Breakfast Event: Discover Funded Training

Location: Edinburgh College Sighthill Campus, Bankhead Avenue, Edinburgh, EH11 4DE

Event Date: 6 October 2026

This is a free event

Join us for a free breakfast event on Tuesday 6 October to find out more about how you can access up to £15,000 of funded training for your employees. 

Whether you are looking to upskill your workforce, support career progression and continuing professional development, or address skills gaps within your organisation, we can work with you to identify the courses and training opportunities that best meet your needs.

Registration Details:

Complete the registration form below to book your place at the event.

If you have any questions, please email our team at CommercialUK@edinburghcollege.ac.uk.

FWDF Breakfast Event – to register

 

Other Information:

Agenda

08.30 – 09.00: Registration, Breakfast and Networking
09.00 – 09.05: Welcome and Introductions
09.05 – 09.35: Presentation: Funded Training
09.35 – 10.00: Q&A, Discussion and Next Steps

Tea, coffees and pastries will be provided.

 

What is the New Flexible Workforce Development Fund?

The New Flexible Workforce Development Fund (FWDF) is a Scottish Government initiative that provides employers with up to £15,000 towards training costs for eligible employees.

Funding is available for employees earning less than £33,000 per year who are parents or carers of a child under 18, individuals aged under 24, care-experienced individuals aged under 30, or disabled individuals aged under 30. The fund can help your organisation upskill staff, support career development, and address skills gaps through tailored training opportunities.

 

Funded Training for Parents and Carers

RISE (Raising Income through Skills and Education) and TAF (Training Access Fund) are Scottish Government-funded programmes delivered as part of the third Tackling Child Poverty Delivery Plan.

Through these fully funded opportunities, eligible parents and carers can access training and qualifications at no cost. Whether you’re looking to enter the workforce, develop new skills, or progress in your current role, these programmes are designed to improve employment prospects, increase household income, and help you achieve your career goals.

Read more about these funds on the College’s website.

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