SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme (SCTP)

• Self-Sponsored Singapore Citizens, Singapore Permanent Residents, and Long-term Visit Pass Plus holders (“LTVP+ Holders”) who are above 21 years of age.
• WPLN Level 2 (Speak, Listen, Read, Numeracy) and Level 2 (Write). 
• Fit for long hours of work in the Food Services industry.
• Fully vaccinated (Covid Vaccine) - If a learner is not fully vaccinated, they will need to complete vaccination before job placement.
• Committed to completing the programme.
• No working experience is required.

Basic computer and digital literacy to be able to attend online lessons on Zoom and the eLearning platform (asynchronous and synchronous learning).

For a period of 6 months between the point of course commencement to after completing the SCTP, trainees may either:

• Start a business (including home based businesses) OR
• Be employed on a part-time or full-time basis

• Interested individuals should register their interest in the programme via the online form. 
• After registration, individuals will be contacted for a pre-enrolment screening.
• Priority will be given to candidates who are unemployed and seeking to enter the food services industry, and individuals working in the food services industry and seeking to upgrade their skills.
  

The SCTP is open to all Singaporeans and Singapore Permanent Residents (at least 21 years old in the calendar year of programme commencement) who are looking for training opportunities to transit to a new sector or job role. 

Both unemployed and employed (part-time or full-time) individuals can enrol in SCTP in Beverage Service, as long as they can fulfil training commitments, including minimum attendance requirements, job placement, and passing of assessments.

Training Providers will prioritise individuals who intend to continue contributing to the workforce and meet the programme’s objectives.

No, only self-sponsored individuals are eligible for SCTP.

Trainees can pay the fees modularly. The nett fees per course are to be paid upfront before course commencement but enrolment to the SCTP course bundle must be done at the onset.

Trainees are encouraged to complete all modules under a SCTP to fully benefit from the intent of the programme. Similar to existing requirements for other training grants administered by SSG, trainees must fulfill minimum attendance requirements and pass the assessments to qualify for course fee subsidies. Trainees who are unable to meet these requirements, or exit the programme without a valid reason, may be asked to return the course fee subsidy that they have received, including any additional course fee funding support.

Both tracks cover the same core barista training and lead to the same career outcomes. The difference is in the additional support offered:

Standard Track — Core barista training and job placement support.

Supported Track — Everything in the Standard Track, plus:

• Additional EQ (emotional intelligence) modules
• Enhanced job coaching and employment support

The Supported Track is designed for individuals who may benefit from additional structure and support as they transition into employment. Recognising that participants come from a range of circumstances and starting points, this track provides enhanced EQ training and dedicated job coaching — to ensure every participant has an equal opportunity to succeed.

The training will run over 10 weeks:

• Weeks 1 – 3: Full-time classes at the Academy from Monday to Friday, 9 am to 6 pm.
• Weeks 4–10: 3 days at work, 2 days of classes each week.

The 6-month work placement will commence in week 4 of the programme. For example, if your work placement begins in July, you can expect to complete the programme in December.

To qualify for the Supported Track, you will need to be:

• Referred by a Counsellor, Teacher, Social Worker, School Welfare Officer, or other relevant professionals;
• at least 21 years old and above;
• possess basic literacy skills (at least Primary 6 level) and be able to communicate and comprehend information in English;
• is in transition or disengaged from formal education and employment pathways, and is seeking employment training and opportunities;

Anyone who meets the above three criteria may also belong to one or more of the following profiles:

• Dropped out or at risk of dropping out of school
• Experiencing mental health challenges
• Individuals with prior convictions
• Experiencing social isolation
• Single parents
• Facing financial hardship or from low-income households

The Supported Track of the Bettr SCTP programme requires students to pay a fee of $1858.80.

Additional funding options are available and will be discussed during a 1-for-1 meeting.

Wherever applicable, individuals may also:

• Utilise their PSEA funds to offset the total fee amount;
• Receive support from their social agency

There is no training allowance. However, if you are 40 or above and were employed in the past year, you may qualify for the Mid-Career Training Allowance.

Trainees are encouraged to complete all modules under an SCTP to fully benefit from the intent of the programme.

Similar to existing requirements for other training grants administered by SSG, trainees must fulfill minimum attendance requirements and pass the assessments to qualify for course fee subsidies.

Trainees who are unable to meet these requirements, or exit the programme without a valid reason, may be asked to return the course fee subsidy that they have received, including any additional course fee funding support.