Chinese Phonetics (Hanyu Pinyin) 汉语拼音

Chinese Phonetics (Hanyu Pinyin) is a romanisation system for standard Chinese. Mastering it can strengthen the pronunciation of Chinese, and facilitate Chinese input as it is the basis for Chinese word processing using the Pinyin keyboard.  

CI-NTU’s Chinese Phonetics programme is suitable for anyone who can converse in Chinese but not familiar with how Pinyin works. It consists of two courses: (I) Introduction to Chinese Phonetics (II) Enhanced Level on Chinese Phonetics.

Course Highlights

• Eligible trainees enjoy 50% NSA subsidy and use of SkillsFuture Credits (SFC).
• Expand your network, connect with people from different backgrounds and professions who share the same interest in Chinese language and culture.
• Qualified trainers with practical teaching experience.
  

Course Objectives

• Learn about initials, finals and tones.
• Correct and strengthen accuracy of pronunciation.
• Learn Chinese input methods for typing on computers and mobile devices.
• Improve the spelling ability and confidence in using Pinyin through many typing exercises.
  

Course Structure

Course Outline

Medium of Instruction

Chinese / English (Minimal)

Trainers

Our trainers are experienced, having undergone professional training and possess at least the Advanced Certificate in Learning and Performance (ACLP) or Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment (ACTA) certification.

Pre-Entry Requirement

• Applicants must possess basic Chinese conversation skills.
• Those who has never received training in Chinese Phonetics should start from the Introduction level.
  

Post-Course Test

A post-course test will be conducted during the last lesson of the course, in order to be awarded the E-Certificate of Completion.

Certificate

• Trainees will be awarded an E-Certificate of Completion for fulfilling the following criteria:

-   Achieved a minimum of 70% attendance;
-   Pass the post-course test;
-   Participate in post-course surveys.

• E-Certificate of Participation will be issued to those who fulfil 50 - 69% attendance and participated in post-course surveys.
  

Course Schedule

*The schedule is subject to change without prior notice. Interested applicants, please email or call to confirm the availability of intakes.

Course Fees

• New Trainees: There is a non-refundable registration fee of $65.40 (incl. 9% GST).
  Returning Trainees: Registration fee waived within one year from the end date of the latest course attended.
• Complimentary course materials will be provided.
  ^     50% NSA Subsidy for Singapore Citizens aged≥50 years.

Customised Programme

• This programme can be customised to individual or corporate needs.
• Not eligible for government subsidies.

Discount Schemes

• 10% off course fee for NTU staff, student, alumni, and Alumni Club Members.
• 10% off course fee for Singapore Permanent Residents / Foreigners aged ≥50 years.
  

Note:
-   Proof of citizenship status or relevant documents are required for verification purposes.
-   Applicants are eligible for ONE discount scheme at a time.
-   Discounts may not be used in conjunction with NSA subsidy.

Fee Support

Eligible trainees may benefit from the following fee support, together with SkillsFuture Credits and UTAP, in payment of course fees (other fees to be self-funded).

I) Fee Subsidy

II) Credit/Fund Usage

Enrolment Procedure

• Enrolment and payment must be completed  10 days before course commencement date .
• Applicants are advised to read the Terms and Conditions carefully and understand the requirements before submitting the application. Submit the completed enrolment form to [email protected], or make an appointment to sign up in person at CI-NTU.
• For company-sponsored applicants, the enrolment form must be signed by the approving authority and endorsed with the company stamp.
• Upon receipt of enrolment form, applicants are required to make payment. Payment can be made via PayNow, Internet Banking, over the counter via Visa / MasterCard / NETS.
• Applicants will be informed of the course status at least 5 days prior to the course commencement date. Applicants are to contact CI-NTU if they have not received the updates by the stipulated deadlines.

  
  

Withdrawal & Refund Policy

• Requests must be made in writing only. For company-sponsored trainees, the request must be signed off by the authorised representative of the company.
• Registration Fee is non-refundable.
• Refund is to be made to the trainee/sponsoring company (name as per Receipt/Invoice) only, unless stated otherwise.
• Upon receipt of requests, all discounts and government fee support will be cancelled, CI-NTU will follow up in accordance with the below-mentioned policy. Please refer to Terms & Conditions in the enrolment form for details.

Contact Details

In case of discrepancy between the English and Chinese webpages, the English version shall prevail.

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