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Skills to Advance

Skills to Advance is a national initiative which provides flexible, accredited training to help employees and employers develop the skills they need to succeed. Programmes are available across a range of industries and skill areas and are delivered locally through the 16 Education and Training Boards (ETBs) nationwide. 

Training is available at little or no cost, making it easier for businesses and their employees to keep their skills up to date and prepare for the future. 

Who is it for?

Talk to us if you are: 

  • A small, medium or large enterprise looking to upskill or reskill your employees 

  • An employee looking to develop new skills or build on your existing skills 

  • Looking to develop skills that can help your business adapt and grow 

  • Working in an industry or role where new skills are needed  

Here are all the terms and conditions. 


What do I get?

  • Once approved, you’ll get: 

  • Highly subsidised training, available at little or no cost, targeted to your industry and role 

  • Local training delivered through the 16 ETBs  

  • Flexible course delivery, available in person, online or through blended learning 

  • Courses designed to fit around the needs of your business 

  • Accredited qualifications at NFQ Levels 5 and 6


How will it help me?

This support can help you to: 

  • Improve productivity and efficiency 

  • Develop new skills and adapt to changing business needs 

  • Give employees opportunities for career development and progression 

  • Build your business’s ability to respond to new challenges and opportunities 

  • Improve competitiveness and prepare for future growth  


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