School of Healthcare · TGS-2023020084
Health, Safety and Nutrition for Infants and Young Children
Every Child Deserves A Safe And Nurturing Environment
Practical training in first aid, nutrition, hygiene, safe environments, and common health and safety concerns for young children.
- Course reference: TGS-2023020084
- Course validity period: 13 Apr 2023 – 12 Apr 2027
- Mode of training: Classroom
- Medium of instruction: English
- Training hours: 16 hours (15 hours training + 1 hour assessment)
- Class time: 9am to 6pm
- Credential: WSQ Statement of Attainment (SOA)
- Funding: WSQ framework, SkillsFuture Credit-eligible
Who this course is for
- Parents
- Caregivers
- Childcare assistants
- Domestic helpers
- Aspiring early childhood professionals
What you will learn
- Identify common medical conditions in infants and young children
- Identify common signs and symptoms of physical, mental and emotional stress in children
- Show respect for the privacy and confidentiality of children and others
- Carry out caregiving practices in accordance with safety standards and policies
- Apply first aid and emergency evacuation procedures
- Carry out caregiving practices in accordance with nutritional and hygiene standards
- Show respect to families regarding health and nutritional beliefs
Course overview
The course covers identifying health conditions, applying first aid, planning nutritious meals, and maintaining a safe and hygienic caregiving environment.
It sits within the WSQ framework and is SkillsFuture Credit-eligible. The programme was developed with healthcare professionals, paediatric experts and nutritionists to meet national safety and caregiving standards in Singapore.
Practical learning
Learners cover safe environments, hygiene, healthy eating, basic nutrition, and common health and safety concerns through demonstrations, case studies and interactive activities.
Minimum entry requirements
- 21 years and above
- Possess minimally a Primary Level and/or listen, speak, read and write English at a proficiency level equivalent to Employability Skills System Workplace Literacy (WPL) Level 3
- Use numeracy skills equivalent to the Employability Skills System Workplace Numeracy (WPN) Level 3
- Minimum 3 months of working experience
Course fee breakdown
Full course fee: S$500
| Funding category | Course fee | Funding | Fee payable |
|---|---|---|---|
| Singapore Citizens — Aged 40 and above (70% funding) | S$500 | S$350 | S$150 |
| Singapore Citizens and PRs — Aged 21 to 39 (50% funding) | S$500 | S$250 | S$250 |
| Full course fee — No funding (0%) | S$500 | S$0 | S$500 |
Course completion requirements
To successfully complete this course, learners must:
- Achieve at least 75% attendance
- Pass the assessment
Certificate awarded
WSQ Statement of Attainment (SOA)
- Log in to MySkillsFuture (myskillsfuture.gov.sg) with your Singpass
- Select the certificate under Skills Passport
- Download the PDF copy of your OpenCert certificate
Refund policy
No refund will be provided where written notice of withdrawal is received less than three (3) days before the course commencement date, or on or after the course commencement date.
- 100%: Written notice received 30 days or more before the course commencement date
- 50%: Written notice received 14 to 29 days before the course commencement date
- 25%: Written notice received 3 to 13 days before the course commencement date
- No refund: Written notice received less than 3 days before the course commencement date, or after the course has commenced
Company: J L Institution Pte Ltd (UEN 201428614H)
