Deirdre studied data analytics through Springboard at NCI.
About Springboard+
At National College of Ireland we have the opportunity to offer a number of free courses through the Springboard+ initiative and Human Capital Initiative (HCI). These initiatives address skills shortages in the workforce and so are funded by the government to improve Ireland's ability to fill job vacancies.
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Springboard+ is co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Social Fund as part of the ESF programme for Employability, Inclusion and Learning 2014-2020.
Who can apply to Springboard
For the first time everyone can apply for a Springboard+ or HCI course regardless of your employment status. The courses remain free of charge for people who are currently unemployed. For applicants in employment there will be a fee of 10% of the contribution to the normal course fee. Visit the Springboard+ website for more information on eligibility criteria.
Springboard+ & HCI Courses 2020
The following computing courses specialising in areas where there are skills shortages such as data analytics, cybersecurity, cloud computing and blockchain are funded under Springboard+ and Human Capital Initiative.
Data Analytics
- Higher Diploma in Science in Data Analytics (2 Years, Online) - Applications now closed
- Higher Diploma in Science in Data Analytics (1 Year, Blended Delivery) - Group 1 - Applications now closed
- Higher Diploma in Science in Data Analytics (1 Year, Blended Delivery) - Group 2 - Applications now closed
- Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Data Analytics (1 Year, Blended Delivery) - Applications now closed
Software Development
- Higher Diploma in Science in Computing - Specialising in Software Development (2 Years, Online) - Applications now closed
- Higher Diploma in Science in Computing - Specialising in Software Development (1 Year, Blended Delivery) - Applications now closed
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
Blockchain
Cloud Computing
- Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Cloud Computing (1 Year, Blended Delivery) - Applications now closed
Cybersecurity
Applications are currently open for the following business course:
Business
- Certificate in Business Analysis - October - Applications now closed
- Certificate in Business Analysis - November
Visit the Springboard+ website or view our online brochure to learn more about each of the courses listed above.
How to Apply
Springboard+ and HCI course applications for the courses listed above are processed on the Springboard+ website.
To get started, register your details on the website then click the Apply Now button on your chosen course page. Enter your details in all of the required fields and when complete, click the apply button. You will be able to login at any stage to check the status of your application. Further details are available on the How to Apply section on the Springboard+ website.
Get in Contact
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