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 (2024–2026)

A full list of Upskilling for Growth courses includes:

• Level 2 Award in Retrofit – Details to follow
• Level 2 Award in Sustainability – Details to follow
• Level 2 Award in AI – Details to follow
• Level 3 Certificate in AI – Details to follow
• Level 3 Certificate in Leadership and Management (Top-up from Award) – Details to follow
• Level 3 Award in Leadership and Management – Details to follow
• Level 3 Leadership and Management (Project Management) – Details to follow
• Level 5 Certificate in Leadership and Management – Details to follow

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.