Our Milestones

College of Allied Educators

College of Allied Educators (CAE) journey began in 2001 as a tuition and enrichment centre, addressing gaps in cognitive learning for children with special needs. In 2004, we evolved into the School of Linguistics, providing accredited training for parents, teachers, and caregivers. By 2010, we rebranded as the College of Allied Educators, expanding our programs to include counselling, psychology, and allied health sciences.

Over the years, CAE partnered with esteemed overseas institutions such as the Academy of Play and Child Psychotherapy (accredited by Play Therapy United Kingdom), Leeds Beckett University, and Aston University, which are listed in the QS World University Ranking. CAE pioneered special needs education, gained recognition from esteemed organizations, and launched numerous community outreach initiatives.

In 2024, partnering with CLPS Global IT Services, a Nasdaq-listed company, CAE moved to state-of-the-art premises at 11 Collyer Quay. As CAE celebrates its 20th anniversary, we reaffirm our commitment to excellence and innovation in education and training. Moving forward, CAE plans to explore and expand into Information Technology (IT) and Business Management programmes, while also continuing our commitment to providing quality education in the counselling and allied health education sectors. Partnering with top overseas universities, we aim to offer comprehensive and high-standard education and learning opportunities.

2024

  • Strategic Alignment with CLPS Global IT Services: Acquired with CLPS, a Nasdaq-listed company, marking a new era of growth and development.
  • New Premises: Relocated to 11 Collyer Quay, The Arcade, occupying an entire floor with enhanced facilities including 8 classrooms, 1 library room, and 2 dedicated counselling rooms.
  • 20th Anniversary Celebration: Celebrated 20 years of providing high-quality education and training, reaffirming our commitment to excellence and innovation.
  • Future plans: CAE outline its commitment to expand into Information Technology (IT) and Business Management programmes, partnering with top overseas universities to provide quality education and learning.

2023

  • Partnership with Aston University: Partnered with Aston University to launch the Master of Science in Counselling Psychology and the Master of Science in Applied Psychology programmes, further strengthening our commitment to providing pathways for our students.
  • Award Ceremony: At the 40th Anniversary Dinner of the Singapore Association for Counselling (SAC), Mr. Jim Bek, one of CAE Academic and Examination board member, received a long service award for his tenure as a former SAC president. The event featured Mr. Eric Chua as Guest of Honour, the launch of SAC’s new initiatives and commemorative book, and awards for other distinguished members, celebrating SAC’s 40 years of contributions to the counselling profession.
  • CAE Unionized: Joined the Education Services Union (ESU) under the National Trades Union Congress (NTUC) group to better support and advocate for the rights and welfare of workers.

2022:

  • EduTrust Certification: Achieved 4 years of EduTrust Certification from SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG), demonstrating sustained excellence in managing the institution and providing high-quality education standards and student welfare.
  • First Cultural Exchange Programme: Established with Leeds Beckett University’s students.

2021:

  • 4-Year Enhanced Registration Framework (ERF) Award: For the second consecutive time, CAE has been awarded the 4-Year Enhanced Registration Framework (ERF) Award. This esteemed recognition from Singapore’s Committee for Private Education (CPE) underscores CAE’s ongoing commitment to upholding the highest quality and standards in education.
  • WSQ Recognised Programme: Successfully launched inaugural WSQ intake.
  • Leeds Beckett University Graduation Ceremony: Successfully organised and hosted.

2020:

  • Leeds Beckett University Master of Arts in Psychotherapy (Top-Up), now known as Master of Arts in Integrative Counselling (Top-Up): Launched inaugural intake.
  • Adaptation to COVID-19: Successfully transitioned to online learning platform to ensure continuity of education during the pandemic.

2019:

  • SkillsFuture WSQ Recognition: Attained Approved Training Organization (ATO) status from SkillsFuture’s Workforce Skills Qualifications (WSQ).

2017:

  • Increased Community Outreach: Launched initiatives to raise awareness in allied health and mental wellness.
  • 4-Year Enhanced Registration Framework (ERF) Award: CAE achieved the 4-year ERF Award under Singapore’s Committee for Private Education (CPE) Enhanced Registration Framework (ERF), demonstrating its commitment to upholding high quality and standards.

2016:

  • Collaborative Partnership: Signed a Memorandum of Agreement for a Collaborative Partnership on October 19, 2016, with the Academy of Play and Child Psychotherapy (APAC), accredited by Play Therapy United Kingdom (PTUK), to run Play Therapy programmes in Singapore and strengthen our commitment to the allied health sector.

2014:

  • Recognized Programme: The Graduate Diploma in Counselling Psychology (GDICP) programme, now known as the Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling Psychology (PGDICP), was first recognised by Singapore Association for Counselling (SAC).

2012:

  • Community Outreach: Increased outreach and support for special needs education within the community through enhanced training programmes and partnerships.
  • 4-Year Enhanced Registration Framework (ERF) Award: CAE achieved the 4-year ERF Award under Singapore’s Committee for Private Education (CPE) Enhanced Registration Framework (ERF), demonstrating its commitment to upholding high quality and standards.

2011:

  • Enhanced Registration Framework: In March 2011, CAE was among the first batch of Private Education Institutions (PEIs) to be registered with Singapore’s Council for Private Education (CPE), now known as SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG), under its mandatory Enhanced Registration Framework (ERF). The ERF is a regulatory framework designed to ensure that PEIs in Singapore meet high standards of quality and governance.

2010:

  • Acquisition and Rebranding: Acquired and rebranded as the College of Allied Educators (CAE) with the Committee for Private Education (CPE). Expanded to include counselling, psychology, and allied health sciences programmes.

2005-2009:

  • Early Success: Gained recognition for pioneering special needs education and established a reputation as a leading training provider in Singapore.
  • Expansion: Founded Saint Clare School for Special Education in August 2007, providing practical education for children with learning difficulties.

2004:

  • Founding: Established as the School of Linguistics at 15 Phillips Street, providing accredited training programmes for parents, teachers, and caregivers to support children with special needs.

2001:

  • Early Years: Started as a tuition and enrichment centre for children, identifying gaps in cognitive learning abilities such as Autism, Dyslexia, ADD/ADHD, and other learning difficulties.