Technology Ireland ICT Skillnet

Network overview

Technology Ireland ICT Skillnet supports businesses of all sizes in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) sector. The network’s mission is to further Ireland’s position as a global technology hub through the delivery of cutting edge upskilling solutions and talent development initiatives. 

Collaborating with industry, the network designs, develops and delivers responsive, bespoke and flexible, subsidised training courses to address the ongoing needs of businesses. Technology Ireland ICT Skillnet is promoted by Technology Ireland, an Ibec business association. Membership of the network is open to private business in the sector.

Supports to businesses

• Assist businesses to identify and address current and future skills needs 
• Information regarding successful approaches to learning and talent development 
• Guidance on achieving value for money when investing in learning and development 
• Strategic programmes that enhance business innovation and sectoral competitiveness 
• Flexible training and education programmes customised to the needs of the sector 
• Innovative new programme design and development 
• Leadership programmes for business owners and executives 
• Certified and non-certified technical training 
• Training relating to communication, problem-solving and other core skills 
• Advice on gauging the effectiveness of training 
• Access to a network of businesses within the sector 
• Conferences, seminars, and other informal learning and networking events 

Our business has found Technology Ireland ICT Skillnet to be an outstanding partner. We have worked through building and delivering up-skilling and re-skilling programs to enable our employees transition to the next stage in their careers. We are so appreciative of our Skillnet partners for the quality of their work, the guidance they provide and their agility to make things happen quickly.

Aidan Lawrence - Hewlett Packard Inc

The Technology Ireland ICT Skillnet MSc in Applied Cyber Security meets the needs of our company both in terms of up-skilling our existing team and developing a steady stream of new talent. We have been actively involved and fully supportive of this programme from the start. It provides a practical and timely response to filling the skills gap in this key area.

Carmel Somers - IBM Ireland