SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme (SCTP)
Advance Your Skills And Transform Your Future
Rethinking your career path, seeking roles that are future-proof, impactful, or exploring self-employment as a sustainable alternative in today’s fast-evolving digital economy?
The SCTP programmes at SITLEARN are built for mid-career professionals. Choose business analysis, customer success or lifestyle entrepreneurship. Learn from industry practitioners, build a portfolio or business plan you can show, and get career guidance for up to 6 months after the programme.
Register InterestSee The Programmes
Up to95%
course fee funding*
Up toS$3,000
monthly training allowance*
Start fromS$770
nett course fee*
*T&Cs apply
Choose Your Path To A New Role Or New Skills
Switch careers or build new skills with an SkillsFuture career transition programme. Learn from industry professionals and build a portfolio that reflects your capabilities. Register your interest for 2027 intakes.
Infocomm Technology
(SCTP) Digital Business Analyst
A 4-month+ course for mid-career learners moving into business analysis. Learn UX design, business analysis, IT solutioning, Agile practices and QA testing. Graduates are equipped for the IIBA Entry Level Certificate in Business Analysis (ECBA) exam.
Dates4 Jan – 30 Apr 2027
Learning methodIn-person & Online
Course feeFrom S$1,116.50
Fees can be offset using SkillsFuture Credit*
Fee subsidy & funding
Up to 95% SWDA course fee subsidy
Up to S$3,000 monthly training allowance (Full-Time)
*T&Cs apply
Business, Communication and Design
(SCTP) Lifestyle Entrepreneurship Programme
A 3-month programme for mid-career professionals who want to start a sustainable, passion-driven lifestyle business. Repurpose your strengths, validate ideas with lean startup techniques, build a go-to-market plan and design a flexible career on your terms.
Dates1 Feb – 27 Apr 2027
Learning methodIn-person & Online
Course feeFrom S$770.00
Fees can be offset using SkillsFuture Credit*
Fee subsidy & funding
Up to 95% SWDA course fee subsidy
Up to S$3,000 monthly training allowance (Full-Time)
*T&Cs apply
Business, Communication and Design
(SCTP) Strategic Customer Success and Account Management
A 3-month+ course that equips learners to become data-driven customer success professionals. Manage complex accounts, apply CRM and GenAI tools, and build a 90-day customer success plan as your capstone.
Dates1 Mar – 31 May 2027
Learning methodIn-person & Online
Course feeFrom S$1,001.00
Fees can be offset using SkillsFuture Credit*
Fee subsidy & funding
Up to 95% SWDA course fee subsidy
Up to S$3,000 monthly training allowance (Full-Time)
*T&Cs apply
Learn From Practitioners Who’ve Done It
Your learning journey will be enriched with practical and applicable knowledge from industry professionals in their field.
Dr. Yong Hsin Ning
Kalra Gurpal Singh
Dr. Lim Chon Phung
Chen Pinzhang
Cadence Cheng
Evonne Quek
Career Guidance and Preparation, Built Around You
Career pivots aren't easy – but you don't have to navigate one alone. Whether you're upskilling into a new field, transitioning between industries, or exploring a completely different career path, our career guidance and preparation team is invested in your success and here to help. This support is available for up to 6 months from the end of the programme, helping you transition into a new role or career path.
How we support your career transition journey:
- Discover your direction – Identify skills, strengths, and opportunities that fit your goals.
- Build your plan – Get personalised and practical strategies to navigate your transition with confidence.
- Get career-ready – Sharpen your resume, interview skills, and job search approach to turn learning into real opportunities.
Note:
* 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.
Enjoy Financial Support as You Train
All SkillsFuture Career Transition Programmes at SITLEARN are subsidised and funded for eligible learners.
Here are the support available:
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Course Fee Funding From The Skills and Workforce Development Agency (SWDA)
If you're a self-sponsored learner (unemployed or employed), aged 21 and above, you are eligible for the following course fee subsidies:
LEARNER PROFILE Funding Category Singapore Citizen (below 40), PR or LTVP+ Holder Up to 70% of course fees subsidised Singapore Citizen (aged 40 and above) Up to 90% of course fees subsidised under Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES) Singapore Citizen with additional course fee funding support criteria Up to 95% of course fees subsidised -
SkillsFuture Credit
You can use your available SkillsFuture Credit and Additional SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career Support) to offset out-of-pocket nett course fees.
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SkillsFuture Mid-Career Training Allowance (Full-Time)
If you're a Singapore Citizen aged 40 and above, and enrolled in an SCTP starting from 1 April 2025:
- Receive 50% of your average monthly income over the latest available 12-month period, capped at S$3,000 per month
- Available for up to 24 months over your lifetime
- Use the Training Allowance Calculator to estimate your eligible training allowance.
Please note that your funding eligibility will be further assessed by our SITLEARN admission committee upon your application. -
Who qualifies for 95% course fee subsidy?
You may be eligible if you fall into one of these categories:
- Long-term unemployed
- Persons with disabilities
- Individuals receiving ComCare SMTA or Workfare Income Supplement (WIS)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Who are these programmes for?
Our SkillsFuture Career Transition Programmes aim to support mid-career professionals who are looking to switch careers, strengthen their career prospects, or explore entrepreneurship.
Whether you're pivoting into growth sectors/fields, upgrading your skills for better opportunities, or starting your own business, these programmes provide industry-relevant training, career preparation, peer community and mentorship network to support you in achieving your goals.
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Do I need a specific background to join?
Minimum entry requirements, usually in the form of transferrable skillset, vary by programmes.
Our Programme Advisor will review your background and motivation upon your application to access your fit.
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What’s the enrolment process like?
After you’ve registered your interest for our SCTP, you’ll receive a link to take the next step in application by completing the Pre-assessment Enrolment form. You will also be invited to submit supporting documents.
To set you up for success, our Programme Advisory Team will review your background and motivations to ensure that the programme is a good fit for you. They may also be in touch for a call with you to better understand your goals.
Once accepted, you’ll receive details for programme registration and funding application to begin your SCTP journey with us.
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What is the learning format — is it fully online?
Most programmes are delivered through a combination of online live on weekdays and in-person sessions on weekends.
This means you’ll benefit from the convenience of live online classes right at home, alongside hands-on workshops, and in-person engagements in classroom format.
Our programmes are designed to strike a balance between one’s busy lifestyle while offering the structure, support, and peer interactions that make learning more effective.
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What kind of support will I receive during the programme?
You’ll receive hands-on skills training, career preparation, peer community and mentorship from industry practitioners.
Most programmes also include working on a capstone project to help you build a portfolio that demonstrates your newly built capabilities.
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How much do the programmes cost?
While course fees vary by programme, most learners may pay a small fraction of the full cost due to the SkillsFuture funding available to them.
Depending on your eligibility, you may enjoy one of the following subsidies:
LEARNER PROFILE Funding Category Singapore Citizen (below 40), PR or LTVP+ Holder Up to 70% of course fees subsidised Singapore Citizen (aged 40 and above) Up to 90% of course fees subsidised under Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES) Singapore Citizen with additional course fee funding support criteria Up to 95% of course fees subsidised -
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 years old.
This subsidy can cover up to 90% of course fees. A pro-rated amount of subsidy will be calculated by SkillsFuture Singapore.
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Is there financial support while I’m training?
If you're a Singapore Citizen aged 40 and above, you may be eligible to receive the SkillsFuture Mid-Career Training Allowance (Full-Time) of up to S$3,000/month,
Your application for the training allowance will be subject to approval by SkillsFuture upon application, and will be paid out to you by SkillsFuture on a monthly basis.
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How do I apply or learn more?
Simply register your interest with us, and our Programme Advisor will follow-up to guide you through the next steps of your application and to answer queries you may have.
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Can I attend two (2) programmes concurrently?
No, you cannot attend the same programme you have completed previously.
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Can I attend the same programme that I have completed previously?
No, you cannot attend the same programme you have completed previously.
Work On Your
Next Career Move Today
Gain the tools, confidence, and support to move forward with our SCTP programmes.
Complete the form to get your programme brochure. We'll contact you within 5 working days with detailed information, funding guidance, and screening process.
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.