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DIPLOMA IN FAMILY LIFE EDUCATION

Objective | Who Should Attend | Program Structure | Teaching Approach | Program Curriculum | Assessment Methods
Admission Criteria | Application Procedure | Administrative Details
OBJECTIVE back to top
The Diploma in Family Life Education program is designed to provide the skills and knowledge to enrich the individual as well as family life. It includes knowledge about how families work, the inter-relationship of families and society, human growth and development throughout the life span, the physiological and psychological aspects of human sexuality, the impact of money and time management on daily family life, the importance and value of parent education, the effects of policies and legislation on families, and ethical considerations in professional conduct (see Testimonies). Students will also be equipped with a solid understanding and knowledge of how to teach and/or develop curriculums for what are often sensitive and personal issues.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND back to top
Parents, single parents, teachers, day-care providers, volunteers at charity organizations, human resource personnel and social workers will all benefit from this program.

* This diploma may not qualify anyone to set up a private counseling practice. Employment is solely at the discretion of the employer.
PROGRAM STRUCTURE back to top
This is a 10-month part time program with once-a-week lectures, practicum and fun learning from 7pm to 10pm, totaling 180 contact hours.
TEACHING APPROACH back to top
The program will examine family life education as a career field and as a service to families. It will also review both theoretical and empirical literature on the lifespan, family life and parenting education and explore the implications of the literature. A combination of lectures, self-assessment tools and role play will be used. There will also be practice sessions with families.
PROGRAM CURRICULUM back to top
FLE 01  :  Communication, Facilitation, Leadership & Public Speaking Skills
FLE 02  :  Family Life Issues
FLE 03  :  Marital Issues
FLE 04  :  Challenges of Children
FLE 05  :  Topics Relating to Family Life
FLE 06  :  Parenting Issues
DCP 07  :  Sexual Norms & Relationships
DCP 08  :  Family Finance & Financial Planning
DCP 09  :  Practicum
ASSESSMENT METHODS back to top
Students undertake assessments at the end of each module, not end of term examinations, to demonstrate knowledge, competence and understanding. Assessments enable application and reflection on skill development. Students are assessed using a variety of methods including tests, essays, interviews, videotaped role-plays, and module-specific projects. Upon successful completion, students will be awarded the Diploma in Family Life Education by Lee Community College, in collaboration with Eden Community Services Centre.
ADMISSION CRITERIA back to top
Applicants should be at least 25 years of age and possess at least 3 'O' level credits, including English or an equivalent recognized qualification. In lieu of the academic qualifications, mature applicants will be considered on a case-by-case basis. All applicants have to be interviewed.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE back to top
Interested applicants are required to submit the following:
  • Duly-completed application form
  • Certified true copies of highest education certificates and transcripts
  • Photocopy of NRIC or passport
  • 2 passport-sized photographs
  • Registration Fee (non-refundable)
  • Course Fee
Please make cheque payable to: LEE COMMUNITY COLLEGE PTE LTD
Reservations will not be entertained.
ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS back to top
  10-month Program
Class Intake 2007 Please call us on (65) 6221 3326 on the next commencement date.
Registration Fee
(non-refundable)
S$100 ($107 inclusive of 7% GST)
Course Fee $3,600 (S$3,852^ inclusive of 7% GST)

^ Fees include the prevailing 7% GST but do not cover textbooks. LEE Community College reserves the right to change the structure, content and fees of the program from time to time, before and after a student has registered. Refund policy is stated on the application form.
   

Option 1
(Bank Loan with No Downpayment)
10-month Program
3% Bank Processing Fee $115.56
Monthly Installment $396*

Terms and Conditions:
 
  1. The monthly installment rate of $396 is calculated based on the loan amount of $3,852 on a 10 months tenure.
  2. Above calculations are for illustration purpose only. The monthly installment amounts shown should not be taken as the actual amounts payable. Applicants will have to consult the bank for exact installment amount based on their loan amount and tenure.
  3. Promotional rates apply for participating institutions only.
  4. The effective interest rate is 5.88% p.a. Interest is calculated on a reducing monthly rest basis.
  5. This education loan is open to part-time local students.
  6. Both Borrower and Guarantor must have a minimum income of at least S$12,000 per annum.
  7. The loan amount granted is at the sole discretion of the bank. LEE Community College does not guarantee and is not responsible for the granting of the loan and the loan amount granted by the bank. In principle, it has been set by the bank at 6 times your monthly income or up to S$50,000, whichever is lower
  8. LEE Community College will not accept Progressive Disbursement Plan.
   

Option 2
(Interest Free Installment Plan with Cash Downpayment)
10-month Program
Downpayment $1,200
Monthly Installments of S$300 $2,400 ± (8 installments)

± Monthly installments to be paid in cash or cheque only.
 
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