartered.com.sg
 Maybank  1800 968 2265  http://www.maybank.com.sg
 UOB  1800 226 6121  http://www.uob.com.sg
 OCBC  1800 363 3333  http://www.ocbc.com.sg
 DBS  1800 111 1111  http://www.dbs.com
 POSB  1800 339 6666  http://www.posb.com.sg

Duration & Intakes

Blended
Duration  Commencement  Completion
5 months (Full-Time)
TBC TBC

Fees & Structure

Structure Tuition Fees (inclusive of 9% GST) Non-Tuition Fees (inclusive of 9% GST)
Full-time S$18,530 S$700.00 - S$1,700.00

Application fees: S$490.50

Note:
# All application fees are non-refundable.
# All fees quoted are inclusive of GST at the prevailing rate.
# Local: Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop, medical insurance and fee protection scheme.
#Non-tuition fees for part-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop and fee protection scheme.
# International: Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop, medical insurance, medical examination and administrative fee.
#Non-tuition fees for international students may vary.
#Non-tuition fees are non-refundable, refer to MDIS refund policy for more details.

Entry Requirements

GCE ‘O’ Level qualification or equivalent

OR

Mature Candidates 30 years and above with 8 years of relevant caregiving or healthcare support experience (community, residential, or home-based).

English Language Requirements

All applicants must also possess a D7 in English at GCE 'O' Level or equivalent

OR

Obtained at least 5.5 for IELTS

OR

Pass the MDIS English Placement Test

OR

Equivalent

Student Pass Application

International students are required to apply for a student pass if he/she wishes to study full-time in Singapore. Please click here for detailed information.

For any programme enquiries, please contact our friendly consultants:

Office: 6247 9111 (Mon - Fri) | Email: etc@mdis.edu.sg

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Duration of Course
Full-time: 5 Months
Part-time: 7 months

Mode of Delivery
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Contact Details

Local students:

+65 6247 9111

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