Empowering Futures Through Skills Connect

Who It's For

We’re targeting individuals in Counties Antrim, Down, Armagh, Cavan, Louth and Monaghan who are economically inactive, including those with:

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• A health condition

• Neurodiversity

• An intellectual disability

• Learning disability

• Brain Injury

• Barriers to learning

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If you're 18 or over and interested in retraining or upskilling, Skills Connect is designed for you.

 

Training Sectors We Focus On

Participants can gain accredited qualifications and real life skills in three key growth sectors:

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• Green Economy – including sustainability and recycling

• Health & Social Care

• Tourism & Hospitality

 

What We Offer

Skills Connect gives individuals the chance to:

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• Retrain or upskill with flexible, accredited programmes

• Access supportive learning environments through our Training Academies

• Build confidence and employability in high-demand sectors

• Benefit from wraparound support tailored to diverse learning needs

 

Whether you’re looking to start your career or re-enter the workforce, we’re here to help you take the next step.

 

Already Employed?

 

We’ve got something for you too. If you’re working in any of the three focus sectors, our upskilling opportunities can help you:

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• Advance your career

• Transition into a new role

• Gain additional qualifications

 

Get in contact today to find out what support is available for employed individuals seeking career progression.