Our training programmes and events are informed by industry engagement to meet current and future skills needs. Our goal is to deliver impactful learning experiences to design leaders and practioners so that they can better understand, manage and shape their careers and business performance.
Why become a member of Design Skillnet?
- Breakfast briefings, Workshops, and many complementary Seminars and Events
- Post Graduate Professional Education and training programmes
- Design Leaders Conference
- Bespoke and in-house tailored solutions- substantially subsidised
Who can and cannot benefit from the Design Skillnet?
- Designers working in Ireland and Design Professionals
- Design and Creative agencies
- Businesses with in-house design teams
- Public sector organisations, charities or not-for-profit organisations
So how can I become a Design Skillnet member?
Complete the form below for individual membership or contact us directly at info@designskillnet.ie for business membership options.
Current IDI members and ICAD members are automatically members of Design Skillnet.
Who is IDI?
The Institute of Designers in Ireland is the professional body of designers working across disciplines and across the island of Ireland. The Government, clients and professional bodies recognise the IDI as…
Become an IDI member
Who is ICAD?
The Institute of Creative Advertising and Design (ICAD) is a non-profit, membership organisation with the aim of supporting creative excellence in Irish advertising and design for those working within the industry.
Become an ICAD memberAny questions?
If you’re not sure if you meet these criteria or have any queries, please get in touch via the form below.
Upcoming Training Events
Read moreDesign Leaders Conference 2020
Design Leaders Conference is a half-day virtual symposium with a series of international speakers in the morning, with live Q&A’s and breakout sessions followed by workshops and live panels in the afternoon.
Read moreLeading Change in Times of Disruption
In this two-part online workshop incorporating discussions, breakout exercises and “hands on” assignments, we’ll learn how to apply design thinking techniques to lead or manage change during challenging times.
Read moreDesign Management Professional Diploma
Developed for busy working professional designers and design function managers (not all design managers are designers) to empower them to take their business and careers to the next level.
Read moreDesigns on Growth
An innovative learning and development response providing owner/managers with best practice business management skills to support sustainability and increase revenue in their business.
Read moreProfessional Diploma in UX Design
A unique 6-month programme for Designers and Creatives, combining online learning and live webinars to further develop business skills and build successful careers.
Read moreAgency Development | Jonathan Kirk
Jonathan Kirk, founder of Up to the Light, will deliver a series of 3 half day workshops in our next series including a 1:1 mentoring session.