Greetings and a warm welcome to YMCA Education Centre

The YMCA Education Centre (YEC) first started in 1913 by running commercial classes such as Shorthand, Book-keeping, Typewriting and Accountancy. It has come a long way since then. Today, the YEC comprises of two components: YMCA Higher Education and YMCA School.

YMCA Higher Education offers tertiary courses that are carried out in partnership with Strathclyde Business School and University of the West of Scotland. In our fast-paced, ever-changing environment, there is a need to constantly learn and upgrade. Our wide-range of courses equip you with cutting-edge skills that are imperative for today’s market.

As a newly certified WSQ Approval Training Organisation – Private Education Institution (ATO-PEI), we are now further expanding our range and introducing accredited courses such as hospitality and tourism management. These courses will be taught by a team of dedicated teachers and lecturers who are committed to providing quality education and ensuring that our students develop their fullest potential in learning.

YMCA School offers academic programmes that prepare students in qualifying for local government schools through the passing of the AEIS (Admissions Exercise for International Students) test. Beyond the rigors of academics, we also seek to develop the mind, body and spirit and nurture our students in becoming socially responsible individuals of distinction.

To work towards achieving this dream, we ensure that all students learn outside the classroom by volunteering in a wide range of community services programmes organized by the YMCA of Singapore. In addition, students participate in many other enriching outdoor curriculum programmes such as adventure training camps or learning journeys.

Governance-wise, I am pleased to announce that the YEC was awarded the 4-year EduTrust by the Council for Private Education from 16 December 2015 to 15 December 2019. This award is a testament to the ensured quality standard of YEC’s processes, teaching strategies and programmes.

I am confident that both local and international students who join the YMCA Education Centre will have an enriching and enjoyable experience.

We welcome you to the family!

Mr Steven Loh

Chairman

YMCA Education Centre