Behaviour Change
About This Course
At the end of the module, students should possess relevant knowledge and applicable techniques to help specific groups of clients in addressing their health needs.
What You'll Learn
Most people understand the importance of healthy living, but choose to live in an unhealthy manner. This module aims to help students achieve practical strategies to manage, maintain and motivate health reinforcing behaviours. Topics include theories for behavioural change, techniques, intervention, and motivational factors for behavioural management. Students will also look into specific health issues, and be grounded in research findings relating to these issues.
Entry Requirements
O Levels
• 3 relevant passes; and
• At least 1 year relevant work experience
Higher Nitec
• GPA ≥ 2.0; or
• GPA ≥ 1.5 and at least 1 year relevant work experience
Nitec
• GPA ≥ 3.5; or
•GPA ≥ 3.0 and at least 1 year relevant work
Higher Nitec in Technology / Services
• GPA ≥ 2.0 and at least 1 year relevant work experience
Nitec in Technology / Services
• GPA ≥ 3.5 and at least 1 year relevant work experience
WSQ
• Relevant WSQ Advanced Certificate (or higher); and
• At least 1 year relevant work experience; and
• Level 6 WSQ Workplace Literacy SOA and Workplace Numeracy SOA
Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements may be considered for admission to the course based on evidence of at least 2 years of relevant working experience. Suitable applicants who are shortlisted will have to go through an interview and/or entrance test. The Polytechnic reserves the right to shortlist and admit applicants.