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Social Programmes

At Bettr, people is at the heart of everything. Designed to help marginalised groups, our social programmes emphasise a whole-person approach that allow participants to gain critical personal development skills. It’s all about ensuring the needs of every individual are cared for at every stage of their journey with us.

Social Programmes 2 min

It's not just coffee, but a recipe for a Bettr world.

Bettr's heartware

Our social programmes help marginalised individuals improve their employability via holistic personal development, and provide work opportunities for them at inclusive workspaces.

Holistic training

Using coffee as a vehicle for change and focusing on personal growth, our trainees are empowered, gain skills, build confidence, and are better equipped to navigate life’s many challenges.

It takes a village

Our broad-based approach means we partner with like-minded organisations to open up possibilities in employment and personal development to our trainees that they may not otherwise have access to. 

Bettr's Programme Framework

As a graduate of our social programmes, you will gain a competitive advantage in any career you choose to pursue.

  • To build up your confidence, emotional resilience and self belief, we incorporate emotional training into our social programmes. Boosting your EQ will quickly help you become more independent and a better team-player. Acquiring these soft skills and coping mechanisms will also be beneficial beyond work, and especially in times of stress.

  • Want to be Bettr at the game? Then learn from the best. As a world-class professional academy, you can expect a holistic syllabus that will not only impart technical skills in coffee, but also help you with mental training and developing self-discipline. You will receive accredited qualifications, giving you an edge over the rest in interviews.

    In addition, you’ll be surrounded by industry experts and award-winning F&B professionals, and colleagues and mentors who want to see you succeed.

  • A good dose of physical training is part of our social programmes, because we believe healthier bodies are inextricably linked with healthier minds. You'll be exposed to  a range of physical activities including yoga, hiking, and rock climbing. By encouraging socialisation, teamwork and fostering camaraderie, we think you can grow speedily into a Bettr you.

  • Your paid internship will allow you to explore an exciting career in the F&B industry. With your newly-acquired skillset, qualifications and EQ training, you'll certainly open up doors upon graduating from our social programmes. 

Our Flagship Programmes

Holistic Training (HT) Programme


Transitional work programme that trains-and-place individuals into employment in the F&B industry

  • From 15 to 60 years old
  • Train and Work Experience phase lasts for 12 weeks
    • 5 weeks of training in Bettr Academy
    • 7 weeks of work experience
  • Remuneration up to S$6,050

Application for HT37 is now open! (June Cohort)

  • Application: 21 April - 6 June 2025
  • Orientation: 16 June 2025
  • Programme Commencement: 23 June 2025

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HT38 (August Cohort)

  • Application: 24 June - 29 July 2025
  • Orientation: 5 August 2025
  • Programme Commencement: 11 August 2025

FAQ

  • The Bettr Holistic Training (HT) programme requires students to pay a nominal fee of S$300. This can be paid in parts and may be flexible to ensure it is manageable for the student (e.g. $100 per month for 3 months upon the start of their work experience phase). The rest of the programme fees worth up to S$10,000 are subsidised.

  • Yes, in the first 5 weeks of "Training Phase", learners will receive a daily stipend. In the following "Work Phase", they will be provided a remuneration depending on which performance track they are placed in.

    HT: Week 1 to Week 12

    Phase

    Training Phase [1]Work Phase [2]

    Weeks 1-5

    Weeks 6-12
    Track 1$500 stipend

    Minimum monthly salary of $1,800

    Track 2$500 stipend$7.50 per hour

    ¹The total stipend of $500 is disbursed daily, based on attendance and punctuality to training.

    ² Based on performance during the Training phase, students will be placed into one of the two tracks, which will have different financial support.

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  • Anyone who:

    1. is referred by a Counsellor, Teacher, Social Worker, School Welfare Officer, or other relevant professionals;
    2. possesses basic literacy skills (at least Primary 6 level) and be able to communicate and comprehend information in English;
    3. is in transition or disengaged from formal education and employment pathways, and is seeking employment training and opportunities;

    Anyone who meets the above three criteria may also belong to one or more persons of the following profiles:

    • Dropped out or at risk of dropping out of school
    • Experiencing mental health challenges
    • Individuals with prior convictions
    • Experiencing social isolation
    • Single parents
    • Facing financial hardship or from low-income households
  • Yes you can! Here's the process.

    1. Submit an enquiry via our contact form below, under the "Work-and-Train Social Programmes" enquiry category, with the following details:
      1. Who are you enquiring for — yourself, a client or student, or others
      2. Describe your support needs/challenges.
        E.g. The student has been out of school for an extended period and is currently seeking meaningful engagement opportunities that could potentially lead to employment. However, he faces ongoing challenges in sustaining such engagements due to multiple diagnosed mental health conditions.
      3. Our Social Programmes team will get back within 3 working days on the submitted enquiry.
  • Yes, but there will be a penalty fee of $7,000 for mid-programme withdrawals. This amount is the minimum value of the full programme fees, which the student will be responsible for paying if they fail to meet attendance requirements or withdraw midway. This condition is in place to encourage commitment and accountability.

Curious about our programmes?

Just drop us a line and we'll be glad to guide you in picking the most suitable programme for your needs!