UPSKILL WITH SECBA
Practical training designed to help you thrive in today’s industries
Cross Border Learning Hub
Through an easy-to-explore hub, individuals and employers can search for fully-funded courses from Dundalk Institute of Technology (DkIT), Southern Regional College (SRC), Cavan Institute and Monaghan Institute.
SECBA (South East Cross Boarder Alliance) courses are designed to help individuals and employers build skills for the future and are funded through PEACEPLUS.
Who are these courses for?
Individuals
For learners, it’s a place to discover funded courses whether you’re starting out, re-skilling or looking to take the next step.
SECBA offers learning opportunities which are relevant to high-growth sectors such as business, sport, software and biopharma
EMPLOYERS
For employers, it’s a simple way to find funded courses and build your workforce with confidence.
SECBA helps you explore relevant courses that can strengthen the people in your business and feedback loops throughout the programme will ensure that the courses remain relevant for your organisation.
How it Works
1. Explore
Search by area of interest or sector to find courses that match your interests. www.secba.org
2. Apply
Navigate to the education provider directly through the platform.
3. Learn
Qualifications recognised in both Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland.
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SECBA (South East Cross Boarder Alliance) courses are designed to help individuals and employers build skills for the future and are funded through PEACEPLUS.
Laboratory skills for Industry
This course builds confidence in modern laboratory environments through hands‑on training and essential safety practices. Learners will master core techniques such as distillation, chromatography, titration, and advanced biological analysis, while developing practical expertise in microbiology, protein work, and DNA separation. Designed to meet industry standards, the programme equips participant
Introduction to Programming and Software Design
Learn the foundations of software development through hands‑on projects. Master algorithms, syntax, and modular design while building clean, efficient programs. With teamwork, debugging, and version control, you’ll gain the skills to create reliable software solutions
Integrated Fitness Instruction for Health and Wellness
This course blends theory and practice to help you design, lead, and evaluate fitness programmes across a variety of disciplines. You’ll explore how the body responds to exercise, develop skills in movement, flexibility, conditioning, resistance, and exercise to music, and apply principles of training and lifestyle management. Whether your focus is personal training, group instruction, or general wellness, you’ll gain the expertise to inspire active living in any setting.
Chemical Awareness for Laboratory
This course provides a solid foundation in chemical principles, covering atomic structure, bonding, reaction mechanisms, and organic chemistry. Learners gain practical experience through titrations, pH control, solution preparation, and analytical techniques, while developing a strong awareness of laboratory safety and regulatory standards. With a focus on real‑world chemical processes, the programme equips participants with the knowledge and skills needed to support quality control, formulation, and process development in pharmaceutical manufacturing
Image Processing Tools and Techniques
This module introduces learners to the creative world of digital image processing, where modern hardware and software tools are used to capture, enhance, and transform visuals. Students will apply web technologies such as HTML and CSS to present and share projects that meet international standards, while developing the expertise to deliver image‑based work that is both technically precise and visually engaging.
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If you have any questions, please get in touch. You can apply online through our website. We have an FAQ page, and course fees are easily accessible.