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For any individual who is interested to pick up home repair DIY skills, this is for you.
Our Handyman courses are designed to enable learners to pick up various types of DIY skills that can be applied practically anywhere. The courses also aim to deliver the greatest impact through step-by-step concept understanding and hands-on activities.
These courses are heavily subsidised by SkillsFuture and National Silver Academy (NSA).
General Information
Provider
SL2 Impact
Venues
Community Lab @ UWCSEA
1 Tampines Street 73 #B1-D119
Singapore 528704
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City Sprouts
102 Henderson Road
Singapore 159562
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(The venue for each class is specified in the registration button below as well as in the registration form. Please check that you are registering for the correct class at the correct venue when filling up the form.)
Duration
7 hours (10am – 5pm) (most courses)
(The Digital Readiness & Production course and the Mental Wellness course have different timings. Please refer to the respective course details below.)
Language
English
Mandarin (selected courses)
Contact
SMS or WhatsApp to
+65 9466 1315
(Expect replies from 10am to 6pm, Tuesday to Friday.)
Email
National Silver Academy Subsidy
Seniors (aged 50 and above), who are Singapore Citizens or Permanent Residents, enjoy 80% NSA subsidy.
There is no need to apply for this subsidy if you are eligible; it will be automatically deducted from the amount payable.
The balance may be paid by in cash, by PayNow or by SkillsFuture Credits.
Fees & Eligibility
Participants need to be fully vaccinated by MOH definition.
Other than that, everyone is welcome. There is no age restriction, and previous knowledge or experience is not required.
Fees differ according to courses.
(Please refer to the details below.)
We do not charge GST.
SkillsFuture Credit Claimable
Fully/Partially claimable for eligible Singapore Citizens or Permanent Residents.
Participants need to submit their SkillsFuture Credit claim directly through the SkillsFuture online portal – instructions will be provided after successful registration.
Which course are you interested in? Click on the respective buttons below for details.
Courses conducted in English:
Courses conducted in Mandarin:
Course Programs Available
Handyman
Electrical Appliance Repair
In this 7-hour course, participants will gain a basic understanding of how appliances work and be able to identify electrical risks. They will also learn how to diagnose and make any necessary electrical repairs connected to that appliance. Gaining these practical technical skills will allow participants to stay relevant in present-day society where electronics consumption and occurrences of breakdown are only going to increase. Participants will also be able to serve the community and might potentially be able to find employment with these skills.
Language
English
Venues
Community Lab @ UWCSEA, 1 Tampines Street 73 #B1-D119, Singapore 528704
City Sprouts, 102 Henderson Road, Singapore 159562
Duration
7 hours (10am – 5pm)
Fee and Eligibility
$190 – Everyone
$38 – SG Citizens & PR aged 50 and above (post subsidy)
SkillsFuture Eligibility
Fully/Partially claimable for eligible Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents
National Silver Academy Grant Eligibility
$152 subsidy for SG Citizens & PR aged 50 and above
Balance $38 payable in Cash, by PayNow or by SkillsFuture Credit claim for eligible SG Citizens & PR
Click on the date to sign up!
11 February 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab FULL
15 April 2023 (Saturday) @ City Sprouts
29 April 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
20 May 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
17 June 2023 (Saturday) @ City Sprouts
17 August 2023 (THURSDAY) @ Community Lab
19 August 2023 (Saturday) @ City Sprouts
2 September 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
15 April 2023 (Saturday) @ City Sprouts
29 April 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
20 May 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
17 June 2023 (Saturday) @ City Sprouts
17 August 2023 (THURSDAY) @ Community Lab
19 August 2023 (Saturday) @ City Sprouts
2 September 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
自助爱好者:
家用电器维修
课程讲解：参与者将学习如何诊断和修复家用电器中的常见故障，如风扇，水壶，熨斗和吹风机。在修理设备时培养信心和机智。
课程语言
华语、华文
课程地址
Community Lab @ UWCSEA, 1 Tampines Street 73 #B1-D119, Singapore 528704
City Sprouts, 102 Henderson Road, Singapore 159562
课程时间
7 小时 (10am – 5pm)
课程费用
$190* – 全价
$38* – 本地公民或永久居民 50岁及以上 (减除NSA 补贴后)
*可使用 SkillsFuture Credit
Handyman
Home Electrical Repairs
In this 7-hour course, participants will learn how to replace lighting systems like conversion of regular lamps to LED lights. Participants will also learn to replace wall electrical outlets, run cabling, lamp fixtures, light switches. With these skills, participants can tackle most common home electrical repairs.
Language
English
Venues
Community Lab @ UWCSEA, 1 Tampines Street 73 #B1-D119, Singapore 528704
City Sprouts, 102 Henderson Road, Singapore 159562
Duration
7 hours (10am – 5pm)
Fee and Eligibility
$190 – Everyone
$38 – SG Citizens & PR aged 50 and above (post subsidy)
SkillsFuture Eligibility
Fully/Partially claimable for eligible Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents
National Silver Academy Grant Eligibility
$152 subsidy for SG Citizens & PR aged 50 and above
Balance $38 payable in Cash, by PayNow or by SkillsFuture Credit claim for eligible SG Citizens & PR
Click on the date to sign up!
5 February 2023 (SUNDAY) @ Community Lab FULL
15 April 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
6 May 2023 (Saturday) @ City Sprouts
10 June 2023 (Saturday) @ City Sprouts
15 July 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
5 August 2023 (Saturday) @ City Sprouts
26 August 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
23 September 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
15 April 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
6 May 2023 (Saturday) @ City Sprouts
10 June 2023 (Saturday) @ City Sprouts
15 July 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
5 August 2023 (Saturday) @ City Sprouts
26 August 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
23 September 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
Handyman
Home Repair & Maintenance
In this 7-hour course, participants will experience the use of power drills in home repairs of different materials. They will learn how to drill through wood tiles, metal, plastic and concrete. They will get to install fixtures and screws with wall plugs, replace tiles and patch concrete holes. Participants will also learn how to change various types of locks, install and adjust cabinet hinges. Learning these skills allow you to make simple repairs at home without waiting for and having to pay servicemen.
Language
English
Venues
Community Lab @ UWCSEA, 1 Tampines Street 73 #B1-D119, Singapore 528704
City Sprouts, 102 Henderson Road, Singapore 159562
Duration
7 hours (10am – 5pm)
Fee and Eligibility
$190 – Everyone
$38 – SG Citizens & PR aged 50 and above (post subsidy)
SkillsFuture Eligibility
Fully/Partially claimable for eligible Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents
National Silver Academy Grant Eligibility
$152 subsidy for SG Citizens & PR aged 50 and above
Balance $38 payable in Cash, by PayNow or by SkillsFuture Credit claim for eligible SG Citizens & PR
Click on the date to sign up!
18 February 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
11 March 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
13 May 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
15 July 2023 (Saturday) @ City Sprouts
29 July 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
2 September 2023 (Saturday) @ City Sprouts
16 September 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
18 February 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
11 March 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
13 May 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
15 July 2023 (Saturday) @ City Sprouts
29 July 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
2 September 2023 (Saturday) @ City Sprouts
16 September 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
自助爱好者:
房屋维修和保养
课程讲解：参与者将会学习非常管用的家居维修和保养。比如换门锁、调整橱柜铰链、安装墙壁装置、等等。不批再等锁匠！自己出动，又省钱，又省时间。
课程语言
华语、华文
课程地址
Community Lab @ UWCSEA, 1 Tampines Street 73 #B1-D119, Singapore 528704
City Sprouts, 102 Henderson Road, Singapore 159562
课程时间
7 小时 (10am – 5pm)
课程费用
$190* – 全价
$38* – 本地公民或永久居民 50岁及以上 (减除NSA 补贴后)
Handyman
Plumbing, Drywall & Adhesives
In this 7-hour course, participants will learn to tackle various plumbing problems like changing and maintaining faucets, clearing drainage chokes, installing faucet attachments, plastic pipe installations, toilet flush systems etc. Participants will learn to install fixtures in dry walls and learn the applications of adhesives. Learning these skills, participants will be able to tackle common plumbing challenges, install dry wall structures and fix things with adhesives.
Language
English
Venues
Community Lab @ UWCSEA, 1 Tampines Street 73 #B1-D119, Singapore 528704
City Sprouts, 102 Henderson Road, Singapore 159562
Duration
7 hours (10am – 5pm)
Fee and Eligibility
$190 – Everyone
$38 – SG Citizens & PR aged 50 and above (post subsidy)
SkillsFuture Eligibility
Fully/Partially claimable for eligible Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents
National Silver Academy Grant Eligibility
$152 subsidy for SG Citizens & PR aged 50 and above
Balance $38 payable in Cash, by PayNow or by SkillsFuture Credit claim for eligible SG Citizens & PR
Click on the date to sign up!
4 February 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab FULL
1 April 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
6 May 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
27 May 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
24 June 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
22 July 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
9 September 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
1 April 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
6 May 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
27 May 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
24 June 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
22 July 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
9 September 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
Handyman
Furniture & Fabric Fixes
In this 7-hour course, participants will learn to fix common problems with their furniture and fabric. This course teaches basic quality fixes for strengthening unstable furniture, replacing knobs and handles, installing new cabinet and drawer locks, fixing and adjusting hinges, refurbishing furniture surfaces, etc.
In the fabric repair, participants will learn basic skills to mend common types of fabric materials by learning basic skills in hand sewing, installing eyelets and other accessories, and other useful tools to mend bags, tents, attire, cushions, etc.
Language
English
Venues
Community Lab @ UWCSEA, 1 Tampines Street 73 #B1-D119, Singapore 528704
City Sprouts, 102 Henderson Road, Singapore 159562
Duration
7 Hours (10am-5pm)
Fee and Eligibility
$190 – Everyone
$38 – SG Citizens & PR aged 50 and above (post subsidy)
SkillsFuture Eligibility
Fully/Partially claimable for eligible Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents
National Silver Academy Grant Eligibility
$152 subsidy for SG Citizens & PR aged 50 and above
Balance $38 payable in Cash, by PayNow or by SkillsFuture Credit claim for eligible SG Citizen & PR
Handyman
Digital Readiness & Production
In this 3-session course, participants will acquire the knowledge to use digital platforms to learn and communicate ideas, and be exposed to basic digital design skills in 3D design. Participants will find out how to use available free design tools to create useful products like gears, enclosures, simple gadgets, etc, and to fabricate what they have designed with a laser cutter and 3D printers.
Language
English
Venues
Sessions 1 & 3: Community Lab @ UWCSEA, 1 Tampines Street 73 #B1-D119, Singapore 528704
Session 2: Online via Zoom
Duration
14 Hours over 3 sessions
Session 1: 7 hours (10am – 5pm)
Session 2: 2 hours (7pm – 9pm)
Session 3: 5 hours (10am – 3pm)
Fee and Eligibility
$450 – Everyone
$90 – SG Citizens & PR aged 50 and above (post subsidy)
SkillsFuture Eligibility
Fully/Partially claimable for eligible Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents
National Silver Academy Grant Eligibility
$360 subsidy for SG Citizens & PR aged 50 and above
Balance $90 payable in Cash, by PayNow or by SkillsFuture Credit claim for eligible SG Citizen & PR
Requirement for the class
- Basic computer literacy
- Laptop (minimally windows 8 installed, preferable window 10)* with mouse and smartphone (with front and back camera)*
*will not be provided by organiserWith the following apps and programs installed.
- Telegram on mobile
- Telegram desktop on laptop
- Zoom on laptop
Click on the date to sign up!
25 February 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
1 July 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
25 February 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
1 July 2023 (Saturday) @ Community Lab
Mental Well-Being:
Riding The Waves Of Change Smiling
Discover how you can strengthen your mental resilience and well-being, which are important factors of successful ageing. Join us to learn about mental well-being and the common issues affecting it. In our daily lives, we may face stressors which affect our ability to experience life in a positive manner and could increase our vulnerability to mental health difficulties. Through experiential learning, this course will help you pick up practical tips to enhance and maintain your mental well-being.
Language
English
Venue
Online class
Duration
7 Hours (9am-4pm)
Fee and Eligibility
$100 – Everyone
$20 – SG Citizens & PR aged 50 and above (post subsidy)
SkillsFuture Eligibility
Fully/Partially claimable for eligible Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents
National Silver Academy Grant Eligibility
$80 subsidy for SG Citizens & PR aged 50 and above
Balance $20 payable in Cash, by PayNow or by SkillsFuture Credit claim for eligible SG Citizens & PR
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Address
Sustainable Living Lab Community
Lab@UWCSEA, #B1-D119,
1 Tampines Street 73, 528704
Contact
info@sustainablelivinglab.org
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