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Solas Micro Qualification Programme

GIVE YOUR EMPLOYEES THE SKILLS TO FUTURE-PROOF YOUR BUSINESS

Provided by Solas

How to apply

Apply on the official National Enterprise Hub listing — applications and eligibility are administered by Solas, not Tenderwatch.

Apply on neh.gov.ie

About this support

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.

Who is it for?

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 .

At a glance

Provider
Solas
Type
Education & Training
Categories
Education & Training
Industries
Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing, Design & Crafts, Construction, Energy, Financial, Healthcare, Information Technology, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Real Estate, Retail, Transport & Storage
Business size
Less than 10 Employees, Between 10-49 Employees
Source
National Enterprise Hub

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Auto-imported fromneh.gov.ie. First seen 7 May 2026; last verified 2 November 2026. Always check the official listing on the National Enterprise Hub before applying — eligibility and amounts change without notice.