Funding Available for IRCA Certified Training
Are you currently working, or have you recently worked, in Scotland’s oil and gas industry and considering your next career move?
You may be eligible for financial support towards industry-recognised training through the Skills Development Scotland Oil and Gas Transition Training Fund 2026/27.
QHSE Aberdeen can support eligible applicants with IRCA-certified management systems training as part of their approved training programme.
What is the Oil and Gas Transition Training Fund?
The Oil and Gas Transition Training Fund is administered by Skills Development Scotland (SDS) and is designed to help eligible oil and gas workers develop the skills required to transition into growing sectors of the Scottish economy.
The 2026/27 fund supports eligible workers looking to transition into areas including:
- Clean and sustainable energy
- Wider decarbonisation
- Advanced manufacturing
- Life sciences
- Defence
IRCA Certified Training with QHSE Aberdeen
For professionals moving from oil and gas into new industries, recognised management systems qualifications can provide valuable transferable skills.
QHSE Aberdeen offers IRCA-certified training in areas including:
ISO 9001 – Quality Management Systems
Develop internationally recognised quality management and auditing skills applicable across manufacturing, energy, engineering, defence and the wider supply chain.
ISO 14001 – Environmental Management Systems
Develop environmental management and auditing knowledge relevant to organisations operating within renewable energy, sustainability and the wider transition to a lower-carbon economy.
ISO 45001 – Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems
Build recognised occupational health and safety management and auditing skills that are transferable across energy, engineering, manufacturing and other safety-critical industries.
Could my training be funded?
Funding is subject to individual eligibility and approval by Skills Development Scotland.
Applicants must demonstrate how their proposed training will help them develop the skills required to move into an eligible new role or sector.
Applicants should therefore apply for funding and receive approval before booking or commencing their training.
Why choose IRCA-certified training?
IRCA-certified auditor training provides a recognised pathway for professionals wishing to develop management system and auditing competence.
For experienced oil and gas professionals, these skills can complement existing technical, operational, QHSE and management experience when pursuing opportunities in new industries.
Interested in applying?
If you’re considering an IRCA-certified ISO 9001, ISO 14001 or ISO 45001 course through the Transition Training Fund, contact QHSE Aberdeen to discuss your training requirements and obtain the course information and quotation required for your application.
Applications and decisions regarding eligibility and funding are handled directly by Skills Development Scotland.
Contact us first to discuss your training requirements and obtain a course quotation for your Transition Training Fund application.
Contact QHSE Aberdeen today to discuss which IRCA-certified course could support your next career move.
