SOLAS is a reputable brand that was established in 2013 under the Further Education and Training Act as an agency of the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation, and Science. Their mission is to fund, coordinate, and monitor Further Education and Training provision in Ireland, with the goal of developing an innovative, flexible, and responsive sector that meets the needs of learners and employers. Working closely with Regional Skills managers and Education and Training Boards, SOLAS manages a wide range of programmes including Apprenticeships, Traineeships, Skills to Advance, eCollege, and the European Globalisation Fund.

They also oversee important training programmes such as the Safe Pass Health and Safety Awareness Training Programme, the Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS), and the Quarrying Skills Certification Scheme (QSCS). By managing the National Skills Database and providing research and analysis, SOLAS contributes to informing future skills needs. In addition to their core principles of being evidence-based, focused on excellence, responsible and flexible, collaborative, and outward-looking and learning-centered, SOLAS aims to be the leading voice for Further Education and Training in Ireland.

They strive for best practices in corporate governance and excellence in every aspect of their work, while also making a positive impact on individuals, communities, and businesses. Contact SOLAS at Block 1 Castleforbes House, Castleforbes Road, Dublin 1, D01 A8N0. For more information, visit their website