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Occupational Health Psychology
職業健康心理學

Course Code
PSYC9049
Application Code
2355-1096NW
Study mode
Part-time
Start Date
05 Nov 2025 (Wed)
Duration
7 weeks
Language
English
Course Fee
Course Fee: HK $3000

**Date / Time / Location: can be found by extending "Read More" at the Details section and refer to the page bottom.
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Highlights

Occupational Health Psychology, also known as OHP, is an interdisciplinary study in the field of psychology where much of the emphasis is placed on improving the safety and well-being of employees in the workplace through application of psychotherapeutic principles and behavioral change. OHP can help the employee address specific emotional or work-related wellness issues. The purpose of this short course is to provide participants with opportunities to become more aware of and to understand the concepts of occupational health psychology in the Hong Kong contexts.

Programme Details

Syllabus: 

1. Introduction to occupational health psychology

2. Organisations, stress and health 

3. Organisational change and development 

4. Theories in health psychology 

5. Professional issues in occupational health psychology 

6. Research methods in occupational health psychology 

7. Risk assessment for work-related stress

8. Environmental design and psychology 

9. Marketing occupational health programmes 

10. Evaluation of occupational health interventions

The format of the course is a combination of lectures, in-class exercises, group work, discussion, etc.  

Key Notes:

  1. To enrol, click the “Register Now” button at the top right corner of the page. Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis. For details, please refer to: https://hkuspace.hku.hk/admission/how-to-apply/entry-requirements/
  2. Applicants are generally required to provide information of HKID card (for local applicants) or passport (for non-local applicants) for admission assessment and student records purposes. If applying in person at the enrolment centre, applicants will be asked to present their HKID card/passport for verification if applying in person at enrolment counters or to attach a copy of their HKID or passport if applying by post. 
  3. Make-up class will not be available, therefore it is important to arrange your schedule before enroling. If a course is cancelled due to insufficient enrolment, a full refund will be arranged. No refunds will be provided in other cases, and applicants cannot transfer to other classes or courses. For details, please refer to: https://hkuspace.hku.hk/admission/how-to-apply/payment-methods/
  4. Course commencement depends on the number of enrolments. If the course can commence as scheduled, a confirmation email with detailed location and classroom arrangements will be sent via email 3 to 7 days before the course starts. If you enrol within a week before the course start date, please contact program team promptly for follow-up. Except for changes in course information, no further class notifications will be sent. Students are required to attend classes at the designated time and location.
  5. The above schedule and venue are tentative and subject to final arrangements. For locations of the learning centres, please refer to: https://www.hkuspace.hku.hk/learning-centre/
  6. Online enrolment is highly recommended. For online enrolment, a “Payment Confirmation Notice” email will be sent by system upon completion of the payment process. This email should be kept, and an official receipt can be obtained from any enrolment counter if needed by presenting either the email or the same identification document used during enrolment. Allocating some time before the first lesson for this would be recommended.
  7. This course does not include assignments or assessments, and is not covered by the Continuing Education Fund.
  8. A Statement of Attendance will be issued within three months after the course ends to participants who achieve at least 70% attendance, unless a higher percentage is specified. Please ensure you provide complete and accurate information, including your full name in both Chinese and English, and your mailing address during the application process. For details, please refer to: https://hkuspace.hku.hk/teaching-and-learning/learners-support/learners-information/transcripts/
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Start Date 05 Nov 2025 (Wed)
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Days / Time
  • Wednesday, 7:00p.m. - 10:00p.m.
Duration
  • 5 November 2025 - 17 December 2025 (7 sessions)

Teacher Information

Mr Erwin Chan

Mr Erwin Chan

Background

Mr Erwin Chan is an organisational psychologist in Hong Kong, he has been actively putting his extensive knowledge into strategic talent development and acting as a consultant and trainer for corporate HR leaders across different industries, university career centres, and non-profit organisations.

Mr Chan has developed a robust and refined set of employee development and business consultation skills, having served as a trusted partner with clients who spanned over 24 different industries in Hong Kong, Europe, and North America.

Fee

Course Fee
  • Course Fee: HK $3000

    **Date / Time / Location: can be found by extending "Read More" at the Details section and refer to the page bottom.

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Enrolment Method
Payment Method
1. Cash, EPS, WeChat Pay Or Alipay

Course fees can be paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay or Alipay at any HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres.

2. Cheque Or Bank draft

Course fees can also be paid by crossed cheque or bank draft made payable to “HKU SPACE”. Please specify the programme title(s) for application and applicant’s name. You may either:

  • bring the completed form(s), together with the appropriate course or application fees in the form of a cheque, and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres;
  • or mail the above documents to any of the HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres, specifying “Course Application” on the envelope. HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of personal information and payment sent by mail.
3. VISA/Mastercard

Applicants may also pay the course fee by VISA or Mastercard, including the “HKU SPACE Mastercard”, at any HKU SPACE enrolment centres. Holders of the HKU SPACE Mastercard can enjoy a 10-month interest-free instalment period for courses with a tuition fee worth a minimum of HK$2,000; however, the course applicant must also be the cardholder himself/herself. For enquiries, please contact our staff at any enrolment centres.

4. Online Payment

Online application / enrolment is offered for most open admission courses (enrolled on first come, first served basis) and selected award-bearing programmes. Application fees and course fees of these programmes/courses can be settled by using "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard. In addition to the aforesaid online payment channels, new and continuing students of award-bearing programmes with available online service, they may also pay their course fees by Online WeChat Pay, Online Alipay or Faster Payment System (FPS). Please refer to Enrolment Methods - Online Enrolment  for details.

Notes

  • If the programme/course is starting within five working days, application by post is not recommended to avoid any delays. Applicants are advised to enrol in person at HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres and avoid making cheque payment under this circumstance.

  • Fees paid are not refundable except under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment), subject to the School’s discretion. In exceptional cases where a refund is approved, fees paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay, Alipay, cheque, FPS or PPS by Internet will be reimbursed by a cheque, and fees paid by credit card will be reimbursed to the credit card account used for payment. 

  • In addition to the published fees, there may be additional costs associated with individual programmes. Please refer to the relevant course brochures or direct any enquiries to the relevant programme team for details.
  • Fees and places on courses cannot be transferrable from one applicant to another. Once accepted onto a course, the student may not change to another course without approval from HKU SPACE. A processing fee of HK$120 will be levied on each approved transfer.
  • HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of payment, receipt, or personal information sent by mail.
  • For payment certification, please submit a completed form, a sufficiently stamped and self-addressed envelope, and a crossed cheque for HK$30 per copy made payable to “HKU SPACE” to any of our enrolment centres.
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