Singapore Educational Therapist Qualification

The role of an educational therapist has become increasingly critical in the current competitive and dynamic landscape of educational settings. Obtaining a qualification and certification as an educational therapist signifies a commitment to excellence, professionalism, and a deep understanding of the diverse needs of individuals with learning disorders, disabilities and challenges.

WHY SINGAPORE EDUCATIONAL THERAPIST QUALIFICATION?

Expertise and Specialised Knowledge

  • Possesses advanced training and specialised knowledge in learning disorders, disabilities and intervention strategies
  • Enables ET to accurately diagnose learning difficulties and implement evidence-based interventions

Ethical Standards and Accountability

  • Adheres to strict ethical standards and professional conduct
  • Is accountable to their professional bodies, ensuring that they provide high-quality, ethical, and responsible services

Professional Credibility and Trust

  • Enhances professional credibility and gain trust from parents, educators and allied professional
  • Is often placed in leadership roles to influence policy,  and drive positive changes in practices and standards

Prestige and Recognition

  • Brings professional recognition and respect within the educational intervention communities
  • A strong credential to advanced career opportunities, including leadership roles and specialised positions

RECOGNISED QUALIFICATION

The Association is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of professionalism and expertise in the field of educational therapy. The Membership Committee carefully reviews applications and verifies that applicants applying to be a professional educational therapist of the Association must meet all necessary qualifications and criteria. Currently, the Committee recognises applicants who have obtained their educational therapist qualifications from other esteemed organisations including:

Completed Credentialed, Registered, or Board-certified Special Needs Educational Therapists (SNET) programme of the International Association of Counselors and Therapists (IACT).

The programme follows a structured three-tier certification pathway that aligns with the Association’s membership recognition.

Credentialed Tier

Module 1: Introduction Educational Therapy
Module 2: Lifespan Human Development (From Birth to Late Adolescence)
Module 3: Nosology of Disabilities & Disorders
Module 4: Introduction to the 3 Praxes in Educational Therapy
Module 5: Screening through Assessment to Intervention

Registered Tier 

Module 1: Advanced Nosology of Disabilities & Disorders
Module 2: Screening and Assessment Tools in Educational Therapy
Module 3: Introduction to Cattell-Horn-Carroll (CHC) Theory
Module 4: Advanced Praxis 1: Core Basic Skills
Module 5: Advanced Praxis 3: Sensory, Adaptive & Socio-Emotional Behavioral Skills

Board-certified Tier

Module 1: Design of an Individualised Therapy Program
Module 2: Design of an Individualised Education Plan
Module 3: Design of a 504 Plan
Module 4: Case Review & Evaluation In Educational Therapy
Module 5: Case Studies in Educational Therapy

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