How Springboard+ Can Help Midlife Workers Take the Next Step
If you’re a midlife worker considering a new direction, a return to the workforce, or simply want to future-proof your career – Springboard+ could be the game-changer you’ve been looking for.
Backed by the Higher Education Authority (HEA) in Ireland, Springboard+ offers free and heavily subsidised courses in areas with real career growth – think tech, business, healthcare, green skills, and more. It’s part of Ireland’s commitment to upskilling and reskilling our workforce to thrive in a fast-changing economy.
But here’s the best part:
Springboard+ is designed with adult learners in mind. That means flexible learning options, online and blended formats, and course providers who understand the unique challenges (and strengths!) that midlife learners bring.
At Back to Work Connect, we see every day how midlife workers are redefining what it means to start over. You’re not starting from scratch – you’re building on decades of experience, resilience, and adaptability. Lifelong learning doesn’t mean going back to school in the traditional sense. It means investing in yourself – your skills, your confidence, and your future.
Why consider a Springboard+ course?
- It’s free or subsidised. Most courses are free for jobseekers and returners, and significantly reduced for those in employment.
- Courses are short and relevant. Many can be completed in under a year.
- You get a recognised qualification. From certificates to postgrads, these courses are offered by leading Irish colleges and institutions.
- It’s a chance to pivot. Whether you’re looking to return to work after a break or shift into a growing sector, Springboard+ offers a practical pathway.
- You’ll build new confidence. Learning alongside peers and mentors can re-ignite your purpose and show you what you’re capable of.
Real Talk: It’s never too late
If you’ve ever felt like you’ve been “out of the game too long” or that “the digital world has moved on without me” – you are not alone. Many Springboard+ participants start their courses feeling unsure and finish with a renewed sense of possibility.
And the best part? Employers are paying attention. Many are actively looking for candidates who are adaptable, open to learning, and bring a strong work ethic — qualities midlife workers have in spades.
You deserve to grow, thrive, and feel excited about your future. Springboard+ is not just a course — it’s a springboard (yes, really!) to new possibilities.
So if you’ve been waiting for a sign, this is it. Dive in. Re-skill, upskill, cross-skill — whatever you call it, it starts with believing that you can.
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And remember: At Back to Work Connect, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
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