⠀⠀NUS SkillsFuture Career Transition Programmes (SCTP)

SkillsFuture Career Transition Programmes (SCTPs) is a national workforce initiative by SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) for organisations to potentially recruit mid-career individuals with newly-acquired industry-relevant skill sets that are aligned to their firms' business needs. It is a Train-and-Place programme where the SCTP trainees will attend training courses and other immersive learning activities, in addition to NUS' career advisory services and employment facilitation.

For Employers

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For Individuals

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Employers

To support the SCTPs under a Train-and-Place mode, participating Employer Partners (EPs) can tap on additional sources of manpower and meet their manpower needs by providing mid-career switchers with an opportunity to work in your enterprise.

As an EP, your organisation will be entitled to:

Publicity on NUS website indicating you are an EP for the NUS SCTPs.
To date, NUS is delighted to collaborate with more than 35 EPs across diverse sectors to transform their workforce.

Access to SCTP graduates for recruitment as skilled professionals

No financial costs

Access dedicated NUS job portal

Sit in for class observations during SCTP trainings

Speaker opportunities to speak with SCTP trainees during their trainings

Participate in networking sessions and career fairs

Provide projects for SCTP trainees to be worked on, on a voluntary basis

Hear from our EPs

It has been challenging finding someone with the right data analytics skillset to meet the company’s needs. NUS’ SCTP has helped us in our hiring process as it provides potential candidates who have/possess the required technical expertise on top of the experience from their previous job roles.

It has been a smooth process working with NUS as an SCTP Employer Partner. The team was responsive and supportive throughout the hiring process. They were also forthcoming and proactive in providing recommendations and scheduling interviews.

Our chosen candidate brought valuable insights from his previous work experience, is independent, and has been a great addition to the organisation.

Edmund Low

Director/Founder, 10:10 Media Productions Pte Ltd

Hear from our EPs

By hiring graduates from NUS' SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme (SCTP), we have built a workforce that possesses immediate practical skills and knowledge, trained in the latest trends and technologies. This not only helps us to fulfil immediate staffing needs, but also plays a vital role in building a robust and sustainable local economy.

Dr Nina Tan

CEO, 8nalytics

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Individuals

The SCTPs support mid-career individuals in attaining industry-relevant skill sets to boost their employability and access new opportunities to pivot to new sectors or job roles through this 4-month Train-and-Place programme.

You will have access to:

Career Guidance

Discuss with career coaches and get personal help with establishing your professional path.

Training Allowance

Singapore Citizens aged 40 and above can tap on a maximum of 24 months of training allowance over their lifetime. For more information, please refer to the link

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SkillsFuture Course Fee Funding

Enjoy funding of up to 95% of course fees. Plus, offset out-of-pocket course fees for SCTP with SkillsFuture Credit.

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SkillsFuture Credit top-up

From 1 May 2024, SkillsFuture Credit top-up of $4,000 will provide greater support for mid-career Singaporeans aged 40 years and above to further offset out-of-pocket course fees for the SCTP.

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Hear from our learners

The (SCTP) NUS Digital Transformation Programme has taught me how to harness digital technologies to streamline business processes to deliver value to the organisation and customers, as well as achieve our business goals. It has also broadened my perspective on the impact of technology on society and the environment.

The programme also equipped me with the confidence, knowledge and skills to advance my career in the digital insurance space. I learnt new tools and frameworks that I now use frequently to improve cost efficiency and customer experience.

I am grateful to the instructors for their patience in imparting their knowledge and experience, which greatly enhanced my learning experience.

Lynette Keh

Director of Insurance, APAC, Synechron Technologies Singapore

Hear from our learners

Data Analytics is an essential skill which everyone should have to be future-ready. I've been keen to pivot my career into the tech industry for a while now; having heard success stories from peers who managed to do so, I took the leap of faith to join NUS SCTP in Data Analytics. I appreciate how the course is conducted in a comfortable learning pace where instructors took the time to ensure that nobody is left behind.

Muhammad Syafiq, 29

Unemployed

Hear from our learners

After 10 years as a stay-home mum, I am now prepared with in-demand skills to rejoin the workforce. Browsing through job openings, I realised that Data Analytics has become a basic skill requirement for most jobs today. To prepare myself for the workforce, I decided to join NUS SCTP. The programme really exceeded my expectations as it was easy to grasp concepts and learn software. I now have a new-found appreciation for Data Analytics, and will also use it in my personal trading.

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Chai Sian, 44

Homemaker

Hear from our learners

Even at age 67, I still find it necessary to keep up with the latest skills so I can make impactful contributions. I'm glad NUS SCTP in Data Analytics has provided a hands-on approach to learning many of the software currently used by industry experts. With these new skills, I can now draw insights from sales data and contribute strategic ideas to support business growth.

Francis Liu, 67

IT Senior Manager, Volex

Hear from our learners

I like the all-rounded coverage of SCTP which gave me a strong foundation in Data Analytics to explore new possibilities. Having done a 7-day bootcamp elsewhere, I found it to be too fast-paced to absorb any useful learning. Hence, I joined NUS SCTP to deepen my understanding. I truly appreciate how the programme covered the basic theories before moving in-depth into practical application, which enlightened me with a structured approach to thinking and using Data Analytics.

Alison Chua, 35

Retail Sales Manager

Hear from our learners

These are master courses – fantastic short programmes for serious learners! They’re great for mature professionals with working experience, and who want to make a successful mid-career switch.

Gerald Chow, 43

Business Analyst, GSafety Technology Pte Ltd

Hear from our learners

For people who may have been unemployed for some time, it can be difficult finding good opportunities, especially in a new industry or role. SCTP opens new doors for us – teaching us valuable skills, while connecting us with employers who have jobs that we genuinely want to grow into.

Cynthia Zulkarnain, 48

SAP Consultant, BHP Billiton

Hear from our learners

The website detailed all the courses that we would be covering, and the learning was exactly as described. My expectations were met, 100%.

Desmond Chin, 44

Team Leader, Data Knowledge Management Pte Ltd

Hear from our learners

NUS SCTP in Data Analytics is a cut above all the programmes I’ve attended – fantastic team of lecturers and mentors who put in the extra mile to ensure we understood the fundamentals!

Peter Chin

Technology & Data Lead, 10:10 Media Productions Pte Ltd

**Here's how you can sign up* to become an SCTP trainee**

Application

Applicant submits profile brief and resume

Evaluation Criteria

Accuracy and relevancy
Committee review and recommendations
Shortlisted applicants will be notified to attend an interview

Candidate Enrolment in SCTP

Candidate enrols as SCTP trainee through NUS Lifelong Learning Application Portal (L³AP)

Employment Facilitation

SCTP trainee attends pre-employability workshop
Career advice on resume writing, interview strategies and techniques

*Please note:

Submission of application is not a confirmation of course enrolment.
Our course coordinator will notify you only if you are shortlisted for further evaluation after they have reviewed your application.
Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed.
Enrolment will only be confirmed upon payment of course fee 14 working days before the commencement of course.

SCTPs offered by NUS