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Application window closed 18 August 2024. The stored grant name is 'Flexible AI Upskilling Fund'; the page title is 'AI Upskilling fund: (closed to applications)' — same program, slightly different name. This was a one-off pilot scheme.
Flexible AI Upskilling Fund is sponsored by UK Department of Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT). This £7. 4 million fund supports small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) in enhancing their employees' AI skills to drive innovation and efficiency.
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AI Upskilling fund: (closed to applications) - GOV.UK AI Upskilling fund: (closed to applications) The AI Upskilling fund pilot scheme will support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by match-funding AI skills training for their employees.
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We recently announced a £7. 4 million pilot scheme to subsidise the cost of AI skills training for SMEs in the Professional Business Services sector. Of this, £6.
4 million of grant funding is available. Eligible businesses can apply for up to 50% of the cost of AI skills training. This training should support employees to develop their technical skills and/or understanding of AI , helping them develop, deploy, or use AI in their role.
This guidance includes information about the AI Upskilling fund pilot scheme and the application process. Last updated 22 August 2024 data-module="ga4-event-tracker" data-ga4-event='{"event_name":"select_content","type":"content history","section":"Footer"}' data-ga4-expandable> + show all updates AI Upskilling fund closed to applications. Added details of a drop-in webinar on Wednesday 14 August 2024.
Added a step-by-step walkthrough video of the application process. Application window extended until 18 August 2024. Guidance document and expected timeframes updated.
Flexible AI Upskilling Fund pilot now open for applications: guidance and new privacy notice published. Information added for training providers to register their interest to get updates on the pilot. Expression of Interest for training providers privacy notice published.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) registered to operate in the UK, employing between one and 249 UK staff, and meeting the SME Action Plan's definition of an SME. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Flexible AI Upskilling Fund is funded by UK Department of Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
Start with the full solicitation document linked on this page — it contains the submission instructions and required forms.
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