Continuing Professional Development Programme for Trainers
As a trainer, you must complete at least 10 hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activities every year, and attend a one-time ethics workshop
Programme Overview
The CPD Programme is mandatory for trainers who conduct WSH courses recognised by the Ministry of Manpower (MOM), including the following:
- WSH Courses conducted by Learning Service Providers (LSP) certified to ISO 29993:2017;
- WSH Courses conducted by Training Providers accredited by SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG);
- Top Executive WSH Programme (TEWP);
- WSH Coordinator Refresher Training.
It supplements the basic training that you have received for your WSH trainer registration and aims to enhance your knowledge and skills to conduct effective training, by using various tools, methodologies and techniques to engage your trainees.
You must also attend a one-day ethics workshop, which focuses on applying ethical principles and values in training scenarios.
You must also attend a one-day ethics workshop, which focuses on applying ethical principles and values in training scenarios.
Programme Requirements
To complete the CPD Programme, you need to meet the following requirements:| Requirement | Notes |
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Complete at least 10 hours of CPD activities every year. |
You must meet this requirement to maintain your eligibility as a WSH trainer. Audit checks will be conducted for this requirement. |
| Complete a one-day ethics workshop. |
Organised by the Singapore Institution of Safety Officers (SISO), the workshop guides trainers on ethical principles and values, and their application in training scenarios. |
Audit Checks
You must keep proof of attendance to facilitate audit checks from:
- Ministry of Manpower (MOM);
- Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) Council; or
- Certification bodies accredited by the Singapore Accreditation Council.
The CPD requirement is prorated for new trainers who join the profession midway during the year and trainers who return from overseas postings. Please refer to the table below on how the CPD requirement is derived for an audit check:
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For example... |
You must prove that... |
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If your audit is conducted on 30 Nov 2024 and you have more than a year of trainer experience. |
You have 10 hours of CPD activities between 1 Dec 2023 to 30 Nov 2024 |
| If your audit is conducted on 30 Nov 2024 and you have 8 months of trainer experience. |
You have 7 hours of CPD activities (8/12 months x 10 hours = ~7 hours). |
| If your audit is conducted on 31 Dec 2024 and you returned to conduct training in Singapore on 1 Aug 2024. |
You have 4 hours of CPD activities (5/12 months x 10 hours = ~4 hours). This is based on the period of 5 months from Aug 2024 to Dec 2024. |
Note: Non-compliance of the CPD requirement may result in a suspension for trainers or training providers.
How to Apply
You may apply to the following organisations to attend courses, which contributes to your CPD activities:|
Organisations |
Notes |
| Members of the Adult Education Network are eligible for free or subsidised courses. | |
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WSH Officers can receive Safety Development Units (SDUs) to renew your WSH Officer registration. |
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SUSS offers course fee concessions for selected applicants. Please refer to their tuition fees for more information. |
You may approach SISO to apply for the one-day ethics workshop.
