Parenteral Nutrition (PN)

Application Timeline

For overseas applicants:

A full set of required documents to be submitted at least 4 months before the attachment start date.

For local applicants:

A full set of required documents to be submitted at least 3 months before the attachment start date.

Duration

2 weeks

Criteria

Only for organisation sponsored practising Dietitians

Note: Each request is subject to Department's review and approval

Objective

The attachment programme aims to equip the dietitian with core competency skills in managing Parenteral Nutrition.

Outline

• Parenteral Nutrition and its core components
• Nutrition assessment of PN Patients
• PN orders writing
• PN Complications – trouble-shooting
• Management of Home PN

Methodology

• Ward rounds
• Nutrition support clinic
• Journal Club
• Case studies
• Practical demonstrations

Attachment Fees

1. Training Fee (5-day work week) depending on the nature of attachment

• At least SGD $654.00* per applicant per week

2. Administrative Fee Upon Acceptance (non-refundable)

• Singaporeans: SGD $163.50*
• Non-Singaporeans & Overseas Applicants: SGD $261.60*

3. Miscellaneous Fees for Overseas Applicants (Non-Singaporeans) [non-refundable]

a. Training Employment Pass (TEP)

• One time application fee: SGD $105
• Issuance Fee: SGD $225

b. Multiple Journey visa (if applicable): SGD $30

*Inclusive of 9% GST

Enquiries

For enquiries, please email chua.sok.hong@sgh.com.sg

Application

For application, please click here.