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Techscaler Startup Next Steps
Start-up founders and senior team members can take this free practical course to help them scale a live product. The deadline to apply is 16 December. Find out more here.
Powering Futures – The Tayside Circular Economy Challenge
The Challenge aims to support young people (aged 16-24) in businesses and organisations as they develop circular solutions to challenges. Find out more here.
Renfrewshire Council Business Training Support Grant
Up to £2,000 is available to businesses in Renfrewshire involved in manufacturing or business-to-business services, to help cover employer and employee training that's required as part of a specific business development project. Find out more here.
Women in Forestry Practical Training Fund
Women in Scotland who wish to pursue or progress their career within the forestry sector can get funded training courses. Find out more here.
Tay Cities SME Skills Fund
Small to medium sized businesses throughout the Tay Cities region can access a £5,000 grant to up-skill or re-skill their workforces. Find out more here.
Pathways to Scale
This free Scottish Enterprise programme has space for 10 to 12 women who lead established start-up businesses. The deadline to apply is 11:59 pm on Sunday 4 August 2024. Find out more here.
Change Mental Health Rural Connections
Free funded introductory mental health awareness training is available from Change Mental Health for rural organisations and businesses with less than 50 members of staff. Find out more here.
HIE New Product Development Programme
For established businesses in the Highlands and Islands to bring a new product or service to market. Find out more here.
Next Generation Practical Training Fund
This fund, managed by Lantra, aims to support new entrants to farming (less than 5 years) by providing up to £500 per course.
Find out more here.