Course Funding & Government Subsidies

Government Funding & Subsidies

Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents are eligible for various government subsidies and grant schemes to offset the cost of course fees at SOQ International Academy.

1. SkillsFuture Credit (SFC)

All Singapore Citizens aged 25 and above receive an opening credit of S$500. Mid-career Singaporeans aged 40 to 60 receive additional credit top-ups under the SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme to reskill and stay competitive.

2. SWDA Baseline & Mid-Career Subsidies

Eligible trainees can enjoy course fee subsidies up to 50% (baseline) or 70% (SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy for citizens aged 40+) on approved training programmes.

3. UTAP (Union Training Assistance Programme)

NTUC union members can claim 50% of the unfunded course fee (up to S$250 per year for members below 40, and up to S$500 per year for members aged 40 and above).

4. Corporate & Employer Support (Absentee Payroll)

Companies sponsoring employees for certified training can claim Absentee Payroll (AP) funding through Enterprise Singapore and SSG to defray manpower costs during training hours.