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Upskill your employees with the Welsh Government Flexible Skills Programme

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What is the Flexible Skills Programme?

The Flexible Skills Programme (FSP) is a Welsh Government funded initiative that supports businesses across Wales to invest in themselves and build a stronger, more skilled workforce. 

Employers can apply for funding to cover 50% of accredited training costs with your chosen training provider, with a maximum contribution value of £50,000 per application. There is no minimum funding limit and multiple applications can be made during the year.

The Welsh Government have also just introduced a new pilot within the programme to support AI training to help Welsh businesses in any sector gain a better understanding of AI and build expertise in areas like use cases, machine learning, data science, and AI ethics. This support ensures your workforce is ready to harness AI for innovation and growth. For this pilot,  Welsh Government will provide a 75% contribution to training costs – to request application forms please contact dfesrm@gov.wales 

Whether you're looking to fill skills gaps, retain staff, or attract new talent, the Flexible Skills Programme can help you invest in your team’s future with Control 2K.

 

How to apply

Applying is simple. Below is a step-by-step guide on how to apply: 

  1. Submit an Expression of Interest Form: Businesses can submit an initial form on the Business Wales website, with the option of assistance from a Relationship Manager. Complete the Expression of Interest form today.
  2. Eligibility Check: The Welsh Government will review the Expression of Interest form to ensure the business meets the criteria.
  3. Application Submission: If eligible, businesses will be invited to submit a detailed application form.
  4. Approval: Successful applicants will receive a grant award letter setting out the terms of the funding offer.  Decisions will typically be made within 10 working days.
  5. Funding: 50% of approved training costs will be reimbursed to the applicant on completion of the courses.

 

Visit the Flexible Skills Website for more details and links for application.