The Singapore government pays for most of the cost of our WSQ courses through the Skills Development Fund (SDF). Depending on who you are, SkillsFuture funding, the SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit, SkillsFuture Credit, Absentee Payroll and NTUC's UTAP can bring an Intellisoft course down to a few dollars, or nothing at all. Here's what you can claim, and what you'll actually pay.
Not sure which grants you qualify for? We'll work it out for you.
Tell us the course you're interested in and whether you're booking for your company or yourself. We'll reply within one working day with the grants you can use and your final price.
What is SDF funding?
SDF stands for Skills Development Fund. Every employer in Singapore pays the Skills Development Levy (SDL) for each employee, and the levy goes into the SDF. SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) uses the fund to pay training grants, including the course fee funding and Absentee Payroll below. You don't apply to the SDF yourself: when you book an SSG-funded course with us, the funding is taken off the invoice.
Which training grants can you use?
| Grant | Who it's for | What you get | |
|---|---|---|---|
| For companies sending staff | |||
| WSQ / SkillsFuture course fee funding | Singapore Citizen and PR employees | 50% of the course fee, or 70% for SMEs | Details → |
| SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC) | Eligible employers, until 30 Nov 2026 | 90% of the remaining fee, up to $10,000 | Details → |
| Absentee Payroll | Employers of SC/PR staff on SSG-funded courses | $4.50 back for every training hour | Details → |
| For individuals paying for themselves | |||
| WSQ / SkillsFuture course fee funding | Singapore Citizens and PRs aged 21+ | 50% of the course fee, or 70% for Citizens aged 40+ | Details → |
| SkillsFuture Credit | Singapore Citizens aged 25+ | $500 to pay the balance, so you may pay $0 in cash | Details → |
| UTAP | NTUC members | 50% of the fee you pay, up to $250 a year ($500 if 40+) | Details → |
What you pay for our most popular WSQ courses
Prices after SkillsFuture course fee funding, per person, including 9% GST (GST is charged on the full course fee). Companies with SFEC, and individuals with SkillsFuture Credit or UTAP, can bring these down further.
| Course | Duration | Full fee before GST | After funding SME staff / SC 40+ (70%) | After funding Others (50%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AI, Copilot and Agentic AI | ||||
| Build Agentic AI Apps with Claude Code & Codex | 2 days | $1,200 | $468 $360 + GST | $708 $600 + GST |
| Create Agentic AI Automations Without Coding | 2 days | $1,000 | $390 $300 + GST | $590 $500 + GST |
| Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) with Copilot | 3 days | $980 | $382.20 $294 + GST | $578.20 $490 + GST |
| ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot & New AI Tools for Productivity | 2 days | $750 | $292.50 $225 + GST | $442.50 $375 + GST |
| Microsoft 365 Copilot Use Cases for Your Workforce | 1 day | $750 | $292.50 $225 + GST | $442.50 $375 + GST |
| Data, Excel, Python and Automation | ||||
| Data Analytics with Excel & Power BI | 2 days | $500 | $195 $150 + GST | $295 $250 + GST |
| Python Programming Fundamentals | 2 days | $600 | $234 $180 + GST | $354 $300 + GST |
| Mastering Power Apps & Power Automate | 2 days | $1,200 | $468 $360 + GST | $708 $600 + GST |
| Basic-Intermediate Excel 365 | 2 days | $500 | $195 $150 + GST | $295 $250 + GST |
| Advanced Excel | 3 days | $750 | $292.50 $225 + GST | $442.50 $375 + GST |
| Design | ||||
| Master Canva Designs | 2 days | $800 | $312 $240 + GST | $472 $400 + GST |
| Soft Skills | ||||
| Communicate with Confidence | 2 days | $560 | $218.40 $168 + GST | $330.40 $280 + GST |
| Deliver Impactful Business Presentations | 2 days | $600 | $234 $180 + GST | $354 $300 + GST |
| Effective Business Negotiation | 2 days | $700 | $273 $210 + GST | $413 $350 + GST |
| Uplifting Customer Service Culture | 1 day | $300 | $117 $90 + GST | $177 $150 + GST |
| Time Management | 1 day | $450 | $175.50 $135 + GST | $265.50 $225 + GST |
Funding applies to Singapore Citizens and PRs who attend at least 75% of the course and pass the assessment. Click a course for class dates.
How to sign up with funding
- Choose a course and date. Pick from the list above, or tell us what skills you need and we'll recommend one.
- Register with us. Companies register staff as company-sponsored. Individuals register as self-sponsored. Funding is taken off the invoice, so you only pay the balance.
- Use your credits. Companies claim SFEC and Absentee Payroll after the course. Individuals can pay the balance with SkillsFuture Credit, or claim UTAP if they are NTUC members.
- Attend and pass. Funding requires at least 75% attendance and passing the assessment, which our trainers prepare you for.
Why train with Intellisoft
Government agencies, MNCs and SMEs have trained with Intellisoft for over 23 years. Classes are hands-on and led by certified trainers, so your team can use what they learn the next day.
Training grants: frequently asked questions
How much funding can I get for a WSQ course?
Singapore Citizens and PRs get 50% of the course fee funded. Singapore Citizens aged 40 and above, and employees sponsored by an SME, get 70%.
Can I pay for the rest with SkillsFuture Credit?
Yes, if you are a Singapore Citizen aged 25 or above. After funding, you can use your $500 SkillsFuture Credit to pay the balance of most of our courses, so many learners pay nothing in cash. See our SkillsFuture Credit guide.
What training grants can my company claim for employees?
Course fee funding (50%, or 70% for SMEs), the SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit for 90% of the remaining fee until 30 November 2026, and Absentee Payroll of $4.50 per training hour.
Are all your WSQ courses eligible for funding?
Yes. Every WSQ course we run is SSG-funded, and all of them are also eligible for SFEC and UTAP.
Do foreigners get funding?
No. SkillsFuture course fee funding and the credits on this page are for Singapore Citizens and PRs (SkillsFuture Credit is for Citizens only). Foreigners can still attend at the full course fee.
Is GST covered by the grants?
No. Funding is calculated on the course fee before GST, and GST (9%) is charged on the full course fee, not on the amount after funding. For example, Python Programming Fundamentals is $180 after 70% funding, plus $54 GST (9% of $600), so you pay $234.
What happens if I miss classes or fail the assessment?
Funding is only given if you attend at least 75% of the course and pass the assessment. Otherwise the full course fee may be payable. Our trainers give you practice and support before the assessment.
What does SDF stand for?
SDF stands for Skills Development Fund. Employers pay the Skills Development Levy (SDL) for every employee, and the levy goes into the SDF. SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) uses the fund to pay training grants, such as WSQ course fee funding and Absentee Payroll.
Can I use SDF funding for your courses?
Yes. Every WSQ course we run is SSG-funded, so Singapore Citizens and PRs get 50% of the course fee paid, or 70% for SMEs and Citizens aged 40 and above. You don't apply to the SDF yourself: register with us and the funding is taken off the invoice.
Is SDF funding the same as SkillsFuture Credit?
No. SDF course fee funding is a grant that reduces the course fee. SkillsFuture Credit is $500 in the account of each Singapore Citizen aged 25 or above, and you can use it to pay the balance after funding.
How do I start?
Fill in the form on this page or call 6250 3575. Tell us the course and whether you are a company or an individual, and we'll confirm exactly what you will pay.
Questions about training grants? Ask us.
A training consultant will reply within one working day. You can also call 6250 3575, WhatsApp 9066 9991 or email training@intellisoft.com.sg.
Sources: SkillsFuture Singapore, Enterprise Singapore, GoBusiness, NTUC. Last checked October 2026. Scheme rules are set by the government and NTUC and can change, so check with us before you rely on a figure.