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Psychology Students Face Barriers in Training and Placement

3/20/2026

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Jerein Sandrasageran, a psychology undergraduate, says the pathway to qualification lasts seven years and requires an undergraduate degree and clinical placements.
Limited local programs and high costs hinder progress, while a shortage of qualified supervisors reduces placements.
Public reluctance to consult trainees further complicates training.
Dr. Pearlene Ng, from the Singapore Psychological Society, says the society seeks partnerships with educational institutions to expand placement options and better prepare students.

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Jerein Sandrasageran, a psychology undergraduate, says the pathway to qualification lasts seven years and requires an undergraduate degree and clinical placements.
Limited local programs and high costs hinder progress, while a shortage of qualified supervisors reduces placements.
Public reluctance to consult trainees further complicates training.
Dr. Pearlene Ng, from the Singapore Psychological Society, says the society seeks partnerships with educational institutions to expand placement options and better prepare students.