SkillsFuture Festival 2024
You’ve probably clicked on this article because you’re either a fresh graduate looking for a job, or a working adult looking to upgrade your skills. And kudos to you for Googling for help. Now here’s the next step you can take – attending the SkillsFuture Festival 2024.
It’s not a raving festival like Coachella or ZoukOut, no. This event aims to aid those looking to upskill and improve their career prospects, and will take place at several locations across July to August. There are workshops, free consultations, and even walk-in interviews. Here’s everything you can expect:
Get personalised skills consultations
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As the name suggests, the SkillsFuture Festival 2024 is focused on building your skills. Whether you’re a fresh graduate or looking to upskill, this event has over 50 activities and workshops catered to help boost your abilities.
For one, if you’re interested in acquiring new credentials, then the SkillsFuture Roadshow is where you can browse the many SkillsFuture courses available. Choose from data analytics, business management, chemical technology, and even midwifery courses if you’re considering a job in healthcare.
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There’ll be sharings on the developing job markets and experiential learning activities that include brewing specialty coffee and tea cupping. We’re sure you’ll have some burning questions too – bring them to the free consultation booths at the events. The team of professionals will impart their knowledge, as well as training options and resources available to meet your personal learning objectives.
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We’re taking things up a notch at the My Career Health Matters: Jobs and Skills Roadshow. Aside from the personal consultations you’ll receive from skills and career experts, there will also be job interviews conducted at the event. No registration required, simply bring your best self and ace the interview. Job openings include Building Manager, Engineer (Corporate Services), Finance Manager, and Staff Nurse.
Join AI workshops & learn from healthcare professionals
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Here’s a PSA to all aspiring technologist: the SkillsFuture Festival X Amazon Web Services (AWS) Roadshow will be hosting a tonne of interactive activities and hands-on learning opportunities, through which you can gain experience and learn about generative AI.
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On the other hand, those interested in the care economy such as the early childhood and healthcare industry can check out the Early Childhood Career and Learning Fair or Healthcare Jobs & Skills Roadshow.
There’s a slew of courses you can browse, from early childhood education, social work in healthcare to biomedical data sciences. You’ll get to speak to healthcare professionals too, and clarify any burning questions you may have.
There are multiple SFF @ CDC events happening around Singapore, where you can browse the showcase of careers available and skills training for the Digital, Green, and Care Economy. The Digital Economy refers to the impact of digitalisation in businesses, while the Green Economy details balancing environmentally-friendly business growth. The Care Economy is about jobs that cultivate and develop the society.
SkillsFuture Roadshow
Address: 1 HarbourFront Walk, VivoCity Atrium, Singapore 098585
Date: 11th-14th July 2024
Time: 11am-9pm
My Career Health Matters: Jobs and Skills Roadshow
Address: 1 Sengkang Square, Compass One Atrium, Singapore 545078
Date: 25th-28th July 2024
Time: 10.30am-8.30pm
SkillsFuture Festival X Amazon Web Services (AWS) Roadshow
Address: 3 Temasek Boulevard, Suntec Atrium (Convention Centre), Singapore 038983
Date: 2nd-4th August 2024
Time: 11am-9pm
Healthcare Jobs & Skills Roadshow
Address: 930 Yishun Avenue 2, Northpoint City, Singapore 769098
Date: 18th-19th July 2024
Time: 11am-8pm
Early Childhood Career and Learning Fair
Address: 930 Yishun Avenue 2, Northpoint City, Singapore 769098
Date: 20th-21st July 2024
Time: 11am-8pm
Level up at the SkillsFuture Festival 2024
There’s no doubt that learning new skills is daunting. But that shouldn’t hinder you from doing it. Make the most of the SkillsFuture Festival 2024 to absorb knowledge and advice from job professionals, so you can make informed decisions about your future.
If you’re heading down to the event, remember to quote <TheSmartLocal x SFF> or show this article to the staff at the roadshow. This will score you a free SkillsFuture gift too. See you there!
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