How can we help?
Further Education and Training (FET) micro-qualifications are short, accredited and highly subsidised upskilling programmes for enterprises and employees. Usually, the total learning time is 50 hours, split evenly between tutor training and self-directed learning.
All FET micro-qualifications are delivered locally through the 16 Education and Training Boards (ETBs) nationwide and are provided under the Skills to Advance initiative.
This is a great way to build a skilled team for your business.
Talk to us if you are:
A small, medium or large enterprise looking to develop the skills your business needs
An employee looking to develop your skills through a short, accredited programme
Looking to upskill in emerging areas such as sustainability and green skills, digital business or market innovation
Here are all the terms and conditions.
Once approved, you’ll get:
Targeted upskilling developed collaboratively by SOLAS, ETBs, enterprise and sectoral partners
Bite-sized training, usually completed in 50 hours
Local training delivered through the 16 ETBs nationwide
Flexible delivery, available in person, online or through blended learning
Accredited qualifications at NFQ Levels 5 and 6
Highly subsidised training, offered at little or no cost
This support can help you to:
Future-proof your business by developing skills in emerging areas
Boost productivity, efficiency and competitiveness
Address skills gaps and prepare for new business opportunities
Support employee development and retention
Gain new, accredited skills and improve your career progression