ESF+ Priorities

In keeping with the ethos of the ESF+ and in line with Skillnet Ireland’s Statement of Strategy, Skillnet Business Networks and Initiatives are delivering education and training programmes under the Employment, Inclusion, Skills, and Training Programme (EIST), addressing the following priorities:

1. Digital Adoption and Transformation
2. Green Acceleration
3. Regional - Industry Priorities
4. Enabling Workforce Returners

ESF+ co-funded education and training programmes supported by Skillnet Ireland are accredited, strengthening the career pathways and prospects of learners, while providing businesses with access to impactful talent development programmes for their teams.

Regional Skills Development

A founding objective of ESF+ is to strengthen social and economic cohesion across all regions. Skillnet Ireland is committed to enhancing the competitiveness of businesses in all regions. Through ESF+ funded programmes, Skillnet Ireland supports Irish businesses to adapt to changing enterprise and employment needs, ensuring that all communities have the skills for business success. 48 Skillnet Business Networks and one National Initiative are delivering ESF+ co-funded training and education programmes throughout Ireland reflecting a strong demand from industry to engage in ESF+ co-funded upskilling through Skillnet Ireland.

Upskill Your Business or Your Career

If you are looking to develop the skills you, or your team, need to advance your business competitiveness, or if you are seeking new skills to advance your career, find an ESF+ upskilling programme through a Skillnet Business Network or National Initiative based on your sector, or in your region and discover how we can help you to develop the talent your company needs.