Prof. Alvin Ng Lai Oon Featured in The Star
FMLS is proud to share that Prof. Alvin Ng Lai Oon from the Faculty of Medical and Life Sciences, Sunway University, has been featured in The Star for his insightful commentary on the growing shortage of clinical psychologists in Malaysia.
In the article, Prof. Ng discusses the competitive landscape of clinical psychology programmes, as well as the significant challenges trainees face in securing supervised placements, due to the limited number of qualified supervisors and practicum agencies.
He also offers thoughtful recommendations to address this shortage:
Reforming training frameworks
Transitioning to the U-Job salary scheme for clinical psychologists
Adopting the UK’s successful stepped-care model
This timely feature underscores the urgent need to strengthen mental health services and better support the development of future psychologists in Malaysia.
