Upskilling For Growth

The Newry, Mourne and Down Labour Market Partnership is delivering a range of programmes designed to help residents access employment, develop new skills, and progress in their careers. These initiatives also support the promotion of Newry, Mourne and Down as a vibrant and rewarding place to live and work.

Courses Available (2025–2026)

A full list of Upskilling for Growth courses includes:

Level 2 Award in Retrofit – Click here for details
Level 2 Award in Understanding AI in Business – Click here for details
Level 3 Award in Learning and Development (Train the Trainer) - Click here for details
Level 3 Certificate in Leadership and Management (Top-up from Award) – Now closed for applications
Level 3 Award in Leadership and Management – Click here for details
Level 3 Leadership and Management (Project Management) – Click here for details
Level 5 Award in Professional Coaching Practice- Click here for details
Level 5 Certificate in Leadership and Management – Now closed for applications

Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

Eligibility Criteria

Participant Eligibility

Participants must:

Be a resident of, or employed within, the Newry, Mourne and Down District Council area.
Be aged 18 years or over.
Be in full-time or part-time employment.

Business Eligibility

Businesses must:

Be located within the Newry, Mourne and Down District Council area.
Have identified progression routes within the organisation.
Expect vacancies that could be filled through upskilling existing employees.

Employees put forward by businesses must:

Be aged 18 years or over.
Be in full-time or part-time work.
Have a clear progression route in their current role that needs a new skill or qualification.