What Is it?
Formerly known as Future@Work, this national initiative aims to equip Singaporeans with the mindset and basic functional skills to prepare for the future economy.
Who Is It For?
The programme is designed to help all Singaporean adults, including those planning to return to the workforce.
Individuals
Understand emerging technologies and how they impact work, interpret and use data, and adopt a positive mindset for change, innovation and resilience.
Employers
Equip staff with the right mindset and skills to welcome technological changes to the workplace, and to take advantage of new opportunities in the future economy.
How will I benefit?
At the end of the programme, you will be:
Aware of the type of jobs in the future economy
Able to work in a technology-rich environment
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Able to apply frequently used mobile apps in your daily life
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Aware of the importance of cyber security in daily / work applications
Aware of how data and information can be used
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Able to perform functional outcomes such as applying for SkillsFuture Credit or performing basic cyber security actions e.g. setting up passwords to protect data or information
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Able to develop an action plan to continue learning
Further Learning
If you wish to learn more on areas of data, innovation and technology, you can browse the free digitised content curated by our technology partners.
| Technology Partner | Online Content |
|---|---|
| Microsoft | Areas of Development, Data Series, Cloud Technologies, Online Facilitation |
Participants who have completed the SkillsFuture for Digital Workplace programme and wish to pick up more specialist skills and knowledge in areas such as data analytics, cyber security and technology-enabled services can tap on the curated list of training programmes under SkillsFuture Series.
How Does It Work?
This is a two-day programme (up to 18 hours), depending on the training requirements.
Where can I find out more?
Please contact the training providers below for more information.
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Asian Culinary Institute (ACI)
contact information
Asian Culinary Institute (ACI)
6417 3318
info@aci.edu.sg
description
Individuals who plan to acquire digital skills at a foundational level and familiarise with the various digital tools in the Food Services and Hospitality industry.
highlights
- Current and emerging technology trends in the F&B and hospitality industry (e.g. kitchen automation, robotic servers, digital ordering, and data analytics)
- The latest cyber security threats that impact you and how to minimise such threats
- Practical hands on session using tablets so the session will be highly experiential and interesting.
languages:
Capelle Academy
contact information
Capelle Academy
6704 0212
PublicRunAdmin@capelleconsulting.com
description
Individuals who plan to acquire digital skills at a foundational level and familiarise with the various digital tools in the workplace and in their daily lives.
highlights
- Navigate popular apps, platforms, devices, and media
- Understand cyber, data and password security, as well as identify secure websites
- Use work productivity tools that save time and cost
- Explore new technologies through hands-on group activities
- MakerTech Session with hands-on experience with 3D printing, drones or robotics
languages:
Institute of Technical Education
contact information
ITE Customer Service
1800 2222 111
cnt@ite.edu.sg
description
Individuals who plan to acquire digital skills at a foundational level and familiarise with the various digital tools for the workplace and personal lives. Corporate classes are also.
highlights
- Connect digitally for professional networking and industry updates
- Access government and public online services
- Shop and pay bills online
- Create forms and presentation slides
- Search online for information and jobs
- Self-directed learning in the digital world
- Observe cyber security
- Backup data
languages:
IP Academy
contact information
Benjamin Tan
6331 6581
benjamin_tan@ipacademy.com.sg
description
Individuals and working adults who plan to acquire digital skills at a foundational level and familiarise with the various digital tools for the workplace and daily lives. Corporate classes are welcome.
highlights
- Popular digital platforms and e-payments methods (eg. PayNow, SGQR code) to improve your payment convenience
- Communicate on social media platforms and increase your virtual presence
- Protect against online hacks and scams and strengthen your cyber security skills
- e-Commerce: how to be a more effective online shopper
- Identify, protect and appreciate your intellectual property
- Leverage on ‘Big Data’ for your personal/professional use
languages:
Lithan Academy Pte Ltd
contact information
Lithan Academy Pte Ltd
6324 9730
info@lithan.com
description
All working adults with baseline digital skills. It is designed for a companywide learning and implementation.
highlights
- Various digital technologies and digital best practices
- Job requirements in the future digital economy
- be able to perform the digital skills gap analysis by utilising the SPRI tool
- be able to design and develop learning plan to fulfil the skill gap
- Perform digital skills gap analysis exercise
- Develop individual learning plan based on skills gap analysis
- Enhance baseline digital literacy for effective communication and productivity in the workplace
languages:
Mendaki Social Enterprise Network Singapore Pte Ltd
contact information
Azizah Salim
6708 6433
azizah.salim@msense.sg
description
This course is open to anyone who is keen to learn new technologies, softwares and apps.
highlights
- Adapt to job demands in the future
- Work effectively with technology
- Use mobile apps in daily work/life
- Cybersecurity – Guard against crime on the internet
- Perform useful applications e.g. make online payments
languages:
Nanyang Polytechnic (NYP)
contact information
Mr Tan Nam Beng
6550 1665
Tan_Nam_Beng@nyp.edu.sg
Mr Chow Kim Foong
6550 1621
Chow_Kim_Foong@nyp.edu.sg
description
Individuals who plan to acquire digital skills at a foundational level and familiarise with the various digital tools in the workplace and in their daily lives.
highlights
- Singapore’s Smart Nation initiatives, new technologies, disruptions and valuable skills in the future digital workplaces
- Gain awareness to various technologies such as Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Machine Learning with the use of gadgets and experiential activities
- Gain awareness about cyber-security threats, and learn how to protect themselves
- Better understand data analytics and how it can apply to their work
- Apply problem-solving techniques and technology
languages:
Ngee Ann Polytechnic
contact information
Ngee Ann Polytechnic - CET Academy
6407 4889
enquirycet@np.edu.sg
description
Individuals who plan to acquire digital skills at a foundational level and familiarise with the various digital tools in the workplace and in their daily lives.
highlights
- Work in a technology rich environment
- Safeguard cyber security in daily/work applications
- The pivotal role that digital technology plays in the future economy
- The convenience and ease of use of online apps in the work place and in daily life
- Build digital confidence in using new technologies, software and applications
languages:
NTUC LearningHub
contact information
Ms Eileen Tan
6705 4107
eileen.tan@ntuclearninghub.com
description
Individuals who plan to acquire digital skills at a foundational level and familiarise with the various digital tools in the workplace and in their daily lives.
highlights
- Key trends affecting the future of work
- Technologies shaping the future economy
- Impact of technology at work and daily life
- Basic lean concepts and being change agent at work
- Basic concepts and widespread use of data in the future economy
languages:
Rohei Corporation Pte Ltd
contact information
Rohei Corporation Pte Ltd
6716 9700
learning@rohei.com
description
PMETs with some basic digital skills who may not be confident working with new technologies and digital platforms.
highlights
- How to Create: Explore the use technology to meet the needs of others around you by exploring new ways of doing things and using the language of possibility.
- How to Connect: The challenges and opportunities of the future economy and learning and how to collaborate using technology. Try useful digital tools that can help both at home and at work.
- How to Be Safe: The common cybersecurity threats and some practical steps to protect yourself from online threats. Experience the importance of preventing identity theft and practicing good cyber hygiene.
- How to Learn: Increase your learning agility and develop a proactive mindset to enjoy and participate in the excitement of technological change.
languages:
Singapore Institute of Retail Studies (SIRS)
contact information
Singapore Institute of Retail Studies (SIRS)
6222 7477
courses@sirs.edu.sg
description
Individuals who plan to acquire digital skills at a foundational level and familiarise with the various digital tools in the Retail industry.
highlights
- Be acquainted to various emerging technologies in this era of data-driven retailing
- Gain insight into the dynamic retail industry and embrace change that will impact them
- Immerse themselves in a technology-rich yet non-intimidating learning environment to understand change that will affect their workplace and social interaction
- Collaborate and create innovative retail concepts by recommending suitable technology, data and skills
- Get first-hand experience with various technologies used in retail through SIRS’ Retail Innovation Centre for Enterprises (RICE)
languages:
Singapore Media Academy Pte Ltd
contact information
Singapore Media Academy Pte Ltd
6435 6000
Marketing@MediaAcademy.sg
description
Individuals who plan to acquire digital skills at a foundational level and familiarise with the various digital tools in the workplace and in their daily lives.
highlights
- Online/Social Media Platforms
- Types of Content for Online/Social Media and Techniques to Engage & Build Customers
- Customer Journey: Re-marketing, Social Media Analytics, Online/Social Media Crisis
- Cyber Security: User Profiles and rights, Photo and video rights and protection
- IP Rules & Regulations and Sources for Content/Media
- Visual Storytelling: Basics of Framing & Composition
- telling Stories through Photos
- Event Coverage on Videos
- Mobile Camera Techniques
- Post-Production
languages:
Singapore National Employers Federation
contact information
Singapore National Employers Federation
6827 6919
Vincent_sim@snef.org.sg
description
Individuals who plan to acquire digital skills at a foundational level and familiarise with the various digital tools in the workplace and in their daily lives.
highlights
- Different types of data threats.
- Use of different technologies for higher productivity and business needs
- ICloud computing and the use of applications on it
- Utilise mobile applications and the use of web resources for lifelong learning.
- The type of jobs in the future economy and how the future workplace will be like Working in a digital workplace
- The importance of cyber security in digital environment
- How data and information can be used effectively in business for higher productivity and make good business decisions
languages:
Singapore Polytechnic
contact information
Professional & Adult Continuing Education (PACE) Academy
6772 1288
pace@sp.edu.sg
description
Individuals who plan to acquire digital skills at a foundational level and familiarise with the various digital tools in the workplace and in their daily lives.
highlights
- Overview of the Digital World & Digital Life
- The importance and rationale for Singapore’s push for a digital landscape as well as evaluate emerging digital technology and applications
- Own interests and level of participation in the digital world
- Emerging concepts of basic cybersecurity through interactive learning scenarios and collaborative case studies
- Cybersecurity guidelines that will impact workplace behaviour
- The effects of cyber threats and risks
- Measures to mitigate cybersecurity threats at work
languages:
Temasek Polytechnic
contact information
Temasek SkillsFuture Academy
6788 1212
tsa@tp.edu.sg
description
Individuals who plan to acquire digital skills at a foundational level and familiarise with the various digital tools in the workplace and in their daily lives.
highlights
- Understand the work trends of the future
- Navigate through popular and useful apps
- Identify cyber threat and ways to protect yourself from it
- Creative ways to set passwords
- Techniques of digital and social media marketing
languages:
Training Vision Institute
contact information
Training Vision Institute
6100 8844
courseinfo@trainingvision.com.sg
description
Individuals who plan to acquire digital skills at a foundational level and familiarise with the various digital tools in the workplace and in their daily lives.
highlights
- Adapt to a digitally-rich environment
- Search online for information
- Enhance productivity and innovative abilities
- Download and use apps relevant to their work
- Understand risks of cyber dangers
- Know about viruses and cyber hacking