Presented by the Singapore Institute of Technology
(SIT)
Career coaches often say that money has little to do with work
satisfaction. This might sound surprising, but anyone who’s been
stuck in the wrong job knows it’s true. What really matters is
finding a sense of purpose in what we do – greater meaning leads to
increased happiness on the job and at home. In fact, you’ll enjoy a
more successful career.
Does a meaningful job even exist? If you’re currently unmotivated
and constantly counting down the hours until the end of the work
day, a career in the healthcare industry might just be the change
you need.
Being a healthcare professional can be one of the most fulfilling
careers around. While the job is tough and challenging, the
satisfaction you get from helping people in need is extremely
rewarding.
With a projected increase in Singapore’s ageing population, more
and more healthcare professionals will be required to address the
nation’s need to serve the elderly. Healthcare is a growth industry
and Singapore will need more dedicated professionals to take on
vital roles in the allied health industry.
SIT launches four new allied
health degree programmes in 2016
Through four new degree programmes with Honours – three
SIT-conferred degree programmes and one joint-degree programme with
Trinity College Dublin – the Singapore Institute of Technology
(SIT) will offer future graduates a chance to be a part of several
exciting fields in healthcare.
Bachelor of Science with
Honours in Occupational Therapy
Sudden injury or trauma can affect people physically and mentally;
occupational therapists help put lives back together by helping
these people reintegrate back into daily life.
“Regardless of the cognitive, mental or physical difficulties that
affect daily living, our graduates from the SIT Occupational
Therapy degree programme will be trained to help these individuals
engage in everyday occupations to maximise independent performance
of life roles, prevent disability and maintain health,” said
Assistant Professor May Lim, Programme Director, SIT.
From teaching a child with autism pretend play, to helping an
amputee return to performing day-to-day tasks, occupational
therapists help individuals with special needs improve their
overall quality of life.
Bachelor of Science with Honours in
Diagnostic Radiography
Diagnostic radiography provides images that deliver important
information about injuries. This enables medical professionals to
have a closer look into a patient’s condition. Just like a good
detective knows exactly where to look, and what to look for,
diagnostic radiographers deliver precise information necessary to
put the pieces of this clinical puzzle together.
Students will learn to handle sophisticated equipment – including
state-of-the-art ultrasound, X-ray and MRI machines – to take the
detailed medical images of the human body that are crucial to
making accurate diagnoses.
“Graduates from the SIT Diagnostic Radiography degree programme
will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to deliver quality
evidence-informed patient care and keep pace with the evolving
healthcare landscape,” said Assistant Professor Eric Chua,
Programme Director, SIT.
Bachelor of Science with Honours in
Radiation Therapy
Together with the
oncology team, radiation therapists work to develop the best
individual treatment plans for cancer patients. Radiation therapy
helps patients manage the side effects of their treatment (for
example: nausea, fatigue and hair loss) and provides emotional
support during these difficult times.
“The SIT Radiation
Therapy degree programme will equip students with the knowledge and
skills to deliver quality evidence-informed patient care, as well
as keep pace with the evolving healthcare landscape and changing
technologies,” said Assistant Professor Eric Chua, Programme
Director, SIT.
The SIT Radiation
Therapy programme strives not just to provide a top-notch
education, but also to cultivate interpersonal skills to prepare
students for on-the-job clinical experiences.
Honours Degree in Bachelor of Science in
Physiotherapy
The art of
physiotherapy revolves around understanding the science behind
rehabilitation, as well as working closely with the medical team,
to help patients get back on their feet.
A joint degree
programme by SIT and Trinity College Dublin, the Bachelor of
Science (Honours) in Physiotherapy is the only degree programme of
its kind currently offered in Singapore. Students get a rare
opportunity to learn from top experts in the field from Ireland and
locally, as well as embark on a 30-week clinical journey through
various healthcare settings around Singapore.
“Besides learning the
basic theoretical knowledge and clinical skills required of a
physiotherapist, students will be exposed to concepts of design
thinking, healthcare innovation and change management to prepare
them thoroughly for Singapore’s future healthcare needs,” said
Assistant Professor Benjamin Soon, Programme Director, SIT.
Pursue your purpose
A career in healthcare
is not just a job, but a greater calling. SIT is the place for
passionate individuals who want to make a difference. Whether
you’re fresh out of school, a lifelong learner or simply looking
for a mid-career switch, you can begin a meaningful life-long
career in healthcare.
Learn more about
the Allied
Health degree programmes at SIT.
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