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Child Psychology
Diploma in Child Psychology and Interventions is a mental health education programme that allows students to gain knowledge through the understanding and applications of child and adolescent psychology.
Designed by practicing mental health professionals who specialise in working with children and youths, this programme offers a unique pedagogy that blends both theory and practice.
Beyond common mental health issues, you will also be taught to identify children with special needs and how to intervene effectively to ensure their growth and development for optimal functioning and independence.
Childhood psychology and psychotherapy education are a unique branch of psychology and will be sought after by aspiring mental health practitioners and education leaders, given the pragmatism and societal demands.
Teacher-Student Ratio: 1:50
What You Will Learn
Delve into the major development stages of human growth, with emphasis on children and adolescents. Through contemporary case studies and analysis of
current mental health challenges, be equipped with the knowledge to identify and work with disorders such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), depression, and anxiety that manifests differently at various stages.
You will also be introduced to popular approaches for children like Play Therapy and Art Therapy. Learn the science behind these interventions and how children are able to interact in such therapeutic environments for better self-expression and to develop problem-solving skills.
Course Modules
- WSQ-PP Empowering Human Potential and Wellbeing through Positive Psychology (Trainer: Chia Hai Choon/Choo Phaik Ai/Kwan Chee Wai)
- PSY 16 Special Needs Education (Trainer: Gerald Boh)
- PSY 03 Developmental Psychology (Trainer: Dr. Titus Foo/Dr. Alla Demutska)
- PSY 15 Childhood and Adolescent Disorders (Trainer: Gerald Boh/Kavitha D/O Manokaran/Sunita Rai)
- WSQ-CS Essential Counselling Skills for Mental Wellbeing and Human Connection (Trainer: Sunita Rai/Quek Swee Kim)
- PSY 17 Working with Children and Adolescents (Trainer: Gerald Boh)
- PSY 18 Introduction to Play Therapy (Trainer: Lim Shen Yong)
- PSY 14 Introduction to Art Therapy (Trainer: Amanda Chen/Eliza Han)
Hear From Our Graduate
Discover how our graduate Fern Lim brings Child Psychology and psychotherapy to life, fostering deep connections and creating safe spaces where children can express themselves and tap into their inner resources.
Entry Requirement
- Grade C6 and above in at least 3 GCE 'O' Level subjects, or
- ITE Higher NITEC certificate, or
- The School of Positive Psychology (TSPP) academic certificate or Psychology, Counselling or Education academic certificate from other education institutions in Singapore with:
- Grade C6 and above in any GCE 'O' Level subject conducted in English, or
- ITE NITEC certificate, or
- 30 years old with at least 8 years working experience
English Language Requirement
- Grade C6 and above in GCE 'O' Level English, OR
- Grade E and above in any GCE ‘A’ Level subject conducted in English, OR
- English language proficiency via one of the following:
- IELTS 6.0 (no component lower than 6.0)
- TOEFL (Internet Based) 74 (no component less than 18)
- Pearson PTE Academic 52 (no component less than 52)
- C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency 169 (no component less than 169)
- ISLPR: Minimum 3 in each skill
- AEMG English for Academic Purposes Direct Entry Program (AEAP DEP) Final Eam Overall 65%, with no exam sub-score below 65%, OR
- Completion of a course delivered in English or relevant English-speaking work experience.
Course Assessment
Course Duration
12 months, part time (Intakes in Jan / Apr / Jul / Oct)
Last Intake: January 2026
Course Fee
SGD 13,080.00Â w/GST
