SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme (SCTP)


 

The SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme (SCTP) at SIM is a dedicated initiative designed to help mid-career professionals pivot into high-growth sectors. These industry-aligned programmes, ranging from 3 to 6 months, provide participants with the core competencies and practical experience needed tfor a smooth transition into your new career.

By enrolling in the SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme, you are not only acquiring valuable skills but also accessing a comprehensive career support system that sets you up for success. Come leverage on this opportunity to unlock your potential and propel your career forward.

Enhanced Funding and Financial Support*

To make your career transition more accessible, eligible Singaporeans can benefit from significant financial assistance:

  • Up to 95% SkillsFuture Funding: Enjoy substantial course fee subsidies. While baseline subsidies cover a significant portion, eligible Singapore Citizens can receive up to 95% SkillsFuture Funding under the Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy and Additional Funding Support schemes.

  • $4,000 SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career): As part of the SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme, Singaporeans aged 40 and above receive a $4,000 SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) top-up. This credit can be used to offset the out-of-pocket course fees for SIM SCTP programmes, further reducing your financial commitment.

  • Up to $3,000 monthly SkillsFuture Mid-Career Training Allowance (Full-Time): For individuals taking time off work to pursue full-time training, our SCTP course now qualifies for up to $3,000 monthly allowance

  • $300 monthly SkillsFuture Mid-Career Training Allowance (Part-Time): For those balancing work and study, selected part-time SCTP courses now qualify for a flat monthly allowance

Take the next step in your professional journey today. Explore our range of SCTP specialisations and leverage the latest SkillsFuture support to future-proof your career.

Course Fees after GST: $19,880.00 | $2,524.76 with 90% SkillsFuture Funding* | $6,500.76 with 70% SkillsFuture Funding* | Up to $3,000 Training Allowance

 

As Singapore accelerates towards its net-zero targets, the built environment and manufacturing sectors are undergoing a massive green transformation. This shift is driving an unprecedented demand for skilled professionals who can navigate ESG frameworks, optimise resources, and implement sustainable practices.

Here is why this sector offers immense growth, purpose, and long-term security:

  • Exponential Job Growth: Green job opportunities increased by 27 per cent year-on-year as of March 2025.
  • Highly In-Demand Skills: 9 out of 12 high-demand, highly transferable skills are in the Green Infrastructure and Mobility Skills area, according to the SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) 2025 report
  • Regulatory Drivers: Regulatory drivers like the updated Green Mark 2021 scheme are pushing companies to audit and upgrade properties, fuelling further job creation
  • AI-Resilient Roles: The roles in this sector require hands-on expertise and complex, people-centred planning, making them notably resilient against automation

Equipping yourself with ESG and sustainability skills through the SIM SCTP programme positions you at the heart of Singapore’s future economy and sets you up for a resilient, high-growth career.

Potential Job Roles

Within Green Infrastructure and Mobility
  • Sustainability Manager/ Sustainability Project Manager
  • Environmental Sustainability Engineer
  • Facility/ Building Energy Manager
Within Environmental and Sustainability Management
  • Sustainability Consultant
  • Circular Economy and Waste Manager
  • ESG Analyst/ Practitioner

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Course Fees after GST: $17,004.00 | $1,981.00 with 90% SkillsFuture Funding* | $5,101.20 with 70% SkillsFuture Funding*
 

Amid a nationwide push for sustainability, ambitious targets to green the built environment sector have been set under the latest edition of the Singapore Green Building Masterplan (SGBMP). The goal is to green 80 per cent of buildings by gross floor area (GFA) by 2030, promote low energy standards and achieve 80% energy efficiency in best-in-class green buildings.

Against this backdrop, the demand for professionals with skills in sustainability to support organisations in their green transformation is on the rise. The career prospects span across roles which require sustainability knowledge and skills for example HR, IT, Project Managers etc.

Potential Job Roles
  • Sustainability Manager
  • Sustainability Project Manager
  • Sustainability Analyst


Potential Salary Range: $5,000 – $9,000
Based off median salary on job portals

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Course Fees after GST: $14,606 | $1,701.80 with 90% SkillsFuture Funding* | $4,381.80 with 70% SkillsFuture Funding*
 

According to a recent study, there were 77,425 cybersecurity workers in Singapore, with a workforce gap of 6,071. Amid retrenchments and hiring freezes, the cybersecurity field is still in critical need of more professionals.

As cyber attacks become more frequent and sophisticated, the demand for incident response professionals who possess quick thinking and savvy techniques to secure systems is on the rise. These professionals are crucial in responding to security incidents and reducing the damage inflicted upon organisations, making the career path of incident response an exciting and dynamic field in the world of cybersecurity.

Potential Job Roles
  • Network Security Engineer
  • Digital Forensic Analyst
  • AI Security Specialist

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Course Fees after GST: $14,120.95 | $1,645.29 with 90% SkillsFuture Funding* | $4,236.29 with 70% SkillsFuture Funding*

 

Singapore’s thriving manufacturing industry, which contributes 20-25% of the country’s annual GDP, offers exciting opportunities as the cutting-edge technologies of automation, robotics, data analytics, and artificial intelligence continue to transform the future of manufacturing.

There are many opportunities for Singaporeans who are considering a career switch, especially in the five sectors from the advanced manufacturing cluster, namely Electronics, Precision Engineering, Energy & Chemicals, Aerospace, and Logistics, which contribute to 80% of Singapore’s annual manufacturing output.

Potential Job Roles
  • Project Manager
  • Project Engineer
  • Service Delivery Manager

Potential Salary Range: $4,000 – $8,000
Based off median salary on job portals

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