What is the Upskill SME Training Grant?
The Upskill SME Training Grant supports business to recover the salary costs of employees for the days they spend participating in AI training. The available grant is €204.30 per training day per employee, subject to eligibility criteria. SME businesses can support their employees to develop new skills, improve efficiency, foster innovation, and support long-term competitiveness.
A highly skilled workforce is key to building competitiveness. We know that, for many businesses, investing in employee upskilling can be challenging. As AI continues to reshape workplaces across Ireland, the Upskill SME Training Grant helps businesses increase participation in AI-related training, enabling employees to develop the skills needed to embrace new technologies with confidence.
AI Training Programmes
Find a programme to suit you and your business from one of our six AI training programme categories. Select the category you’re interested in to view available courses and the course provider’s contact details. To book a course, please contact the course provider directly.
Leader and business decision makers know that effective leadership is vital for a business. View a range of training programmes for business leaders.
Find a range of specialised training programmes in data skills for artificial intelligence. Professionals with strong data analytics skills can harness AI’s full potential by leveraging data intelligently.
From foundational certificates to Masters degrees and C-suite accelerators, find a training programme to suit you and your business.
Find specialised training covering AI upskilling in governance, ethical deployment, and regulatory compliance, such as a deeper understanding of the EU AI Act and how to use it.
Find a programme to help your company to integrate AI tools such as ChatGPT, Copilot, and custom automation into daily workflows while maintaining ethical and data security standards.
How to Apply for the Upskill SME Training Grant
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To complete registration, the applicant must be authorised to apply for the grant and must provide verification that the business is a registered entity, operating in Ireland for at least 12 months.
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Once the training has been completed, download and submit the Training Completion Form.
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Complete and submit the Application for Cost Recovery to claim. The application must include all required documentation.
Step 1: SME Registration
To complete registration, the applicant must be authorised to apply for the grant and must provide verification that the business is a registered entity, operating in Ireland for at least 12 months.
Contact Details
Our dedicated customer support team is available Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, except public holidays, offering guidance and assistance to ensure a smooth and efficient application journey.
Phone: 01 9637790
Email: upskill@skillnetireland.ie
Support is available across key stages of the process, including:
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Pre-Registration Support: Guidance on eligibility criteria and help with initial queries before beginning the application process.
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General Support Queries: Answers to common questions about the scheme, eligibility, and participation requirements.
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