Corey studied computing through Springboard+ at NCI.
About Springboard+
At National College of Ireland we have the opportunity to offer a number of free courses through the Springboard+ initiative and Human Capital Initiative (HCI). These initiatives address skills shortages in the workforce and so are funded by the government to improve Ireland's ability to fill job vacancies.
See what our Springboard+ graduates say about our courses...
Springboard+ Brochure
For more information on the Springboard+ courses starting in September 2024, please download the Springboard+ brochure.
Who can apply to Springboard+
Everyone can apply for a Springboard+ or HCI course regardless of your employment status. The courses remain free of charge for people who are currently unemployed. For applicants in employment there will be a fee of 10% of the contribution to the normal course fee. Visit the Springboard+ website for more information on eligibility criteria.
Springboard+ Courses
Please note that applications for NCI's Springboard+ and Human Capital Initiative (HCI) courses starting in September 2024 are now closed as all courses have reached full capacity.
Information on the courses running in September 2024 can be found here:
Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning
- Higher Diploma in Science in Computing (Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning) - 1 Year, Online.
- Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Artificial Intelligence - 1 Year, Blended/Online.
Blockchain
- Higher Diploma in Science in Computing (Blockchain) – 1 Year, Online.
Computing
- Certificate in Science in Computing – 1 Semester, Online.
Cybersecurity
- Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Cybersecurity – 1 Year, Blended/Online.
Data Analytics
- Higher Diploma in Science in Data Analytics – 1 Year, Blended/Online.
- Higher Diploma in Science in Data Analytics - 2 Years, Blended/Online.
- Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Data Analytics - 1 Year, Online
Software Development
- Higher Diploma in Science in Software Development – 1 Year, Online.
- Higher Diploma in Science in Software Development - 2 Years, Online.
Web Development
- Higher Diploma in Science in Web Development – 1 Year, Online.
How to Apply
Springboard+ and HCI course applications are processed on the Springboard+ website.
To get started, register your details on the website then click the Apply Now button on your chosen course page. Enter your details in all of the required fields and when complete, click the apply button. You will be able to login at any stage to check the status of your application. Further details are available on the How to Apply section on the Springboard+ website.
If you are being redirected to the HEA home page rather than to the Springboard website, this may be due to a system restriction incorporated on this site to block users who are trying to access from outside the state. Springboard can only be accessed within Ireland.
Please note that company servers and VPN can also give the appearance that users are attempting to access the site from outside the country.
Get in Contact
If you would like to get some more information about Springboard+ courses or HCI courses, please complete the form below and we will contact you.