
Business Funding Support
Ayrshire College is committed to helping you access the training you need for your business to thrive. Here you can explore the latest business funds and grants available to upskill your workforce.

Ayrshire Skills Investment Fund
Ayrshire College proudly partners with the Ayrshire Skills Investment Fund (ASIF) as its first official training partner. The £3.5 million fund, launched in October as part of the Ayrshire Growth Deal, offers bespoke, funded courses to support businesses and learners across the region.
ASIF focuses on skills development in key growth sectors such as Engineering, Digital, Clean Growth and the Visitor Economy. The fund will help employers grow and develop their employees and increase skills for Ayrshire residents, linking them to growth sectors and employment opportunities.
Our Business Engagment and Innovation Officers are available to assist employers interested in applying for up to £1,800 per staff member (subject to eligibility criteria) to bridge skills gaps and boost workforce capabilities.

Scottish Enterprise
Scottish Enterprise are a national economic development agency that can offer support, helping businesses find and access funding opportunities
Local authority economic development
We work in partnership with local council areas as part of an economic development plan to support local businesses. You can find out more about what council area offers by visiting their websites.
Talk to us about your needs
For further information about how to use these funding opportunities for staff training, please get in touch with our Business Engagement and Innovation team today