About SCAL Academy

SCAL Academy was established in 2007 by The Singapore Contractors Association Ltd. (SCAL) to develop and conduct training courses, seminars and workshops for the construction industry. In terms of experience, we have been conducting Workplace Safety & Health (WSH) courses for the construction industry as an MOM Accredited Training Provider since the early 1990s.

2.       Where is SCAL Academy located?

Click here to view our location in detail.

You can take SMRT Bus No. 172 or SBS Bus No. 199 from Boon Lay Bus Interchange and alight at the fourth bus stop.

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SCAL Academy – Courses, Workshops and Seminars

1.       How long is my certificate valid for after passing the Construction Safety Orientation Course (CSOC)?

For Singaporeans and Permanent Resident (PR), if their working experience in the construction industry is 6 years or more, the CSOC pass will be valid for 4 years. Otherwise, the validity is for 2 years.

For foreign workers, the period of validity will depend on the records held with Ministry of Manpower (MOM).

2.       Do I get a certificate as well as ID pass after passing the exam?

Participants will be awarded a certificate upon completing and passing the course exam. To obtain an ID pass, participants must have passed the exam and submit a passport-sized photo together with a $10 fee.

3.       How long after the exam can we know the result?

The results will be ready for collection, ranging between 2 - 3 weeks after taking the exam. A notification will be sent by fax to the respective companies (for participants registered under “company”) or by SMS to individual applicants once the results are available.

4.       Can we have the certificate delivered to us?

Yes. However, you will have to notify us in writing and there is no guaranteed delivery to your address unless prior arrangement is made between your given address and the courier.

5.       I have lost my certificate. Can I get another copy?

Yes. Duplicate certificates are available at a cost of S$50 per copy.

6.       Are there any examinations for courses conducted by SCAL Academy?

There are examinations/ assessments for most of SCAL Academy courses. Browse through our training courses here.

7.       How can I be eligible to sit for the examination?

Only participants with at least 75% attendance will be eligible to sit for the examination. Participants who are late for more than 30 minutes will not be allowed to sit for examination.

8.       Are your courses conducted in other languages besides English?

Yes, we conduct CSOC in 6 different languages besides English. Also, we conduct the Building Construction Supervisors Safety Course (BCSS) and Formwork Safety Course for Supervisors in Mandarin. Find out more about our courses here.

Yes! We currently conduct courses such as CSOC, BCSS, LSSC and others on Saturdays. We are however closed on Sundays

10.   Can SCAL Academy conduct the safety courses at our project office?

Yes, we can. However, that would be subjected to prior approval by the Authority.

11.   Besides safety courses, do you conduct other courses or workshops?

Yes. We conduct other construction related courses and workshops. Please look out for our updates via our website or subscribe to our mailing list found on our homepage to get updates on all our courses, seminars and workshops.

12.   How can I give feedback on your courses?

13.   Are the safety courses conducted at SCAL Academy recognised?

Yes! All our safety courses that are accredited by MOM are recognised and accepted in Singapore.

SCAL Academy conducts more than just courses. We also conduct workshops and seminars. Depending on the seating capacity, some workshops/ seminars may be held at SCAL Construction House. Click here for details on the location.

15.   How do I get more information about the courses available in SCAL Academy?

You can obtain more details via any one of the following options:

-     Call us at 6793 9020.

-     Browse through our courses, workshops and seminars online

-     Pick up our brochures at No. 5 Jurong West Avenue 5 or No. 1, Bukit Merah Lane 2, Construction House.

16.   Who is eligible to sign up for SCAL Academy courses, workshops and seminars?

SCAL Academy courses, workshops and seminars are open to everybody. However, there are entry requirements for certain WSH courses. For more details, contact us here.

17.   How do I apply for SCAL Academy’s courses, workshops and seminars?

Download our registration form here. Fill in the required fields and submit it to us via fax or post with the relevant documents required. Payment via cheques can be submitted by post to SCAL Academy Pte Ltd.

1. After confirming my course date with SCAL Academy, am I allowed to withdraw? Will there be any penalties?

Yes, the administrative charges are as follows:

For cancellation of course - A notice of cancellation must be given at least 3 working days before commencement of the course for 50% of course fee to be returned. If notice is given less than 3 working days before the first day of the course, there will be no refund.

For replacement/postponement of course - A notice of replacement / postponement together with the full particulars of the new participant (for replacement) must be given to us at least 3 working days before the course commencement. A charge of $10 (for replacement) or $30 (for postponement) will be imposed on such changes.

2. Will I be entitled to SDF grants?

Only company-sponsored applicants who are Singaporean or Singapore Permanent Residents may apply for SDF. If you wish to apply for the SDF grant, please download the relevant application form, FORM 1 (for Non-Pre-Approved Training Courses) from www.sdf.gov.sg. Completed application form must be mailed and reach WDA at least one day before the course starts. Please contact SDF at 68835885 for more information.

3. Are all fees quoted inclusive of GST?

Yes. All fees quoted are inclusive of GST.

4. Do you offer group discount?

Yes! We will give discount on a case by case basis. Find out the latest promotions on our homepage.

5. What modes of payment are accepted for the courses?

SCAL Academy accepts payments made by Cheques, NETS and Cash.

6. Does SCAL Academy accept partial upfront payments or in instalments?

No. All payments must be made in full upon application of the course. If payment is made by cheque, the cheque must reach SCAL Academy on the day of the course or anytime before that.

Membership Queries

1. We are SLOTS Member. If we attend a seminar, will we meet one of the requirements for SLOTS Membership renewal?

Yes, if that seminar/ workshop is conducted in the current year of renewal.

2. I attended SCAL Academy seminar/workshop last year. Have we met one of the requirements for SLOTS Membership renewal?

No. You need to attend one of our seminars/ workshops/ courses conducted in the same year of renewal for your membership.

3. Last month, I attended a seminar conducted by ABC Academy, is it acceptable for SLOTS membership renewal?

Only attending seminars/ workshops organized by SCAL Academy will be accepted as one of the requirements for SLOTS membership renewal.

4. Will attending the CSOC conducted by SCAL Academy be acceptable for SLOTS Membership renewal?

The CSOC is meant for worker /basic level. You have to attend courses that are at supervisory level and above to be qualified for SLOTS Membership renewal.

5. Are all seminars free for SLOTS Members?

No. However, we do conduct free seminars from time to time. To be updated on the latest seminars/ workshops available, sign up for our e-newsletter.