Publications

2010

Annual Report 2009

TNP 2010-2011

Companies continue to invest in training despite recessionary times – Over 40,000 workers trained through Skillnets Training Networks Programme (TNP) in 2009.

The Skillnets Annual Report 2009 reported that Irish enterprise is still investing in training. In 2009 over €22.2 million was invested in developing the skills of over 40,000 workers in Irish enterprise. €14.5 million was invested from the National Training Fund (NTF) and €7.7 million from companies.  Training was delivered by 103 Skillnet networks across the country.

In a 2009 survey with member companies 62% (an increase of 16% on 2008 figures) of companies said that participating in a Skillnets network had created new business partnerships and 69% (an increase of 16% on 2008 figures) reported key business contacts being generated.

 

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Skillnets News - Issue 8, April 2010

TNP 2010-2011

Welcome to the eighth issue of Skillnets News, bringing you the latest on the ongoing activities of Skillnets as well as network news and recent events.

In this issue:

  • Training Networks Programme 2008-2009 Summary
  • Member Company Satisfaction Survey Results
  • Certification Focus Group Update
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2009

Skillnets News - Issue 7, September 2009

TNP 2008-2009

Welcome to the seventh issue of Skillnets News, bringing you the latest on the ongoing activities of Skillnets as well as network news and recent events.

In this issue:

  • Skillnets Mentoring Programme
  • National Digital Skills Week
  • Léargas Work Placement Scheme
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Skillnets News - Issue 6, May 2009

TNP 2008-2009

Welcome to the sixth issue of Skillnets News, bringing you the latest on the ongoing activities of Skillnets as well as network news and recent events.

In this issue:

  • Tánaiste launches Finuas Networks Programme
  • Demystifying certification
  • Skillnets Professional Development Programme
  • IITD National Training Awards 2009
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Skillnets Annual Report 2008

TNP 2008-2009

Building the knowledge economy – Over 56,000 workers trained through Skillnets Training Networks Programme (TNP) in 2008

The Skillnets Annual Report 2008 reported that over €36 million was invested in developing the skills of over 56,000 workers in Irish enterprise in 2008. This comprised €25 million from the National Training Fund (NTF) and €11.5 million from companies. Over 22,000 companies from a wide range of industries such as digital media, renewable energy,space industry, responsible tourism, ICT, broadcasting, agriculture, manufacturing, retail, engineering and healthcare amongst others invested hard cash in the Skillnets model which has proved to be a robust model which can adapt to the changing economy and demands of markets.

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2008

Skillnets News - Issue 5, December 2008

TNP 2008-2009

Welcome to the fifth issue of Skillnets News, bringing you the latest on the ongoing activities of Skillnets as well as network news and recent events.

In this issue:

  • Global Return on Investment (ROI) Institute Best Practice Implementation Award for Skillnets Ltd. and the Impact Measurement Skillnet
  • Networks rising to challenging times
  • Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Forum Focus
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Skillnets News - Issue 4, September 2008

TNP 2008-2009

Welcome to the fourth issue of Skillnets News, bringing you the latest on the ongoing activities of Skillnets as well as network news and recent events.

In this issue:

  • Ireland's first Masters programme for professional trainers
  • Accel Programme Final Evaluation Report Launch
  • New literacy website
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Skillnets News - Issue 3, July 2008

TNP 2008-2009

Welcome to the third issue of Skillnets News, bringing you the latest on the ongoing activities of Skillnets as well as network news and recent events.

In this issue:

  • Skillnets National Conference
  • NASA experts visit Ireland
  • Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Conference
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Skillnets News - Issue 2, March 2008

TNP 2008-2009

Welcome to the second issue of Skillnets News, bringing you the latest on the ongoing activities of Skillnets as well as network news and recent events.

In this issue:

  • All-island training networks
  • Network launches
  • FETAC Awards
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Skillnets Network Directory 2008-2009

TNP 2008-2009

A full listing of all 123 Skillnets networks that participated in the TNP 08-09. Contact details of network managers, network promoters and individual network course syllabuses are given.

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