SUBSIDY SUPPORT FOR INDIVIDUALS

What is Study Loan for SIRS' Learners? SIRS’ learners of WSQ Full Qualification Programmes can apply for loans from the bank (such as POSB or OCBC) at their respective websites or branches.

What is SkillsFuture Credit? (SFC) Opening SkillsFuture Credit of $500 (no expiry date) SkillsFuture Credit aims to encourage individuals to take ownership of their skills development and lifelong learning. Introduced in 2015, all Singaporeans aged 25 and above will receive an opening credit of S$500.

What is SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES)? The SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy supports and encourages lifelong learning and helps Singaporeans stay responsive to a changing workplace. Recognising that mid-career individuals may face greater challenges in undertaking training, the Government has implemented this programme to encourage mid-career Singaporeans to upskill and reskill. Eligible individuals will receive higher subsidies of up to 90% of course fees for SSG-supported courses.

What is Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP)? UTAP is a training benefit for NTUC members to defray their cost of training. This benefit is to encourage more NTUC members to go for skills upgrading.

What is WSS Scheme? The WSS scheme encourages and supports low-wage workers to undertake training that leads to more impactful employment outcomes.