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Skillnet AI courses (2026)

Skillnet Ireland networks subsidise AI training for people working in eligible Irish businesses, and some courses are fully funded. We list 18 Skillnet-funded AI courses, 12 open now. Varies per network and course. Some courses are fully funded. Skills Connect training for unemployed people is free.

Curated by Jake BolandUpdated 4 Oct 2026How we verify

What is Skillnet Ireland?

Funded from the National Training Fund through the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science. Network courses are subsidised; the learner or employer pays the balance.

Status: Rolling, per network.

Who is eligible?

In the scheme's own words (checked 4 Oct 2026):

"Private sector and commercial semi-state businesses can join a relevant Skillnet Business Network, or one of our national Initiatives, and avail of our services." skillnetireland.ie
"If you are employed within the private sector or commercial semi-state you can access Skillnet Ireland training through your company." skillnetireland.ie
"Skills Connect training is free and is open to most unemployed people, subject to eligibility criteria." skillnetireland.ie
"Learners must be resident in the Republic of Ireland." skillnetireland.ie

Skillnet Ireland AI courses open now

18 courses

  • FreeFunded

    AI in Excel (itag AI Skills Week)

    itag Skillnet

    Beginner (our assessment) · About 6.5 h (estimated)
    Live sessions · Online
    Free
    Certificate not stated
    Soon Starts in 2 days (6 Oct 2026)
    Verified 4 Oct 2026
  • Funded

    Leading AI Strategy

    Technology Ireland Digital Skillnet

    Intermediate (our assessment) · About 15 h
    Blended, Dublin
    €1,300 funded (full fee €2,400)
    Certificate not stated
    Next: 19 Oct 2026 · Dublin
    Verified 4 Oct 2026
  • Funded

    Microsoft Copilot Essentials

    Cork Chamber Skillnet

    Beginner (our assessment) · About 1.5 h
    Live sessions · Online
    €75
    CPD certificate
    Next: 20 Oct 2026
    Verified 4 Oct 2026
  • Funded

    Fundamentals of AI & ChatGPT: Full Day Workshop

    County Wexford Chamber Skillnet

    Beginner (our assessment) · About 6 h (estimated)
    Live sessions · In person
    €80 funded (full fee €99)
    Certificate not stated
    Next: 21 Oct 2026
    Verified 4 Oct 2026
  • Funded

    AI for Business Success

    Cork Chamber Skillnet

    Beginner (our assessment) · About 5 h
    Live sessions · Online
    €100
    Certificate not stated
    Next: 29 Oct 2026
    Verified 4 Oct 2026
  • FundedLicence needed

    AI in Excel Using ChatGPT and Copilot

    Tech Industry Alliance Skillnet

    Beginner (our assessment) · Duration not stated
    Live sessions · Online
    €230 funded
    Certificate not stated
    Next: 29 Oct 2026
    Verified 4 Oct 2026
  • Funded

    AI Personal Accelerator

    Technology Ireland Digital Skillnet

    Beginner (our assessment) · About 3 h
    Live sessions · Online
    €950 funded
    Certificate not stated
    Next: 3 Nov 2026 · +1 more date
    Verified 4 Oct 2026
  • Funded

    AI Critical Thinking for Smarter AI Engagement

    Tech Industry Alliance Skillnet

    Beginner (our assessment) · About 7 h (estimated)
    Live sessions · In person, Cork
    €625 funded (full fee €975)
    Certificate not stated
    Dates not shown by provider
    Verified 4 Oct 2026
  • Funded

    AI for Sustainability

    Skillnet Climate Ready Academy

    Beginner (our assessment) · Duration not stated
    Cohort programme · Online
    Free under Skillnet Ireland
    Certificate not stated
    Next intake not announced
    Verified 3 Oct 2026
  • FundedNFQ L8

    Certificate in Foundations of Artificial Intelligence

    Technology Ireland ICT Skillnet (Krisolis with TU Dublin)

    Intermediate (our assessment) · About 60 h (estimated)
    Live sessions · Online
    €999 funded (full fee €2,224.20)
    NFQ Level 8, 10 ECTS
    Next intake not announced
    Verified 3 Oct 2026
  • Funded

    MSc in Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence)

    Technology Ireland ICT Skillnet / University of Galway

    Advanced (our assessment) · Duration not stated
    Blended, Galway
    €3,505 a year funded (full fee €5,000 a year)
    Academic award, 90 ECTS
    Next intake not announced
    Verified 4 Oct 2026
  • FundedNFQ L9Closed

    National MSc in Artificial Intelligence

    University of Limerick with Technology Ireland ICT Skillnet

    Advanced · Duration not stated
    Cohort programme · Online
    €3,895 a year funded (full fee €5,940 a year)
    NFQ Level 9
    Applications closed. Next: Sep 2027
    Verified 3 Oct 2026

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How do I apply?

Through the relevant Skillnet Business Network's course page, or the Skillnet Hub at hub.skillnetireland.ie. Go to the official Skillnet Ireland site.

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Who is eligible for Skillnet Ireland?

"Private sector and commercial semi-state businesses can join a relevant Skillnet Business Network, or one of our national Initiatives, and avail of our services". "If you are employed within the private sector or commercial semi-state you can access Skillnet Ireland training through your company". Source: skillnetireland.ie.

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