09-03-2025, 03:25 PM
Singapore to require psychologists to register for practice to enhance mental health standards
Psychologists in Singapore will soon be required to register to practise, as part of efforts to strengthen mental healthcare and ensure patient safety, said Senior Minister of State for Health Dr Janil Puthucheary on Friday (7 March). WP MP He Ting Ru also raised concerns over self-proclaimed "therapists" with minimal training offering services. Dr Janil assured MOH is working on regulations to address these risks and enhance public awareness.
https://www.theonlinecitizen.com/2025/03...standards/
Psychologists in Singapore will soon be required to register to practise, as part of efforts to strengthen mental healthcare and ensure patient safety, said Senior Minister of State for Health Dr Janil Puthucheary on Friday (7 March). WP MP He Ting Ru also raised concerns over self-proclaimed "therapists" with minimal training offering services. Dr Janil assured MOH is working on regulations to address these risks and enhance public awareness.
https://www.theonlinecitizen.com/2025/03...standards/