Mid Ulster SkillFund to support staff training

This programme is designed to help local employers invest in their workforce, improve productivity, and support employee progression

Mid Ulster Labour Market Partnership has launched a training grant scheme called Mid Ulster SkillFund to support local employers with the costs of training their staff.

The programme is designed to help local employers invest in their workforce, improve productivity, and support employee progression.

Programme details

Mid Ulster employers can claim:

• up to £500 per employee for training that leads to an accredited qualification
• up to £200 per employee for certification-based training (for example, First Aid, CSR Card, MS Excel, Hygiene Certificates, Forklift Licence, Manual Handling, etc)

The programme is capped at £2,000 per employer. Any costs over and above these thresholds are the financial responsibility of the applicant business.

The benefits of taking part include:

• upskill your team with no cost or minimal cost to your business
• offer staff qualifications and certifications that support their career progression
• provide industry-specific training that fits around your business schedule
• invest in your team, grow your business
• open the door to new talent by creating entry-level opportunities

Businesses must be based in the Mid Ulster District Council area and must employ at least one person (excluding the owner).

Find out more about the Mid Ulster SkillFund.

First published 12 August 2025