Applications are now being accepted for the Women In Agriculture Practical Training Fund, funded by the Scottish Government. Look for the 'Women in Agriculture' badge on SkillSeeder for courses eligible for up to £500 of funding.
The Scottish Government is again supporting the Women in Agriculture Practical Training Fund, and applications are now being taken for 2022!
The Women in Agriculture Practical Training Fund has been established by Scottish Government to support the personal development of women, providing them with additional skills to progress their careers and employment opportunities in Scottish agriculture beyond their current role.
Courses eligible for funding can include: business skills; environmental and sustainability; health and safety; plants and animals; vehicles, machinery and equipment.
One of the key findings of research into women in farming and the agriculture sector was that there was a clear need for more access to, and uptake of, vocational, practical training for women across the industry.
In conjunction with the fund, SkillSeeder has worked with Lantra Scotland to create the SkillSeeder Women in Agriculture Badge, which makes it quick and easy for find an eligible training course!
Simply look for the badge, or click the link below to the SkillSeeder website to find a variety of courses compatible with the Women in Agriculture Practical Training Fund:
To find out more about the fund, and to apply, click here: https://www.scotland.lantra.co.uk/women-agriculture-practical-training-fund
Is your course Eligible for the Fund? Would you like to be assigned the badge?
Please get in touch! We are currently inviting training providers to get involved. Do you have a course, which you feel would be suitable for the Women in Agriculture Practical Training Fund? Please email the SkillSeeder team - we will be happy to assist you in listing your course on the platform, and acquiring the SkillSeeder Women in Agriculture Badge to accompany your listing. Simply email hello@skillseeder.com to get started.