How to apply
For the Fórsa Induction as well as the Lunch & Learn, please use the online application forms linked below. For the rest, applications go through your Branch, and the steps are outlined below.
Fórsa Induction
This session is open to all members and the application form is available here.
Lunch & Learn
This session is also open to all members and the application form is available here.
General application process
For all other courses, there is a general application process which we ask everyone to follow and is outlined below.
This enables us to capture all relevant participant information to secure paid releases from the workplace, and ensure all necessary facilities are available at the training.
Please complete the following:
- Identify the most appropriate course to your needs from our calendar
- Discuss your requirements with your Branch Training Officer or Chairperson and Fórsa official
- Ensure your branch agrees to support your application for training including travel expenses
- Your branch will send you a link to fill out an online application form
On receipt of your application form, Skills Academy will:
- Contact your identified line manager to request a paid release to attend training
- Confirm your place on the training programme
- Update you on the status of your work release
- Provide all relevant information regarding getting to and attending the course
- Send a reminder one week before the course begins
If you do not receive regular notification from your branch about upcoming Skills Academy training courses, please contact your Branch Training Officer, Chairperson, or Secretary to ensure they have your updated contact details.
For all training clarifications and queries, please contact us directly at Skillsacademy@forsa.ie
What’s on in the coming term?
Each year we produce a handy pocket-sized calendar detailing our core training programmes and information sessions. These calendars can be circulated to all our members across all branches and work locations.
The calendar is available in both hard and soft copy. If you haven’t already received your copy, please don’t hesitate to contact us directly at skillsacademy@forsa.ie, or check out the link here.