Up to $100,000 Subsidy Over 3 Years! Northern Branch of Taiwan's Ministry of Labor Launches AI and ESG Training with 20,000 Enrollment Slots

Are you stuck in your current job, unable to switch careers or earn a higher salary due to skill limitations? The Northern Branch of the Ministry of Labor's Workforce Development Agency has launched the second half of 2026 (115th year) 'Industry Talent Investment Scheme,' planning to offer over 900 training classes and more than 20,000 learning opportunities. Each worker can receive up to $100,000 in training subsidies over a three-year period, with 80% coverage for general participants and up to 100% for those meeting specific eligibility criteria. The courses cover AI applications, information security, and ESG net-zero sustainability, helping employed workers enhance their expertise and compete for high-paying positions.

Take 33-year-old engineer Mr. Liang, for example. Previously working as a system engineer at an IT services company, he was responsible for server maintenance and technical support. Observing the rapid digital transformation and widespread adoption of AI in enterprises, he noticed a growing demand for information security and risk management. He decided to systematically upgrade his skills, aiming to obtain the iPAS Information Security Engineer certification.

Through the Northern Branch's 'Industry Talent Investment Scheme,' Mr. Liang successively completed practical courses in information security management, Linux system administration, big data analytics, and AI applications. This continuous learning journey enabled him to successfully transition to a well-known listed company in Taiwan, where he now serves as an AI Security Governance Engineer, responsible for AI system security design and risk control. Not only has his professional expertise significantly improved, but his salary and career development prospects have also greatly increased.

Key Course Offerings for the Second Half of 2026: Up to $100,000 Subsidy and Four Major Focus Areas

The 'Industry Talent Investment Scheme' promoted by the Northern Branch of the Ministry of Labor's Workforce Development Agency encourages employed workers to pursue self-directed learning aligned with industry trends, building workplace capabilities through practical training. Trainees can receive up to $100,000 in subsidies within a three-year period. General participants receive 80% coverage of training fees, while those meeting specific qualifications can receive 100% full subsidies, effectively lowering the barrier to further education.

AI and Cybersecurity Series: Offers hardcore courses such as 'Information Security Policy and Linux Security Practices,' 'Professional Training for Information Security Management Systems,' 'From Network Protocols to Automated Cybersecurity Offense and Defense,' and 'AI Process Automation and Low-Code Applications.'

ESG and Net-Zero Sustainability Series: Includes 'Net-Zero Carbon Planning Management and Sustainable Development Practices,' 'ESG Net-Zero Sustainability Management,' and 'Sustainable Building Carbon Footprint,' precisely aligning with corporate decarbonization needs.

Forward-Looking Technology and Management Series: Offers diverse subjects such as PMP International Project Management, Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing, Smart Robotics, and Generative AI-Assisted 3D Printing.

The Northern Branch's second-half 2026 'Industry Talent Investment Scheme' courses are now being rolled out on the 'On-the-Job Training Website' (https://ojt.wda.gov.tw/). Trainees can select suitable courses based on their personal career plans. Whether you're an IT professional aiming to pass the iPAS Information Security Engineer certification or a job seeker planning to enter the green industry, you can directly log in to the 'On-the-Job Training Website' to search for courses and complete online registration, opening a new chapter of salary increases and career advancement.