WSQ Advanced Certificate in Learning and Performance 2.0 (ACLP 2.0)
WSQ Advanced Certificate
88.5 hours
Course reference numbers: TGS2022017395 (Blended Learning) and TGS-2023017923 (FOL)
Advisory and Updates: From 1 October 2023, Singaporean Citizens / Permanent Residents learners who are attending SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG)'s funded courses must take their attendance digitally via the Singpass App for attendance-taking for both physical classroom and synchronous e-learning courses.
Course Dates
For organisations keen on embarking on the ACLP 2.0 programme for your workforce, contact us via the form below to find out more.
Available schedules will be released during operational hours on Friday (subject to availability).
For Full Online Learning, please view the available schedules here.
For Blended Learning, please select on 'View Calendar Dates' below for a list of available schedules.
Course Overview
In response to changing market needs, the Institute for Adult Learning has reviewed our trainer qualification, the Singapore Workforce Skills Qualifications (WSQ) Advanced Certificate in Learning and Performance (ACLP), and introduced a revised version, titled WSQ Advanced Certificate in Learning and Performance 2.0 (ACLP 2.0).
The WSQ ACLP programme has been revised to equip today's professionals with the ability to adopt an open-minded, innovative mindset, and the skills to adapt, adopt and facilitate effective learning beyond the classroom.
This Train-The-Trainer (TTT) programme is designed to equip you with SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) recognised Training and Adult Education (TAE) competencies to perform the role of a learning facilitator and assessor of SSG-funded certifiable courses, and also enable you to support the performance needs of enterprises and learners experiencing industry transformation.
Despite its shorter duration, the revised ACLP known as ACLP 2.0, is recognised as equivalent to the previous version in relation to the Skillsfuture (SSG) Adult Educator (AE) qualification requirements policy. There is no compromise on the programme rigour as ACLP 2.0 still comes with 6 Statements of Attainment (SOAs). In fact, learners can look forward to more opportunities for social learning, increased engagement with facilitators, and immediate provision of feedback from facilitators.
ACLP 2.0 has been revised with the intention of making learning a process, and not a destination. Upon completion of the programme, learners are encouraged to continuously upskill themselves with available Continuous Professional Development (CPD) courses to embark on their lifelong, life-wide, and life-deep learning journey.
The programme highlights for ACLP 2.0 are as follow:
- No compromise on programme rigour as ACLP 2.0 contains 6 SOAs, similar to the previous ACLP programme
- Enhanced engagement with facilitators
- Immediate provision of feedback from facilitators
- More opportunities for social learning with peers
Upon completion of the programme, you will be issued with a WSQ Advanced Certificate in Learning and Performance from SkillsFuture Singapore which can be obtained through MySkillsFuture Portal.
This programme is offered by the Institute for Adult Learning (IAL), an autonomous institute of the Singapore University of Social Sciences (UEN: 200504979Z) (SUSS).
Note:
If you have attained the WSQ Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment (ACTA), you will continue to be recognised as meeting SkillsFuture Singapore's Adult Education qualifications requirements for Adult Educators to function as Trainers and Assessors for SSG-Funded WSQ and non-WSQ Certifiable courses.
If you are seeking credit exemption for any modules in ACLP 2.0. Please refer to the Credit Exemption information here. Please note the following:
- All credit exemption requests must be submitted and approved before programme enrollment
- No course fee refunds will be provided once the programme has commenced, even if credit exemption is subsequently approved.
If you are currently attending or have attained any modular Statement of Attainment (SOA) from the WSQ ACLP, you are not eligible to enrol for the WSQ ACLP 2.0. For enquires on the completion of your WSQ ACLP, write in to https://feedback.ial.edu.sg.
Learning Outcomes
Understand key principles in adult learning, instructional design and classroom learning delivery
Adopt the Skills Framework for employers, employees and training providers
Conduct technology-enabled learning for your learners
Conduct workplace learning interventions aligned to enterprise needs
Implement competency based assessments
Use learner profiles effectively to facilitate tech-enabled learning, workplace learning and classroom learning
The ACLP 2.0 is not only more efficient in terms of time taken, it is also more effective in preparing learners for their roles. I congratulate the Institute for Adult Learning on putting together a programme that will bring the industry to the next level!
Who Should Attend
Aspiring and existing Training and Adult Education (TAE) professionals, as well as professionals in areas including but not limited to Learning & Development, Organisational Development, and Human Resource:
Keen to facilitate learning and assess adult learners through the design, reflection and continuous improvement of learning activities in an array of learning settings such as classroom, workplace and technology-enabled learning contexts
Keen to enhance their sector-domain specialist skills with fundamental and emerging TAE competencies, and undertake business transformation challenges affecting enterprises and workers
Keen to upskill themselves with the facilitator skillsets to effectively conduct in-house training programmes for employees within their organisations
Modules
The WSQ Advanced Certificate in Learning and Performance 2.0 programme consists of 3 modules.
Module 1P : Facilitate Learning Experiences for Adult Learners and Assess Competence based on Skills Framework
Develop your knowledge, abilities and dispositions to effectively acquire facilitation and assessment skills in the context of Singapore's Skills Framework model.
The module is delivered and assessed in an integrated approach, building on the Technical Skills and Competencies of Skills Framework Adoption (SFA), Learning Experience Delivery (LED) and Assessment Design and Implementation (ADI).
Module 2P: Facilitate Technology-Enabled Learning Delivery
Develop your knowledge, abilities, and dispositions to facilitate a technology-enabled learning experience for adult learners.
The module is designed with a what, who, where, when, why and how (5W1H) approach, and delivered and assessed in an integrated approach, building on the Technical Skills and Competencies of Learner Profile Analysis and Technology-Enabled Learning Delivery.
Module 3P: Facilitate Workplace Learning Delivery
Equip yourself with the necessary experience to develop, plan and execute a simple workplace learning experience.
This module aims to equip a workplace trainer with a sequential framework for planning and conducting workplace learning activities.
Entry Requirements
Have good English proficiency (English language at GCE 'O' Level of C6 and above, or Workplace Literacy skills of Level 6 and above)
Please refer to the table below table for acceptable alternatives:
Possess appropriate level subject matter specialisation and industry experience, relevant for the design, facilitation and assessment of learning
Minimum 2 years in the domain expertise
Possess strong information and communication technology (ICT) skills including:
a) Sourcing for relevant information and materials from the workplace, library, internet and online databases
b) Using word processing and presentation software for report writing and presentationBe able to source and analyse relevant materials from the workplace, library, internet and online databases for design and development of learning resources
- Applicants are responsible for preparing and submitting the relevant documentations pertaining to the programme Entry Requirements upon enrolment.
- Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements or fail to submit the required documents will be withdrawn from the programme and notified two weeks before the course commencement date.
Completion Requirements
Learners are required to meet a minimum attendance of 75% per programme module
Attain a "C" (Competent) grade for all modules. In lieu of a "Competent" grade, a credit exemption issued for that module is also acceptable
It was good consideration of IAL to build in coursework and assignment time into the ACLP 2.0 schedule. This shorten duration helped learners greatly with time management!
Fees and Funding
*With effect from 1 January 2024, applicants will be subjected to the 9% GST rate.
^SkillsFuture Funding and SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES)
- For each module, you must achieve at least 75% attendance, and successfully attain a ‘Competent’ (C) grading for the final assessment result.
- For more information on MCES, refer here.
SkillsFuture Credit
- Only self-sponsored applicants can use SkillsFuture Credit.
- You can use SkillsFuture Credit, SkillsFuture Credit Top-Up to offset the fees. Please note that SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career Support) is not applicable.
- Please register within 60 days from start date of the programme. For more information on SkillsFuture Credit, refer here.
Mandatory e-Attendance via Singpass App from 1 October 2023
- Singaporean Citizens/Permanent Residents are required to set up your Singpass account and download the Singpass App prior to course commencement.
- Learners will have to submit a reschedule request, with an applicable fee, if they are unable to do so.
- Please be present in class (physical and online) 15 minutes before the scheduled lesson time on the actual day and have the following ready:
- Smart device (e.g., smartphone or iPad) with a functioning camera,
- Singpass mobile app installed on the smart device,
- Login credentials for the Singpass App.
Payment Advisory for Self-sponsored and Company-sponsored Applicants
- You will be required to make the course fee payment via eNets/credit card (VISA or MasterCard) and/or SkillsFuture Credit (SFC) - (applicable for self-sponsored applicant) at the end of the registration process. Please note that the system will automatically cancel the registration if full payment (including SFC, where applicable) has not been successfully processed by 11.59pm (Singapore Time) on the same day of the registration. You will have to reapply for the course, subject to seat availability at the point of re-registration.
- For dedicated corporate runs with a contract signed with IAL, billing and payment will follow the terms of the signed contract. If you wish to find out more on customised corporate arrangements, please get in touch with us at +65 6579 0300 or reach out to us via the below form.
Programme Administrative Information
Find out more resources and useful information for IAL learners to stay connected and updated throughout their learning journey. You will be required to login to MyIAL. If you are new to MyIAL, please register for a MyIAL account and activate it.
I am happy with the ACLP 2.0 as it gives learners better work-life balance in comparison to the previous version of ACLP which had assignments that felt repetitive and similar. On top of that, the ACLP 2.0 also upholds the same level of Technical Skills and Competency Knowledge which is great!
Course Preview
Course preview provides the opportunity for you to gain a better understanding of the WSQ Advanced Certificate in Learning and Performance 2.0.
Register to access the preview session. Have questions? Send in your enquiries to: feedback.ial.edu.sg
Frequently Asked Questions
• You may also provide other documented evidence of your proficiency in English or be required to attend an interview with IAL to ascertain your suitability for the programme.
Throughout the module, learners will also be assessed via various means, including class presentations, demonstrations or practical performances.
However, please note the following:
• All credit exemption requests must be submitted and approved before programme enrollment.
• No course fee refunds will be provided once the programme has commenced, even if credit exemption is subsequently approved.
Trainers with relevant practice experience can also be recognised through IAL’s Skills Badges tied to credit exemption to the ACLP 2.0. Click here to read more.
ACLP graduates who still wish to enrol in ACLP 2.0 might like to note that SSG funding can only be applied once for the same course or Technical Skills and Competency. Hence, ACLP graduates who re-enrol into ACLP 2.0 will be required to pay full fee for the programme.
Graduates of the Advanced Certificate in Learning and Performance (ACLP) would have acquired fundamental competencies essential for the Training and Adult Education (TAE) sector. These include how to apply key principles of adult learning, integrate the Skills Framework, facilitate technology-enabled learning, implement workplace learning interventions, conduct competency-based assessments, and leverage learner profiles to enhance facilitation effectiveness.
The ACLP certification, a widely-recognised industry benchmark, would enable graduates to embark on a career as Learning Facilitator or Trainers, Learning Support, Learning Facilitation, and Learning Management — roles commonly required by training providers and corporate organisations.
Graduates who have completed the WSQ Advanced Certificate in Learning and Performance (ACLP) have a wide range of pathways to further develop their careers in the Training and Adult Education (TAE) sector.
For those keen on enhancing their facilitation skills, Continual Professional Development (CPD) courses and participation in Adult Education Network (AEN) activities provide valuable opportunities for professional growth alongside fellow TAE practitioners.
Individuals who are more inclined towards curriculum development may consider pursuing the WSQ Diploma in Design and Development of Learning for Performance (DDDLP) to deepen their expertise in instructional design.
For experienced practitioners who have obtained the WSQ ACLP certificate and aspire to specialise in workplace consultancy, the WSQ Graduate Diploma in Workplace Learning offers a structured pathway to develop the necessary competencies.
For guidance on career pathways within the Training and Adult Education landscape, graduates can enrol in "Exploring AE Career Journeys: Insights from Practitioners", an IAL programme designed to provide valuable insights and support.