Clinical Microskills (Classroom, Synchronous and Asynchronous e-learning)
About This Course
This course develops core clinical competencies required for effective mental health practice. Through structured clinical interviews, counselling microskills, risk assessment, and therapeutic boundary setting, learners build practical, job-ready capabilities to manage initial client encounters with confidence and professionalism. Emphasising experiential learning through role-plays and case discussions, this course fosters applied skill development and professional readiness. Learners strengthen clinical confidence, enhance employability, and position themselves for progression or entry-level roles within counselling, community services, and behavioural health settings.
What You'll Learn
1. Conduct structured clinical interviews and risk assessments using standardised techniques and tools.
2. Demonstrate core counselling microskills, such as active listening, empathy, reflection, questioning, to build rapport and facilitate client engagement.
3. Establish and maintain appropriate therapeutic frameworks and boundaries in clinical interactions.
4. Manage challenging therapeutic dynamics, such as resistance, emotional responses, within professional boundaries.
5. Communicate effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals in mental health settings.
Entry Requirements
Applicants should possess a Bachelor’s in Psychology (Honors) from a recognised institution. Preference will be given to candidates with prior exposure to mental health, counselling, or healthcare settings. Applicants are expected to demonstrate readiness for advanced clinical training, including strong academic ability, critical thinking, and an interest in evidence-based practice. Relevant work experience in healthcare will be an advantage.
Shortlisted candidates may be required to attend an interview to assess their suitability, motivation, and capacity to engage with the demands of specialised clinical training within Singapore’s healthcare context.