WHAT IS UTAP?

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UTAP is a training benefit for NTUC members to defray the cost of training. This benefit is to encourage more NTUC members to go for further skills upgrading.

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NTUC members enjoy 50%   unfunded course fee support for up to $250 each year when you can sign up for  courses supported under UTAP. NTUC members aged 40 and above can enjoy higher funding support up to $500 per individual each year, capped at 50% of unfunded course fees, for courses attended between 1 July 2020 to 31 December 2025.

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Unfunded course fee refers to the balance course fee payable after applicable government subsidy. This excludes GST, registration fees, misc. fees etc.

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Who can apply?

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All NTUC members can apply for UTAP. However, the following criteria must be met to qualify for UTAP:

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• Paid-up NTUC membership before course commenced, throughout whole course duration and at the point of claim

• Courses by training provider must be supported under UTAP, and training must be commence within the supported period

• Courses must not be fully funded through company sponsorship or other types of funding

• You must achieve a minimum of 75% attendance for each application and sat for all prescribed examinations(s), if any

• UTAP application must be submitted within 6 months after course completion

 

How do I check my NTUC membership status?

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You may check your NTUC membership status by calling 6213 8008 and select the following options:

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• Press 1 for member

• Provide your NRIC number

• Press 1 again to check your membership status

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How to apply for UTAP?

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Step 1: Click on 'Search Course' under the "Skills Upgrade Available" tab to find out if the course and training provider is supported under UTAP.

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Step 2: Register for course with training provider and attend training. For course information and enrolment, please contact the training provider.

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Step 3: Login to the U Portal account to submit the UTAP application. NTUC Members should apply for their UTAP claim within 6 months after course ends. Late applications will be rejected.

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Useful Info

 

• ​​To support your UTAP claim, you may be requested to submit a copy of your course certificate/tax invoice/statement of attendance via email. Please ensure that you keep a copy of your supporting documents for audit checks when necessary.

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• Before applying for UTAP, please ensure your training commences within the supported period. Application of UTAP on training that starts after the expiry date will be rejected.

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• Only Ordinary Branch (OB), General Branch (GB) and OB/UCLUB members who are paying $117/year will be eligible.

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NTUC Member's Hub

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Enquiry on Membership Matters

 

You can enquire regarding membership matters through the following channels:

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• Live Chat

• Online FAQ

• Membership Hotline: 6213 8008                                                                                                       

(Monday - Friday 9.00am to 5.30pm and Saturday 9.00am to 12.30pm)

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