If you are a Singapore employer looking to build a stronger, more future-ready workforce without bearing the full cost of training and salaries, the Career Conversion Programme (CCP) could be one of the most impactful grants available to your business. Administered by Workforce Singapore (WSG), the CCP provides employers with up to 90% salary support when they hire and reskill mid-career individuals into new, growth-oriented roles.
In this complete guide, we break down everything you need to know about the CCP grant in 2025 — how it works, who qualifies, which mode is right for your business, and how to apply successfully.
What Is the CCP Grant?
The Career Conversion Programme is a workforce development initiative designed to help Singapore employers broaden their talent pool by tapping mid-career individuals who are transitioning into new industries or job roles. The programme provides structured on-the-job training with substantial government co-funding during the reskilling period.
WSG supports CCP across approximately 30 industry sectors, covering a wide range of in-demand roles aligned with Singapore’s economic transformation priorities. Whether you are in financial services, healthcare, technology, logistics, or retail, there is likely a CCP programme relevant to your sector.
“We have NEVER lost a CCP case. Our consultants know exactly what WSG looks for — and we make sure every application we submit meets that standard.”
— Augustin Lee, Founder, Supreme Solution Consultancy
The Three Modes of CCP
- Place-and-Train: Your company hires a mid-career jobseeker and puts them through structured on-the-job training to take on a new growth role. You receive up to 90% salary support during the training period.
- Attach-and-Train: Your company acts as a host employer, providing mid-career jobseekers with a structured work attachment in a growth role. Ideal for businesses that want to assess talent before committing to a full hire.
- Job Redesign (JR) Reskilling: Reskill your existing employees into new or transformed roles aligned with your sector's Jobs Transformation Map, with government co-funding to support the transition.
Eligibility Criteria
For Employers:
- Registered or incorporated in Singapore
- Able to offer an employment contract of at least one year for Place-and-Train and JR Reskilling modes
- Committed to the programme's training arrangements and administrative compliance requirements
For Mid-Career Individuals:
- Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident, minimum 21 years old
- Graduated or completed National Service for at least two years
- Career conversion required — new role must be substantially different from previous role (for new hires), or must be a growth role per the Jobs Transformation Map (for existing employees)
- Higher salary support available for mature workers aged 40 and above and long-term unemployed individuals
How to Apply for the CCP Grant
CCP applications are submitted through WSG’s Application Management System (AMS). Before you apply, you must identify the correct sector programme and confirm that your company and the intended employee meet all eligibility criteria.
This is where many employers run into difficulties. The documentation requirements are detailed, the training plan must be structured correctly, and any errors or gaps in the application can lead to delays or rejection. Working with an experienced grant consultant — like Supreme Solution Consultancy — significantly reduces this risk and ensures your application is positioned for approval from day one.
Key Funding Details
- Up to 90% salary support for eligible mid-career individuals during the training period
- Higher funding support for mature workers aged 40 and above
- Eligible under SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC) for additional subsidies
- Training periods typically range from 3 to 12 months depending on the programme and sector
