This Work-Study Programme (WSP) will provide opportunities for fresh ITE graduates to deepen their skills and knowledge needed for a career in the environmental services related industries. Suitable candidates will be matched with a relevant job offered by a WSP partner company, in opportunities such as:
• Operations Executive
• Hazardous Waste Management Specialist
• Facilities Manager
• Product Specialist
• Cleaning Supervisor
• Environment, Health and Safety Specialist
The partner company will provide 18-month structured on-the-job training and mentorship, to better support participants' transition into the workforce. The participants will also be sponsored by their employers to undertake part-time upgarding through 3 Modular Certificates of the Part-Time Diploma in Applied Science (Environmental Services and Management) or PTD ESM.
The PTD ESM provides the necessary knowledge and skills to manage the environmental operations through adoption of technology to improve productivity. The Work-Study Programme aims to provide a pathway for career development and further education through three (3) Modular Certificates (MCs). At the end of this programme, participants have the option to complete two (2) additional MCs for the award of the Diploma in Applied Science (Environmental Services and Management).
Participants who complete the WSP will also receive $5,000 incentive.
Target Audience
Fresh ITE graduates who are working in, or keen in joining the environmental services related industries.
What is so unique about this programme?
The WSCert leading to PTD ESM is supported by the National Environment Agency, Building Construction and Timber Industries Employees’ Union, and Waste Management & Recycling Association of Singapore.
Under the Work-Study Certificate programme, you may enjoy additional benefits such as sign-on incentive with full-time employment, assigned company mentor, well-structured training, and career advancement opportunities.
Upon completion, you will have the option to complete two additional Modular Certificates for the award of a Diploma in Applied Science (Environmental Services & Management).
How often do I need to attend the course?
Lessons will be held two times a week via online learning.
Day of Lessons |
Duration |
Wednesday |
6:30pm – 10:00pm |
Saturday |
9:00am – 5:00pm |
What will I get out of this?
The programme helped me to gain employment with a leading home-grown cleaning service company. I’ve learned to operate new equipment and to develop people management skills during my course of work and study.
Commencement Date
|
Duration
|
June 2021 |
18 months |
Registration for the course will close on 28 March 2021
Where will the course be held?
Lessons will be conducted via online learning. Practical lessons and hands-on sessions will be conducted at Republic Polytechnic, Woodlands campus.
If you are keen to find out more about this programme, please email
Ms Wendy Wong
Singapore Citizen
Fee Subsidy Eligibility
|
Modular Certificate (3 MCs) Net Fee during Work-Study Programme
|
Modular Certificate (2 MCs) Net Fee after Work-Study Programme
|
Course Net Fee
|
SME-sponsored
|
$418.32
|
$338.76
|
$1,932.48
|
40 years & above
|
$404.46
|
$327.42
|
$1,868.22
|
below 40 years old
|
$616.32
|
$500.76
|
$2,850.48
|
Singapore Permanent Resident
Fee Subsidy Eligibility
|
Modular Certificate (3 MCs) Net Fee during Work-Study Programme
|
Modular Certificate (2 MCs) Net Fee after Work-Study Programme
|
Course Net Fee
|
Self-sponsored
|
$1,637.10
|
$1,309.68
|
$7,530.66
|
SME-sponsored
|
$418.32
|
$338.76
|
$1,932.48
|
*Note:
- All fees quoted are inclusive of GST.
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From 1 July 2020, Workfare Training Scheme (WTS) and fee subsidy under WTS will cease. WTS will be replaced by Workfare Skills Support Scheme (WSS). For more information on WSS, please refer to https://www.wsg.gov.sg/programmes-and-initiatives/workfare-skills-support-scheme-individuals.html.
Republic Polytechnic reserves the right to make changes to the course fee and application closing dates without prior notice. The commencement of each course is subject to sufficient number of participants.
All information is accurate at time of publishing.