The Singapore Register of Psychologists (SRP) is collaborating with the National University of Singapore (NUS) on an Undergraduate course, Introduction to Clinical Psychology.
As part of their tutorials, students work in groups to apply the Singapore Psychological Society’s (SPS) Code of Ethics to realistic cases, examining informed consent and confidentiality across the lifespan, and resolving dilemmas using the SPS Ethical Decision-Making Model, with the support of a mentor from the field throughout the semester, with the guidance of Dr Lohsnah Jeevanandam.
Four groups have been selected to present their work to SRP members.
Presenting Groups
CHILDREN
(0 - 12)
ADOLESCENTS
(13 - 17)
ADULTS
(18 - 64)
OLDER ADULTS
(65+)
A Sample Case: Children Group
Mei, age 9, is referred for counselling after her parents' separation. Her mother asks the therapist for weekly updates on everything Mei discloses, while her father insists her sessions stay private from both parents. Mei herself asks that nothing she shares be passed to either parent, worried it will be used against the other.
What would you do? This is the kind of real-world dilemma the Children group will resolve using the SPS Code of Ethics - come hear how they worked through it.
What Each Group's Brief Presentation Covers
- The Landscape: key ethical dilemmas facing that population, grounded in published literature.
- Applying the Code: do's and don'ts anchored to specific clauses of the SPS Code of Ethics.
- Resolution: a realistic case resolved step-by-step using the SPS Ethical Decision-Making Model.
- Reflection: a challenge the group worked through and a takeaway from the process.
Registration Closes on 25 Nov 2026
To register, write to secretariat@psychology.org.sg and provide the following:
(1) Full Name
(2) SPS & / or SRP Membership Number / Non SPS
(3) Name of Organization
(4) Area of Specialization
(5) Number of seats
Fee: $5