Upskilling & Reskilling Resources
Ready to take the next step? Explore government initiatives designed to help mid-career professionals and career switchers grow with confidence
Last updated 1 April 2026
Change can feel overwhelming, especially when you're navigating it mid-career. Whether you're looking to switch industries or deepen your expertise, you don't have to do it alone.
Explore initiatives by Workforce Singapore and SkillsFuture Singapore designed to support your next move.
Resources for Individuals: Career Guidance & Upskilling/Reskilling Programmes
Whether you need clarity on your career direction, want to build new skills, or are ready for a bold industry switch, these programmes can guide you at every stage.
Getting Started
SSG-WSG WhatsApp Chatbot
Get career advice on the go. Chat with SSG-WSG WhatsApp chatbot for help with job applications, career matching and personalised guidance.
Polaris Career Guidance Programmes
Not sure where your career is headed? Build career management skills and navigate your next move with clarity and confidence. Use your SkillsFuture Credit to get started.
Support your next step with Career Guidance by Polaris
Career Matching Services
Embarking on a job search? Get complimentary career and skills advisory to support you in your career transition.
Make an appointment today and speak to us to bring you closer to your next job.
Volunteer Career Advisors Initiative
Looking for career advice tailored to specific sectors and occupations? Connect with industry veterans across diverse sectors to obtain insights on industry trends and emerging skills to support you in navigating your career with confidence.
Building Skills
SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme
If you’re a Singaporean aged 40 and above, get extra support to upskill and reskill at your own pace.
A $4,000 SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) top-up for over 8,000 courses.
Receive SkillsFuture Mid-Career Training Allowance for selected full-time and part-time training programmes.
Up to 90% subsidy for courses and full-time diplomas under SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES)
Workfare Skills Support (Basic)
Earning $2,500 or less monthly? Get help with training costs through hourly training allowances and an award of up to $1,000 when you complete your course.
Making a Career Change?
Career Conversion Programme (CCP) for Individuals
Ready to switch to a role with better prospects? Get hands-on training while you work, with opportunities across 30+ growing industries.
Mid-Career Pathways Programme
Aged 40 and above? Whether you’re switching careers, upgrade skills, or returning to the workforce, get placed on a full-time attachment with a company for up to six months. Gain real experience, build your network and receive up to $3,800 monthly allowance during your attachment.
Workfare Skills Support (Level-Up)
Earning not more than $3000 a month and ready for a bigger career change? Get government support for longer training programmes with up to $18,000 yearly for full-time courses.
Job Transition Support
SkillsFuture Jobseeker Support
Losing your job unexpectedly can be overwhelming. If you’re involuntarily unemployed, get temporary financial assistance of up to $6,000 over six months so that you can focus on finding your next opportunity.
Resources for Businesses: Workforce Development Support
Investing in your people means investing in your business. These programmes help you build your team’s capabilities and stay competitive.
Enterprise Workforce Transformation Package (EWTP)
Get connected with expert partners for tailored advice and hands-on guidance, plus financial support to cover your workforce transformation costs.
Redesigned SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC)
Receive $10,000 credit to defray out-of-pocket costs for specified enterprise and workforce transformation programmes.
SkillsFuture Workforce Development Grant (Job Redesign+)
Turn workforce challenges into competitive advantages through enhanced support for workforce transformation and job redesign, with up to 70% funding (capped at $150,000 per enterprise) for workforce consultancy, capability building and workforce tech solutions.
Career Conversion Programmes (CCP) Employers
Broaden your talent pool by reskilling mid-career individuals into growth jobs roles, with salary support of up to 90%.
Overseas Markets Immersion Programme (OMIP)
With salary and overseas allowance support of up to nine months, employees can gain overseas work experience through postings that support their company’s international business growth, while receiving on-the-job training to pick up in-demand skills for a global or regional roles.