About L&D Skillnet
L&D Skillnet is a business network for companies of all sizes with a focus on the HR and Learning & Development professions.
Network companies work collaboratively to share best practice and to respond effectively to their business and skills needs. The network addresses both technical and non-technical skills needs of members.
The objective of L&D Skillnet is to support the development of the HR and Learning & Development professions in Ireland by enhancing specialised skills and knowledge, broadening access to skills development opportunities and encouraging ongoing professional development.
L&D Skillnet is promoted by Learning & Development Institute. Membership of the network is open to private enterprises based in the Republic of Ireland.
- Supports to Network Member Companies
- Assist businesses to identify and address their skills needs
- Information regarding successful approaches to learning and talent development
- Flexible training programmes tailored to the needs of businesses in the region
- Guidance on achieving value for money when investing in learning and development
- Programmes for current and future leaders
- 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 region
- Conferences, seminars, and other informal learning and networking events
Further details of Skills Connect and the eligibility criteria can be found on the Skillnet Ireland website.
Further details of funding through the EU can be found HERE.
FREE membership to L&D Skillnet is available to private, commercial organisations.
What we do
L&D Skillnet partners with businesses of all sizes to identify and support companies to develop the skills they need to succeed. We work closely with industry, creating upskilling programmes and funding opportunities which are responsive to business needs and designed to develop future-ready talent.
About Skillnet Ireland
Skillnet Ireland is the national talent development agency of the Government of Ireland, responsible for advancing the competitiveness, productivity, and innovation of Irish businesses through enterprise-led talent development.
Skillnet Ireland partners with 57 industry bodies, supporting over 24,700 businesses and more than 92,400 trainees annually, through its 70 Skillnet Business Networks across most sectors and all regions in Ireland.
See our Trainee Privacy Statement HERE.
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I am really privileged and grateful to be on the MSc in Strategic L&D. If it wasn’t for the support from the L&D Skillnet, I could not have accessed the programme. The funding offered by Skillnet Ireland is key to agreeing support and sponsorship for programmes within the organisation.
Kathy Shine
FEXCO