Springboard+ provides free higher education courses for people who are unemployed, and those looking to return to the workforce. And you can even apply for a Springboard+ course if you are working! However, you must pay a 10% contribution towards the course fee.
With Springboard+, the type of courses available range from certificate to masters level. And there are courses to suit ALL industries and interests!
You are eligible for Springboard+, if you have been out of the work environment due to childcare or other caring obligations and require upskilling or reskilling to get back to the workforce.
To qualify you must meet the residency criteria and one of the following requirements:
You must provide supporting documentation and swear a declaration before a Commissioner for Oaths about your status.
So, now that we have covered the basics… Here are some of the Springboard+ courses we have featured in our course finder!
Industry: Financial services
Duration: 9 Months
Location: Online
For more information and to apply, click here!
Industry: IT (specifically networking and security systems)
Duration: 1 year
Location: In class, online, or combination
Interested in learning more? Click here!
Industry: Business
Duration: 1 year
Location: Classroom based (Dublin)
To read more about this course, or to apply, click here!
Industry: Software Development
Duration: Part-Time
Location: Online
Sound like the career for you? Click here to apply or to find out more!
11,000 new places have been announced across 332 courses under Springboard+ 2020. Not sure if you’re eligible? Head to their website for full information!