What is it?
SUSS’s SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme (SCTP) Certificate in Healthcare Administration is a 3‑month, part‑time training programme designed to equip individuals with the essential knowledge and practical competencies required for non‑clinical administrative roles within Singapore’s healthcare sector. The programme comprises ten 1‑day courses (80 hours in total), offering targeted, practice‑oriented learning that enhances participants’ readiness to contribute effectively in healthcare administrative environments. The curriculum emphasises scenario‑based learning, interactive activities, and sector‑relevant tools that build confidence in key areas such as communication, coordination, service quality, and basic operational support. The programme provides a robust foundation for individuals seeking to enter the healthcare workforce or transition from other industries into administrative and operational roles.
Who is it for?
Individuals must meet all the requirements below in order to be eligible to apply for the programme:
- Singapore Citizen or Singapore Permanent Resident
- At least 21 years old
- Self-sponsored learners (either unemployed or in-employment individuals)
How will I benefit?
You will:
- Gain foundational knowledge of healthcare administration, including how key functions support safe and efficient care delivery.
- Develop practical, workplace‑ready skills in communication, coordination, service excellence, and basic problem‑solving.
- Build confidence in supporting clinical and operational teams, using structured tools and approaches applied across the programme.
How do I apply?
- REGISTER: Complete the online Register Interest Form during the registration period. Upon submission, your online briefing session schedule will be provided.
- BRIEFING: Attend the 30-60 min online briefing session to learn more about the programme and the application process
- PAYMENT: Once you are shortlisted, you can make payment. We will help you secure funding to offset the programme's full fees.
- LEARNING: Commence of the facilitated learning, career advisory and/or employment facilitation*.
- SCTP GROWTH NETWORK: After completing the programme, you become part of the exclusive SCTP Growth Network.
* SUSS will aid career advisory and connect SCTP participants to government agencies and its relevant employers in their search for relevant jobs. However, SUSS cannot guarantee job placements at the end of the programme even though SUSS will make an effort to support participants in their job search.
Fee Structure
The Programme Full Fee is $ 6,680.00 (before GST). The SCTP courses are kept affordable through these SkillsFuture course fee funding:
- Baseline subsidy of up to 70% of course fees
- Enhanced funding subsidy of up to 90% of course fees for Singapore Citizens aged 40 years old and above under SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy
- Additional course fee funding support of up to 95% of course fees for jobseekers with greater needs. Individuals must be Singapore Citizens and meet one of following eligibility criteria:
- Long-term unemployed individuals (unemployed for six months or more); or
- Individuals in need of financial assistance – ComCare, Short-to-Medium Term Assistance (SMTA) recipients or Workfare Income Supplement (WIS) recipients; or
- Persons with Disabilities
Additionally, individuals can use their SkillsFuture Credit (opening and top-up) and Additional SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career Support) to offset the out-of-pocket course fees for SCTP.
| Participant Profile | Nett Fee (before GST) |
|---|---|
| Singapore Citizen (21 - 39 years old) Permanent Resident | $ 2,004.00 |
| Singapore Citizen ≥ 40 years old | $ 668.00 |
| Singapore Citizen who meet the additional funding support criteria | $334.00 |
Schedule
| Course | Dates (September Intake) | Dates (October Intake) |
|---|---|---|
| SCH101 Overview of Singapore Healthcare Landscape | 29 September 2026, 9am to 5pm | 21 October 2026, 9am to 5pm |
| SCH102 Healthcare Capacity and Healthcare Professionals | 30 September 2026, 9am to 5pm | 19 November 2026, 9am to 5pm |
| SCH103 SG Vision and Healthcare Financing | 9 October 2026, 9am to 5pm | 23 October 2026, 9am to 5pm |
| SCH104 Emerging Healthcare Trends | 19 November 2026, 9am to 5pm | 2 December 2026, 9am to 5pm |
| SCH105 Care Givers and Mental Health | 20 November 2026, 9am to 5pm | 3 December 2026, 9am to 5pm |
| SCH106 Career Transition into Healthcare Sector | 19 October 2026, 9am to 5pm | 2 November 2026, 9am to 5pm |
| SCH107 Population Health | 29 October 2026, 9am to 5pm | 10 November 2026, 9am to 5pm |
| SCH108 Theory and Behaviour Norms in Healthcare | 28 October 2026, 9am to 5pm | 11 November 2026, 9am to 5pm |
| SCH109 Project Management in Healthcare | 26 November 2026, 9am to 5pm | 9 December 2026, 9am to 5pm |
| SCH201 Healthcare System Applied Project | 27 November 2026, 9am to 5pm | 10 December 2026, 9am to 5pm |
*Singapore University of Social Sciences reserves the right to change the course dates, venue, topics and trainers without prior notice.
Enquiries
If you have further questions regarding the SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme, you may refer to SkillsFuture Singapore's FAQ or contact us at +65 6248 0263 /[email protected].