
SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme
Eligible for SkillsFuture funding, credits offset & training allowance.
Are you a mid-career professional pivoting to a new field or seeking critical skills and guidance that’ll enhance your career outlook?
You've come to the right place.
SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme (SCTP)
A train-and-place initiative by SkillsFuture, designed to support mid-career individuals in Singapore thrive in the fast-changing world.
With a focus on sectors with good hiring opportunities, the programme aims to help you acquire industry-relevant skills to improve your employability and to enable you in your transition to new sectors or job roles with confidence.
Why enrol into SCTP at SITLEARN?
Develop Applicable, In-Demand Skills
Our signature "Learning by Doing" teaching approach ensures you gain practical, hands-on experience and skills that you can directly apply in real-world situations. You'll be ready to hit the ground running.
Earn Industry-Recognised Certifications
Achieve certifications that are valued by industry leaders, such as the Green Belt in Lean Six-Sigma. These credentials will enhance your professional profile and open doors to new opportunities.
Balance Your Training with Your Daily Life
With a combination of weekday evening and weekend classes in blended format, our training sessions are designed to fit seamlessly into your busy schedule.
Access Generous Financial Support
Our courses are eligible for SkillsFuture funding and training allowance so you can invest in your future without financial strain. Eligible learners get up to 95% funding on course fees along with up to S$3,000 monthly allowance.
Learn more about our SCTP programme
Programmes Available Under SCTP
Experienced Career Coach to Support You
Whether you need guidance on skills or fields to pursue, have questions on how our programme could be of support to you, our career coach, Joe, is ready to help.

Meet Joe Leong: Your Career Coach
Joe Leong is a dedicated and experienced career coach specialising in helping mid-career professionals navigate their career transitions and up-level their skills. With a strong background in career development and a passion for empowering individuals, Joe has successfully guided numerous professionals towards achieving their career goals.

Your Programme Journey
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Apply for Programme & Funding
Apply for your selected SCTP programme and SkillsFuture subsidies and Training Allowance
Receive Application & Training Allowance Offer
Receive updates on your applications via emails
Attend & Complete Programme
Be sure to meet programme and funding requirements for certificate and fundings
Participate in Career Support Activities
Attend career preparation workshops and leverage employment facilitation services*
* SIT will aid career advisory and connect trainees to government agencies and its relevant employers in their search for relevant jobs. However, SIT cannot guarantee job placements at the end of the programme even though SIT will make an effort to support trainees in their job search.
Financial Support As You Train
SkillsFuture Course Fee Funding Support
Eligible Individuals | Funding Category | Funding Amount |
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| Singapore Citizen (Below 40) / Singapore PR / LTVP+ Holder | Up to 70% of course fees |
Singapore Citizen (40 & above) Funded under SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES) | Up to 90% of course fees | |
Singapore Citizen who meets the additional course fee funding support criteria* | Up to 95% of course fees |
SkillsFuture Credit
Learners may also use their SkillsFuture Credit and Additional SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career Support) to further offset out-of-pocket course fees.
SkillsFuture Mid-Career Training Allowance
Eligible Individuals | Eligible Programmes | Allowance Amount | Allowance Duration |
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Singapore Citizens, aged 40 and above | All SCTPs at SITLEARN that start from 1 April 2025 and onwards | 50% of your average income over the latest available 12-month period, capped at S$3,000 per month | Capped at a total period of 24 months over an individual's lifetime |
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* Individuals who fall into either of the following categories:
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– Long-term unemployed individuals; or
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– Persons with disabilities; or
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– Individuals in need of financial assistance – ComCare Short-to-Medium Term Assistance (SMTA) recipients or Workfare Income Supplement (WIS) recipients
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Trainees may also use SkillsFuture Credit and Additional SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career Support) to offset out-of-pocket course fees.
Frequently Asked Questions
SCTP at SITLEARN
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Who is eligible for SCTP?
The SCTP is open to all Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents, particularly mid-career individuals looking to transition to new sectors or job roles. Both employed and unemployed individuals are eligible.
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What is the duration of a SCTP at SITLEARN?
The duration of a SCTP at SITLEARN typically ranges from four to six months, depending on the specific programme and its requirements.
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Will the programme lead to job placements for me?
While our SCTP provides career advisory and employment facilitation services to help you in your job search, it does not guarantee job placements. You are encouraged to be proactive and open to job opportunities available.
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Will I need to have certain minimum academic qualifications to sign up for the SCTP?
Minimum academic qualifications may be required for some SCTPs. You will be assessed by our SITLEARN admission and review committee on your suitability for our programme prior to enrolment.
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Can I take up another course under the SCTP if I have not managed to find a job after completing a course?
Yes, you can take up another SCTP if you have not managed to find a job after completing a course. However, your suitability for the new course will be assessed by SITLEARN admission and review committee.
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Do I need to pay the full amount of course fees first then receive SkillsFuture Funding after?
No, you do not need to pay the full amount of course fees upfront. Different tier of SkillsFuture Funding is applied directly to the course fees, reducing the amount you need to pay out-of-pocket.
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Can I use my SkillsFuture Credit and additional SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career Support) to offset the out-of-pocket course fees payable?
Yes, you can use your SkillsFuture Credit and additional SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career Support) to offset the out-of-pocket course fees payable for SCTP.
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Can I attend 2 SCTP programmes concurrently?
No. You cannot enrol in two SCTP programmes at the same time, whether full-time or part-time, if they overlap. You must complete one SCTP before starting another.
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Can I re-attend the same SCTP programme that I have completed previously?
No. You cannot re-attend the same SCTP programme you have completed previously.
SkillsFuture Course Funding Support
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How do I know if I qualify for SkillsFuture Course Fees Funding Support?
Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents and LTVP+ holders are eligible for SkillsFuture Course Fees Funding Support on SkillsFuture supported courses.
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If I fail the programme or drop out, what will happen to the funding I’ve received?
If you fail the programme or drop out without a valid reason, you may be required to refund the course fee subsidy you received. Trainees are encouraged to complete all modules and pass the assessments to fully benefit from the programme and retain the funding support.
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What if I turn 40 years old in the middle of the programme?
If you turn 40 years old during the programme, you will become eligible for the Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy from the month you turn 40. This subsidy can cover up to 90% of programme fees.
SkillsFuture Mid-Career Training Allowance (TA)
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Who is eligible for SkillsFuture Mid-Career Training Allowance?
Singapore Citizens aged 40 years old and above are eligible for SkillsFuture Mid-Career Training Allowance when they enrol into full-time TA Elgiible SCTPs.
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When do I apply for SkillsFuture Mid-Career Training Allowance?
You can submit your Training Allowance application up to three (3) months before the programme start date.
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Can I be employed and still be eligible for the SkillsFuture Mid-Career Training Allowance when enrolling into a full-time SCTP?
You can be employed and still apply for the Training Allowance for an eligible full-time training programme. Individuals must meet the full-time training intensity and programme requirements each month in order to receive the monthly payout.
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How do I know how many months of SkillsFuture Mid-Career Training Allowance payout I will receive for the application?
The maximum eligible period in the application refers to the maximum number of months you can receive for the Training Allowance. The actual number of months you will receive for the Training Allowance depends on the actual course duration and fulfilment of the training requirements each month.
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How is my monthly TA computed?
It is computed based on the latest available 12 months of income data from Government records (E.g CPF Board, IRAS) as of course start date.
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What if my course has been deferred or cancelled?
Your TA application will be cancelled, and you will need to re-submit a TA application where your SCTP enrolment will be treated as a new SCTP enrolment.
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What are the programme requirements I need to fulfil in order to receive the monthly training allowances?
You will need to fulfil a minimum of 75% attendance of trainer led sessions for each of the training month of the programme.
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About SITLEARN
SITLEARN is the lifelong learning division of the Singapore Institute of Technology, Singapore's first University of Applied Learning. SITLEARN is dedicated to providing high-quality, industry-relevant training and education to professionals and mid-career individuals. Through its innovative Applied Learning approach, SITLEARN equips learners with practical skills and knowledge that are directly applicable in the workplace, helping them stay competitive in the evolving job market.
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