{"id":8827,"date":"2024-08-28T15:37:09","date_gmt":"2024-08-28T14:37:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.recruitireland.com\/advice-centre\/?p=8827"},"modified":"2024-08-28T15:37:26","modified_gmt":"2024-08-28T14:37:26","slug":"advance-your-career-with-springboard-courses-everything-you-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.recruitireland.com\/advice-centre\/advance-your-career-with-springboard-courses-everything-you-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Advance your career with Springboard courses: Everything you need to know"},"content":{"rendered":"

Springboard courses are an Irish government initiative designed to<\/span> help people upskill<\/span><\/a> and stay ahead of the curve. With Ireland\u2019s industries making rapid technological advancements, its workforce needs to keep pace. New and exciting jobs and opportunities are being created, and Springboard is designed to help enhance skills and advance your career.<\/span><\/p>\n

In this article, we\u2019re looking at what Springboard is and how it can help Ireland\u2019s employees looking to upskill or reskill. We\u2019ll break down how to choose the best Springboard courses for you and the enrollment process.<\/span><\/p>\n

What is Springboard?<\/b><\/h2>\n

Springboard was launched by the Irish government in 2011 to provide free and subsidised educational courses aimed at<\/span> upskilling and reskilling the workforce<\/span><\/a>. The program is designed for unemployed individuals, those returning to the workforce, and those looking to advance their careers.<\/span><\/p>\n

The goal of Springboard is to arm participants with the skills needed in sectors with growing job opportunities. It\u2019s hoped that by offering these courses, any skill shortages can be addressed.<\/span><\/p>\n

Springboard offers a range of courses, including ones in ICT, business, engineering, and healthcare. These courses are provided by higher education institutions and are often developed in collaboration with industry leaders to ensure relevance.<\/span><\/p>\n

The courses range from certificates to postgraduate qualifications, providing options for different levels of prior education and experience.<\/span><\/p>\n

Benefits of Springboard courses<\/b><\/h2>\n

As well as improving your qualifications and employability, there are many reasons why a Springboard course is beneficial:<\/span><\/p>\n

Flexibility<\/b><\/h3>\n

Springboard courses are flexible, so they can work around your commitments. Many courses are offered part-time and online, allowing participants to balance their studies with personal and professional responsibility. This added flexibility makes it easier for Ireland\u2019s workforce to pursue further education without having to put their lives on hold.<\/span><\/p>\n

Affordability<\/b><\/h3>\n

Springboard courses are either free or heavily subsidised, making them an affordable option for those<\/span> looking to upskill<\/span><\/a>. With lower financial barriers to education, more people can access valuable learning opportunities that impact their career trajectories.<\/span><\/p>\n

Industry relevance<\/b><\/h3>\n

Courses under the Springboard+ program are designed with a strong emphasis on industry needs. They are tailored to meet the current demands of employers, ensuring that participants gain practical and relevant skills. With this focus on industry needs, Springboard participants are better prepared for immediate entry into the job market.<\/span><\/p>\n

Success stories<\/b><\/h3>\n

Modern employers value candidates who possess up-to-date skills and knowledge. In 2015, Majella Donlon took part in a Springboard course to<\/span> reskill after working<\/span><\/a> as a credit controller for 15 years.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cI enrolled on the Higher Diploma in Science in Data Analytics at the<\/span><\/i> National College of Ireland<\/span><\/i><\/a>, Dublin. I worked hard and graduated with a First Class Honour. I poured everything into doing the best that I could on the course. It was after all the key to opening the door on a brand new career.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

I\u2019d recommend returning to college for anyone thinking about a career change, not only did I learn all the theory and skills demanded by employers in data analytics, but I met a lot of like-minded positive people.\u201d – Majella Donlon<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Types of courses available with Springboard+<\/span><\/h2>\n

Springboard+ offers a wide array of courses across various fields. Whether you’re interested in information and communications technology (ICT), business, engineering, or healthcare, there’s a course tailored to meet your needs.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here\u2019s a short selection of courses available:<\/span><\/p>\n