Building a Digitally Skilled Workforce in North Wales
Part-Time Courses and Microcredentials
These courses are flexible learning options, for real world needs, designed to fit around work schedules and can be:
- Fully funded
- Partially funded
- Commercially provided
Whether you’re looking to boost technical expertise, digital confidence, or leadership skills, there are options to suit every business.
Course areas include:
- Cybersecurity (e.g., threat detection, ethical hacking, risk management)
- Data Analysis & Big Data (e.g., Excel for business, SQL, Python for data science)
- Software Development (e.g., coding in Python, JavaScript, app development)
- IT Systems & Networking (e.g., cloud computing, IT support, network security)
- Digital Marketing (e.g., SEO, social media management, content creation)
- Animation & Multimedia (e.g., graphic design, video editing, 3D modelling)
- Digital Health Technologies (e.g., healthcare data management, AI in healthcare
- E-commerce & Business IT (e.g., website development, CRM systems, online sales strategies)
Flexible Skills Programme
Financial support for Welsh businesses investing in workforce development, covering areas such as:
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud computing
- Data analytics
- Artificial intelligence
- Software development
Choose certified training providers, with delivery available online, in-person, or hybrid.
For every £1 you put into training costs, the Welsh Government will match you up to a maximum of £50,000 per application
How the Toolkit Helps
- Identify Your Team’s Skills Gaps
Use a digital skills audit to assess where training is needed—whether it’s technical skills, leadership, or emerging areas like AI and green technologies. Employee feedback and industry benchmarks can help guide your decisions.
- Connect with Training Providers
Reach out to local colleges, universities, or independent providers to explore tailored solutions. Discuss course content, delivery methods, and available funding options.
The Digital Skills Toolkit can help you take these first steps with confidence.
