{"id":36786,"date":"2025-10-23T14:17:44","date_gmt":"2025-10-23T07:17:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/?p=36786"},"modified":"2025-10-23T14:17:44","modified_gmt":"2025-10-23T07:17:44","slug":"1doc-academy-and-kingston-international-college-partner-to-strengthen-singapores-healthcare-workforce-through-applied-learning-and-digital-innovation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/?p=36786","title":{"rendered":"1doc Academy and Kingston International College Partner to Strengthen Singapore&#8217;s Healthcare Workforce through Applied Learning and Digital Innovation"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-location\">SINGAPORE<\/span><\/span>, <span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-chron\">Oct. 23, 2025<\/span><\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ &#8212; <b>1doc Academy, the training arm of iAPPS Health Group (1doc)<\/b> and <b>Kingston <span class=\"xn-org\">International College<\/span> (KIC)<\/b> formalised their partnership with the signing of an agreement at <i>GovWare 2025<\/i> on 22 October. The ceremony was witnessed by Senior Minister of State <b><span class=\"xn-person\">Tan Kiat How<\/span><\/b>, Ministry of Health and Ministry of Digital Development and Information. The agreement marks the launch of a strategic collaboration to co-develop and deliver a comprehensive education and training pathway for future healthcare professionals.<\/p>\n<div class=\"PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference\">\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2803443\/1doc_Academy_Kingston_International_College_Partner_Strengthen_Singapore_s_Healthcare_Workforce.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2803443\/1doc_Academy_Kingston_International_College_Partner_Strengthen_Singapore_s_Healthcare_Workforce.jpg?p=medium600\" title=\"1doc Academy and Kingston International College Partner to Strengthen the Singapore\u2019s Healthcare Workforce through Applied Learning and Digital Innovation\" alt=\"1doc Academy and Kingston International College Partner to Strengthen the Singapore\u2019s Healthcare Workforce through Applied Learning and Digital Innovation\" \/> <\/a> <br \/><span>1doc Academy and Kingston International College Partner to Strengthen the Singapore\u2019s Healthcare Workforce through Applied Learning and Digital Innovation<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>The launch of <i>Healthier SG<\/i> marks a pivotal shift in <span class=\"xn-location\">Singapore&#8217;s<\/span> healthcare system, moving from curative treatment to preventive care. By 2030, one in four Singaporeans will be aged 65 or older, up from one in six today<sup>[1]<\/sup>, underscoring the urgent need to expand and upskill the healthcare workforce to meet the needs of an ageing population and to support a more community-based, preventive, and patient-centred model of care.<\/p>\n<p>By combining KIC&#8217;s strength in industry- and jobs-aligned education with 1doc&#8217;s expertise in community healthcare delivery and Medtech, the partnership aims to tackle healthcare talent shortages by building a robust pipeline of health coaches and community healthcare professionals. The pathway will offer stackable, internationally recognised qualifications with clear academic and career progression routes, from foundational certifications to advanced diplomas, degrees, and master&#8217;s programmes. Through rigorous academic instruction, real-world industry placements, and the integration of technology such as digital health platforms, AI-driven learning tools, and telemedicine applications, graduates will gain both recognised qualifications and the practical skills and technological fluency to contribute effectively in preventive and community-based care.<\/p>\n<p><b>Shared Commitment to Healthier Communities <\/b><\/p>\n<p>The partnership underscores both organisations&#8217; commitment to strengthening the healthcare workforce in <span class=\"xn-location\">Singapore<\/span> and across the region. By uniting <span class=\"xn-location\">Kingston&#8217;s<\/span> education pathways, designed in close consultation with employers to meet current and future hiring needs, with 1doc&#8217;s clinical expertise and regional expansion plans, this collaboration will play a pivotal role in advancing <i>Healthier SG<\/i> and shaping a new generation of preventive, patient-centred healthcare professionals.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;As Singapore&#8217;s healthcare system evolves toward a preventive and community-based model under Healthier SG, our collaboration with Kingston <span class=\"xn-org\">International College<\/span> ensures that the next generation of healthcare professionals are not only clinically competent but also technologically fluent and patient-centred. This partnership bridges the gap between medical practice and digital health innovation, empowering health coaches and allied health professionals to deliver smarter, more connected, and compassionate care to every Singaporean,&#8221; said Dr <span class=\"xn-person\">Eugene Loke<\/span>, Medical Director of 1doc.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;This partnership with 1doc strengthens <span class=\"xn-location\">Kingston&#8217;s<\/span> commitment to rigorous, industry-aligned education. Collaborating with employers helps us deliver graduates with recognised qualifications and practical expertise, ready to contribute from day one. As AI reshapes the workforce, this industry-led approach remains vital. We look forward to expanding this collaboration with healthcare and other partners who share our future-ready vision,&#8221; said <span class=\"xn-person\">Ryan Goh<\/span>, CEO of Kingston <span class=\"xn-org\">International College<\/span>.<\/p>\n<div>\n<table border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"1\" class=\"prnbcc\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"prnpr2 prnpl2 prnsbtb1 prnrbrb1 prnsbbb1 prnsblb1\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p class=\"prnml4\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">[1] https:\/\/www.forwardsingapore.gov.sg\/chapters\/chapter-5<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n<p><b>For Media Queries, please contact:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><u>1doc<\/u><\/b>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"xn-person\">Amy Tran<\/span>, Director, Branding and Marcomms \u2013 <a href=\"mailto:amytran@1doc.sg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">amytran@1doc.sg<\/a><\/p>\n<p><b><u>Kingston <span class=\"xn-org\">International College<\/span> <\/u><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"xn-person\">Joshua Chong<\/span>, COO \u2014 <a href=\"mailto:joshua_chong@kingston.edu.sg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">joshua_chong@kingston.edu.sg<\/a><br \/><span class=\"xn-person\">Jerry Tay<\/span>, Strategic Projects Manager \u2014 <a href=\"mailto:jerry_tay@kingston.edu.sg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">jerry_tay@kingston.edu.sg<\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>About iAPPS Health Group <br \/><\/b><\/p>\n<p>iAPPS Health Group is a <span class=\"xn-location\">Singapore<\/span>-based medical group focused on primary and preventive care. Through its AI Health Network\u2122, 1doc supports patients and care teams with digital tools that include ADA (AI Doctor Assistant) for clinical decision support and AVA (AI Health Coach) for lifestyle guidance and engagement. In addition to operating a growing network of clinics and robot pharmacies, 1doc also runs 1doc Academy, a training platform focused on building capabilities in community-based care, digital health, and AI-assisted service delivery.<\/p>\n<p><b>About Kingston:\u00a0 <\/b><\/p>\n<p>Kingston <span class=\"xn-org\">International College<\/span> is an EduTrust-certified private education institution established in <span class=\"xn-location\">Singapore<\/span>, with over 20 years of experience in delivering quality education programs. The college is committed to bridging academic learning with practical industry needs by collaborating with businesses across <span class=\"xn-location\">Singapore<\/span> and the ASEAN region.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"xn-location\">Kingston<\/span> offers industry-aligned programs designed to enhance employability, emphasising mentoring, internships, and workplace readiness through its initiatives. The college&#8217;s mission is to prepare students with relevant skills, sound knowledge, and professional attributes to succeed in a rapidly evolving global and digital economy. For more information about Kingston <span class=\"xn-org\">International College<\/span>, visit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kingston.edu.sg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">www.kingston.edu.sg\/<\/a>.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><!-- wp:html --><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-location\">SINGAPORE<\/span><\/span>, <span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-chron\">Oct. 23, 2025<\/span><\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ &#8212; <b>1doc Academy, the training arm of iAPPS Health Group (1doc)<\/b> and <b>Kingston <span class=\"xn-org\">International College<\/span> (KIC)<\/b> formalised their partnership with the signing of an agreement at <i>GovWare 2025<\/i> on 22 October. The ceremony was witnessed by Senior Minister of State <b><span class=\"xn-person\">Tan Kiat How<\/span><\/b>, Ministry of Health and Ministry of Digital Development and Information. The agreement marks the launch of a strategic collaboration to co-develop and deliver a comprehensive education and training pathway for future healthcare professionals.<\/p>\n<div class=\"PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference\">\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2803443\/1doc_Academy_Kingston_International_College_Partner_Strengthen_Singapore_s_Healthcare_Workforce.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2803443\/1doc_Academy_Kingston_International_College_Partner_Strengthen_Singapore_s_Healthcare_Workforce.jpg?p=medium600\" title=\"1doc Academy and Kingston International College Partner to Strengthen the Singapore\u2019s Healthcare Workforce through Applied Learning and Digital Innovation\" alt=\"1doc Academy and Kingston International College Partner to Strengthen the Singapore\u2019s Healthcare Workforce through Applied Learning and Digital Innovation\" \/> <\/a> <br \/><span>1doc Academy and Kingston International College Partner to Strengthen the Singapore\u2019s Healthcare Workforce through Applied Learning and Digital Innovation<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>The launch of <i>Healthier SG<\/i> marks a pivotal shift in <span class=\"xn-location\">Singapore&#8217;s<\/span> healthcare system, moving from curative treatment to preventive care. By 2030, one in four Singaporeans will be aged 65 or older, up from one in six today<sup>[1]<\/sup>, underscoring the urgent need to expand and upskill the healthcare workforce to meet the needs of an ageing population and to support a more community-based, preventive, and patient-centred model of care.<\/p>\n<p>By combining KIC&#8217;s strength in industry- and jobs-aligned education with 1doc&#8217;s expertise in community healthcare delivery and Medtech, the partnership aims to tackle healthcare talent shortages by building a robust pipeline of health coaches and community healthcare professionals. The pathway will offer stackable, internationally recognised qualifications with clear academic and career progression routes, from foundational certifications to advanced diplomas, degrees, and master&#8217;s programmes. Through rigorous academic instruction, real-world industry placements, and the integration of technology such as digital health platforms, AI-driven learning tools, and telemedicine applications, graduates will gain both recognised qualifications and the practical skills and technological fluency to contribute effectively in preventive and community-based care.<\/p>\n<p><b>Shared Commitment to Healthier Communities <\/b><\/p>\n<p>The partnership underscores both organisations&#8217; commitment to strengthening the healthcare workforce in <span class=\"xn-location\">Singapore<\/span> and across the region. By uniting <span class=\"xn-location\">Kingston&#8217;s<\/span> education pathways, designed in close consultation with employers to meet current and future hiring needs, with 1doc&#8217;s clinical expertise and regional expansion plans, this collaboration will play a pivotal role in advancing <i>Healthier SG<\/i> and shaping a new generation of preventive, patient-centred healthcare professionals.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;As Singapore&#8217;s healthcare system evolves toward a preventive and community-based model under Healthier SG, our collaboration with Kingston <span class=\"xn-org\">International College<\/span> ensures that the next generation of healthcare professionals are not only clinically competent but also technologically fluent and patient-centred. This partnership bridges the gap between medical practice and digital health innovation, empowering health coaches and allied health professionals to deliver smarter, more connected, and compassionate care to every Singaporean,&#8221; said Dr <span class=\"xn-person\">Eugene Loke<\/span>, Medical Director of 1doc.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;This partnership with 1doc strengthens <span class=\"xn-location\">Kingston&#8217;s<\/span> commitment to rigorous, industry-aligned education. Collaborating with employers helps us deliver graduates with recognised qualifications and practical expertise, ready to contribute from day one. As AI reshapes the workforce, this industry-led approach remains vital. We look forward to expanding this collaboration with healthcare and other partners who share our future-ready vision,&#8221; said <span class=\"xn-person\">Ryan Goh<\/span>, CEO of Kingston <span class=\"xn-org\">International College<\/span>.<\/p>\n<div>\n<table border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"1\" class=\"prnbcc\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"prnpr2 prnpl2 prnsbtb1 prnrbrb1 prnsbbb1 prnsblb1\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p class=\"prnml4\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">[1] https:\/\/www.forwardsingapore.gov.sg\/chapters\/chapter-5<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p><b>For Media Queries, please contact:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><u>1doc<\/u><\/b>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"xn-person\">Amy Tran<\/span>, Director, Branding and Marcomms \u2013 <a href=\"mailto:amytran@1doc.sg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">amytran@1doc.sg<\/a><\/p>\n<p><b><u>Kingston <span class=\"xn-org\">International College<\/span> <\/u><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"xn-person\">Joshua Chong<\/span>, COO \u2014 <a href=\"mailto:joshua_chong@kingston.edu.sg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">joshua_chong@kingston.edu.sg<\/a><br \/><span class=\"xn-person\">Jerry Tay<\/span>, Strategic Projects Manager \u2014 <a href=\"mailto:jerry_tay@kingston.edu.sg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">jerry_tay@kingston.edu.sg<\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>About iAPPS Health Group <br \/><\/b><\/p>\n<p>iAPPS Health Group is a <span class=\"xn-location\">Singapore<\/span>-based medical group focused on primary and preventive care. Through its AI Health Network\u2122, 1doc supports patients and care teams with digital tools that include ADA (AI Doctor Assistant) for clinical decision support and AVA (AI Health Coach) for lifestyle guidance and engagement. In addition to operating a growing network of clinics and robot pharmacies, 1doc also runs 1doc Academy, a training platform focused on building capabilities in community-based care, digital health, and AI-assisted service delivery.<\/p>\n<p><b>About Kingston:\u00a0 <\/b><\/p>\n<p>Kingston <span class=\"xn-org\">International College<\/span> is an EduTrust-certified private education institution established in <span class=\"xn-location\">Singapore<\/span>, with over 20 years of experience in delivering quality education programs. The college is committed to bridging academic learning with practical industry needs by collaborating with businesses across <span class=\"xn-location\">Singapore<\/span> and the ASEAN region.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"xn-location\">Kingston<\/span> offers industry-aligned programs designed to enhance employability, emphasising mentoring, internships, and workplace readiness through its initiatives. The college&#8217;s mission is to prepare students with relevant skills, sound knowledge, and professional attributes to succeed in a rapidly evolving global and digital economy. For more information about Kingston <span class=\"xn-org\">International College<\/span>, visit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kingston.edu.sg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">www.kingston.edu.sg\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:html --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"rop_custom_images_group":[],"rop_custom_messages_group":[],"rop_publish_now":"initial","rop_publish_now_accounts":[],"rop_publish_now_history":[],"rop_publish_now_status":"pending","footnotes":""},"categories":[5,7],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-36786","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cision-pr-newswire","category-cision-pr-newswire-en"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/36786","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=36786"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/36786\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=36786"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=36786"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=36786"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}