Looking for interesting skillsfuture courses to use your credits on?
We understand that not everyone wants to pick up a programming language, graphic design, or even how to manage negative customers…
Which can be difficult to dedicate loads of time and effort to learning a new skill,
Which is why we’ve put together this list of fun & interesting Skillsfuture courses you can use your Skillsfuture credits on!
But right now you might be wondering,
“How many Skillsfuture credits do I have?”
All Singaporeans at the age of 25 receive $500 worth of Skillsfuture Credit that can be used for a wide range of interesting Skillsfuture courses,
And if you turned 25 before or were 40-60 in 2020 you get an additional $500 (Which will expire on 31 Dec 2025)
And now, onto our list of interesting Skillsfuture courses for you to try out!
1.Wine Tasting
It’s not everyday you can claim money from the government for drinking which definitely one of the most interesting Skillsfuture courses out there,
You can learn to become a wine connoisseur by learning about the various wine regions, types, and even grape varieties!
These courses also cover how to accurately taste & evaluate wine, food pairing, and even how to correctly open and serve wine, as well as how to safely store wine!
Check out the list of Wine Tasting courses available here.
2. Flower Arrangement
For guys or girls who want to do something special for their significant other,
Both Western & Oriental styles of flower arrangement courses are offered by a range of vendors!
There are even specialty courses by official Floral Design schools if you’re thinking of turning it into a money-making side hustle!
Who knows, you might just surprise yourself & your loved ones with your flower arrangement finesse!
Flower Arrangement is definitely an interesting Skillsfuture course you should try out if you have some time on your hands!
Check out the list of Flower Arrangement Courses here.
3. First Aid, CPR & AED
A massively overlooked but one of the most useful & interesting Skillsfuture courses you can take is in Standard First Aid with CPR & AED.
You’ll not only learn how to apply cardiopulmonary resuscitation and use the Automated External Defibrillator with ease,
But also how to stay calm in emergency situations, take immediate actions, and treat heat disorders, fractures, poisonings, burns, and bleeding wounds with basic first aid!
There are also specialised courses in Child First Aid, Workplace Safety, and Psychological First Aid!
Check out the full list of First Aid & CPR Courses here.
4. Electrical Appliance Repair
Want to save money on electrical appliances / household electrical repairs by doing it yourself?
There are courses that will teach you to diagnose & repair common faults in electrical appliances such as:
- Circuit Breakers
- Fans
- Kettles
- Clothes Iron
- Hair Dryer
In just 7 hours, basic repair skills such as wire splicing, soldering, hot air rework and shrink tubing will be taught,
You’ll also go through simple electrical safety & theory to help you more effectively manage your household electrical appliances!
Check out the full list of electrical repair courses here.
5. Perfume Making
Probably one of the most interesting Skillsfuture courses on this list,
Perfume Making is all about identifying scents and recognizing ‘fragrance families’,
The course also covers how to personalise your very own scent for any occasion – which makes it perfect for work, social gatherings, and even dates!
Check out the courses on Perfume Making here.
6. Specialty Coffee
An interesting skillsfuture course any coffee lover will enjoy,
Speciality coffee preparation is all about understanding the types of coffee beans and the unique processing methods of coffee beans as well as:
- Types of tools and equipment for coffee making
- Maintenance of coffee-making equipment
- Types, characteristics, functions and quality indicators of ingredients used to brew specialty coffees
- Grinding methods for different coffee-makers
- Recipes and methods for preparing different types of specialty coffees
In this course, you’ll even how to properly steam milk (for those with a sweet tooth), and types of coffee glassware and identifying quality coffees are all covered!
So if you’re a caffeine addled individual like myself, specialty coffee is definitely an interesting skillsfuture course you’ll want to go through!
Discover more about Specialty Coffee making in these courses!
7. WordPress Website Design
While it doesn’t sound at all like a very interesting Skillsfuture course to take,
Did you know that over 40% of ALL websites are built on WordPress?
Whether you want to build a website for work, or create your own portfolio or launch an online business,
You can attend a WordPress website design course to familiarise yourself with:
- The WordPress interface
- How to create a basic website without the need for coding
- How to style it according to your preferences
- Making it user friendly & managing plugins to meet the demands of your website!
Get a full list of WordPress courses here!
8. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Acupuncture
Ever wondered how TCM really works?
There are courses actively promoting understanding of TCM & Acupuncture theory,
Particularly Ear Acupuncture, and how to identify acupoints on the body’s meridians,
So you can apply acupuncture practically to common illnesses such as headaches and insomnia!
Learn more about TCM & Acupuncture in these courses!
9. Basic Car Maintenance
Whether you own a car or not, being able to diagnose and repair car problems is a skill anyone can put to good use,
At a fully equipped automotive repair shop, you’ll learn the full operations of car engines, and the workings of brakes, steering and suspension, and electrical systems.
These courses also aim to equip you with basic car care routine and repair skills (yes, that includes changing tyres).
Even if you don’t own a car – you’re bound to know someone who does, or just stay equipped to lend a helping hand whenever you see someone having car troubles!
See the full list of car repair courses here.
10. Understanding The Litigation Process
Worried about getting into legal difficulties?
Hopefully not, but in case you’re curious as to the inner workings of how civil litigation works,
You can attend a course that introduces you to the fundamentals of the litigation process in Singapore,
As well as what principles & procedures one needs to understand when involved in a litigation process.
From the start of legal proceedings all the way to the enforcement of judgements, this is definitely an interesting skillsfuture course you can consider!
So that’s the end of our list – did you find a course you’d want to take but never thought of?
Let us know in the comments below!
Stay safe and happy learning!
