Para-counselling (Basic)
TGS-2020504423
Want to support others more effectively during challenging moments? This course equips you with the foundational skills to have meaningful conversations.
Gain practical skills to assist others with empathy and confidence in everyday interactions.
This course is eligible for SkillsFuture Credit and other subsidies. Eligibility for funding is subject to SkillsFuture Singapore’s terms and conditions (e.g. attendance and assessment requirements).
Course Overview
How do you respond when someone opens up about their struggles?
This SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG)-approved course equips learners with foundational skills to offer support through meaningful conversations. Whether you’re in a community, caregiving, or supervisory role, this course helps you listen empathetically, respond thoughtfully, and support others in moments that matter.
Course Ref No.: TGS-2020504423
Training Provider: Environiche LLP
Outreach Partner: Blended Concept Pte. Ltd.
Course Outline
Art of Guiding Conversations
Learn what it takes to be in the right frame of mind to handle all types of conversations, from demanding to difficult ones.
Root out unhelpful beliefs that translate into unhelpful habits in conversations.
Understand what it means to be truly non-judgemental, and what it takes for the other party to feel like you have empathised with them.
Mastery of Conversational Techniques
Imagine being able to connect with your clients on a deeper level, to truly understand their struggles and offer the support they need to succeed.
Create a safe and supportive environment for your clients to share their thoughts and feelings.
Listen and respond to your clients’ needs, helping them to gain a new perspective on their situation and find the path to positive change.
Becoming the Expert Guide
Whether you are a parent, teacher, leader or a friend, apply the art of motivational interviewing in all conversations to drive behavioural change.
Acquire crystal clear understanding of what is happening in conversations, and feel fully confident in guiding and moving conversations towards positivity, hope and constructive actions.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Understand what para-counselling is and when it is useful.
- Demonstrate active listening, empathy, and effective communication
- Guide conversations using change-oriented and non-judgmental techniques
- Apply para-counselling techniques across personal and professional settings
Duration
This is a 21-hour blended learning programme comprising:
In-person workshops
Self-paced online modules
Practice-based assessment
Upcoming Schedule
We conduct in-house corporate runs. Contact us @ 90615844 or hello@blendedconcept.com for more details regarding the course.
November 2025 |
29 Nov (9 AM – 5 PM), 30 Nov (9 AM – 5 PM) – On Zoom |
December 2025 |
03 Dec (9 AM – 5 PM), 04 Dec (9 AM – 5 PM) – BC Classroom @ Grantral Mall |
December 2025 |
04 Dec (9 AM – 5 PM), 05 Dec (9 AM – 5 PM) – BC Classroom @ Grantral Mall |
December 2025 |
13 Dec (9 AM – 5 PM), 14 Dec (9 AM – 5 PM) – BC Classroom @ Grantral Mall |
January 2026 |
31 Jan (9 AM – 5 PM), 01 Feb (9 AM – 5 PM) – BC Classroom @ Grantral Mall |
January 2026 |
03 Jan (9 AM – 5 PM), 04 Jan (9 AM – 5 PM) – On Zoom |
February 2026 |
24 Feb (9 AM – 5 PM), 25 Feb (9 AM – 5 PM) – BC Classroom @ Grantral Mall |
February 2026 |
07 Feb (9 AM – 5 PM), 08 Feb (9 AM – 5 PM) – On Zoom |
February 2026 |
28 Feb (9 AM – 5 PM), 01 Mar (9 AM – 5 PM) – BC Classroom @ Grantral Mall |
Course Fees and Subsidies
Course support period: 12-08-2020 to 11-08-2026
Employer-sponsored (SME)
Nett Fee after training grant subsidy: $168.00
Employer-sponsored (non-SME, Age<40 yr old)
Nett Fee after training grant subsidy: $280.00
Employer-sponsored (non-SME, Age>40 yr old)
Nett Fee after training grant subsidy: $168.00
Self-sponsored (Age<40 yr old)
Nett Fee after training grant subsidy: $280.00
Self-sponsored (Age>40 yr old)
Nett Fee after training grant subsidy: $168.00
Singapore PR
Nett Fee after training grant subsidy: $280.00
Non-Singaporean
Full fee: $560.00
Eligible learners may use SkillsFuture Credit and receive SSG course subsidies (subject to prevailing terms).
🟡 Note: Funding is subject to eligibility and requires minimum 75% attendance and successful completion of assessments.
For Self-sponsored individuals not applying on SkillsFuture Credit, instalment payments are available via Atome and Grab Paylater. Please contact our administrator during sign-up.
Union members may also qualify for UTAP support.
“This course is approved under the UTAP for NTUC members. NTUC members may enjoy up to 50% unfunded course fee support for up to $250 each year when you sign up for courses supported under UTAP.”
For more information on claims criteria and processes, you may visit NTUC website here.
Course approved period: 1 April 2022 to 31 March 2025
📞 Enquiries & Registration
📧 hello@blendedconcept.com
📲 WhatsApp: +65 9061 5844
Other Course Details
Target Audience
Individuals offering peer or emotional support in their community
Frontline professionals in social service, education, or caregiving roles.
Anyone who wants to support others better through dialogue
Certification
Participants who meet the attendance and assessment requirements will receive a Statement of Attainment (SOA).
The Statement of Attainment (SOA) will be issued by SkillsFuture Singapore through the official training provider, Environiche LLP.
Language of Instruction
This course conducted in English. It is highly experiential, focusing on equipping you with the skills to enhance your interactions with others.
Learners are to be prepared for roleplays and reflection of their own patterns of engagement with others.
Entry Requirement
For the learners to be enrolled in this course, he/she will be screened for the following:
Literacy and numeracy capabilities equivalent to WPLN level 2 and above
At least 1-year of experience providing support services or peers.
🔎 Important Information
This course is conducted by Environiche LLP, a registered SSG training provider.
Blended Concept Pte. Ltd. serves as the digital outreach partner for awareness-building and learner enquiries.
All course enrolments, claims, and certifications are administered by Environiche LLP.
No physical roadshows, door-to-door outreach, or in-person solicitation is conducted.
All public-facing information is reviewed for accuracy and SSG compliance.
Course Reference Number: TGS-2020504423
UEN (Training Provider): T12LL1245D
Blended Concept is a social enterprise registered with raiSE Singapore.
