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Transform Your Skills for Tomorrow with Temasek SkillsFuture Academy’s Adult Learning Courses

 

Whether you are planning a mid-career move or building on what you already know, Temasek SkillsFuture Academy provides a wide range of adult learning courses designed to help you grow. As part of Singapore’s commitment to adult education and training, our programmes are tailored for adult learners who want to stay competitive in today’s workforce. Covering fields from digital transformation and sustainability to care and engineering, our courses for working adults blend essential theory with hands-on application.

 

Through our flexible adult learning classes, you’ll gain industry-relevant skills that open doors to new career paths and opportunities. No matter your background, we make learning accessible and impactful, equipping you with the capabilities that matter for today’s jobs and tomorrow’s future.

Adult Course Types

Ready to upskill or make a career change? Discover a wide range of flexible courses designed to help you stay ahead. Our programmes are tailored for busy adult learners, offering a path to acquire new skills, prepare for job transitions, and achieve your professional development goals.

Part-Time Diploma/Post-Diploma & Modular Courses

Discover our Part-Time Diploma, Post-Diploma, and Stackable Skills-Based Modular Courses designed for adult learners.

SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme

The SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme (SCTP) supports mid-career individuals in acquiring industry-relevant skills to improve employability and pivot to new sectors or job roles.

SkillsFuture Work-Study Programmes 

These programmes are designed to give fresh polytechnic and ITE graduates (Singaporeans and PRs) a career head-start in their relevant disciplines.

Short Courses

Our short courses are designed for busy working individuals who seek to acquire knowledge or skills for professional development or personal enrichment.

Emerging Domains for Adult Learners

Our part-time courses are organised into nine emerging domains and their respective areas. Click on the domain to find the suitable course(s) you can take to up-skill and stay relevant in the new economy.

Digital
Digital

Take advantage of the latest that technology has to offer!
AI • Cybersecurity • Digital Analytics • Digital Media • ICT & Media • Technology • Tech-enabled

Care
Care

Stay ahead to meet the evolving demands of the care sector.
Adult Education • Community Care • Healthcare • Social Service • Training • Wellness

Green
Green

Drive the change to make our planet greener.
Aquaculture • Energy & Power • Sustainability • Urban Solution

Advanced Manufacturing
Advanced Manufacturing

Keep pushing boundaries in the Industry 4.0 frontier.
Aerospace • Electronics • Energy & Chemicals • Food Manufacturing • Precision Engineering

Business Management
Business Management

Sharpen your business management skills to bring your enterprise to the next level.
Accounting • Business Analytics • Business Development • Financial Services & Governance • Marketing

Business Services
Business Services

Stay relevant to serve the needs of local and global enterprises.
Customer  Service • Events • F&B • Hotel • Retail

Security / Built Environment
Security / Built Environment

Break new ground to improve places and spaces!
Architecture & Design • Facility Management • Security

Trade & Connectivity
Trade & Connectivity

Gain new insights into best global trade practices!
Air Transport • Logistics

Professional Skills & Lifestyle
Professional Skills & Lifestyle

Broaden your horizons to create new opportunities!
Corporate Governance • Design • Entrepreneurship • Legal • Veterinary

Highlights


Invest & Ignite

Boost your workforce with tailored Corporate Training or enhance your security skills at the Security Industry Institute. Achieve your career goals today!

Corporate Training / Workplace Learning
Corporate Training / Workplace Learning

Your organisation’s strategy for success starts here! We can help to recommend, design and conduct customised training solutions, as well as work with you to achieve various staff development needs.

Security Industry Institute
Security Industry Institute

The Security Industry Institute (SII) is a Continuing Education & Training (CET) centre for WSQ Security training. Established in September 2007, SII offers nationally recognised and comprehensive professional security training and quality job placements for security personnel.

National Centre of Excellence for Workplace Learning (NACE@TP)
NACE@TP

The National Centre of Excellence for Workplace Learning (NACE@TP) supports enterprises in building sustainable workplace learning systems. It helps companies strengthen workforce competency, drive transformation, and foster a culture of continuous learning.

Resources for Adult Learners

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FAQs for Adult Learners at Temasek SkillsFuture Academy
 

Who are Temasek SkillsFuture Academy’s courses designed for?

Who are Temasek SkillsFuture Academy’s courses designed for?

Our courses are created for adult learners such as working professionals and mid-career individuals who are looking to return to the workforce or switch industries.

Can I take these courses while working full-time?

Can I take these courses while working full-time?

Yes, most of our programmes are tailored for working adults so we offer flexible schedules such as evening, weekend, or blended learning formats to seamlessly fit with your existing commitments.

What financial support is available?

What financial support is available?

As part of Singapore’s commitment to adult education and training, eligible learners can use SkillsFuture Credits, apply for government subsidies, or seek employer sponsorships to offset course fees.

Do I need prior qualifications to enrol?

Do I need prior qualifications to enrol?

Entry requirements vary. Many adult learning courses are open to all, while post- and part-time diplomas may require relevant work experience or educational background.

Will I receive a recognised certification?

Will I receive a recognised certification?

Yes, upon completion you’ll earn certifications or diplomas awarded by Temasek Polytechnic which are recognised by industries and employers in Singapore.

  

Other Resources

Looking for other information? Click on any of the items below to access them quickly.

Contact Details

  • Mainline 67881212
  • Monday - Thursday: 8:30am - 6:00pm
    Friday: 8:30am - 5:30pm
     
    Closed during lunchtime, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
    and on weekends and public holidays.

  • https://www.tp.edu.sg/tsa
  • Temasek SkillsFuture Academy (TSA)
    Temasek Polytechnic
    East Wing, Block 1A, Level 3, Unit 109
    21 Tampines Ave 1
    Singapore 529757

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