Powering Careers in
Offshore Wind

Skillnet Offshore Wind Academy is dedicated to enhancing the skills and capabilities of Ireland’s workforce in the offshore wind energy sector, aligning with Ireland’s net-zero targets for 2050 and providing a pipeline of skilled workers for businesses operating in the sector.

Upcoming Courses

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JNCC MMO (Marine Mammal Observation)

March 26, 2026

Note: Dates to be confirmed based on numbers and availability from IWDG. The next intake…

Ornithology for Offshore Wind

March 26, 2026

This interdisciplinary course explores the ecological impacts of offshore wind energy infrastructure on marine/ coastal…

Fundamentals of Offshore Wind Energy

March 25, 2026

2026 course dates are confirmed and applications are now open. This micro-credential provides a multidisciplinary,…

What Our Past Students Say

This course was an excellent fit for me as a working professional and parent.
The online format made it fully accessible alongside my day job and family commitments. The quality of the lectures were great, and the lead lecturer was incredibly approachable and responsive. I especially appreciated the inclusion of guest speakers from across the marine renewable energy sector, which brought real-world insight and variety to the content. The course provided a solid grounding in the principles and structure of EIARs for offshore wind, with clear guidance on screening, scoping, and best practice for EIAR. It has definitely strengthened both my confidence and my professional network in the MRED field. I would highly recommend it to others in the marine or planning sectors.
Vera Quinlan
Marine Scientist INFOMAR Marine Institute
This course helped me understand the unique challenges that come with offshore wind – especially around risk management, permitting, and coordinating so many different stakeholders
I’ve worked in project management for a number of years, but mostly outside of renewables. The lecturers were excellent at connecting theory to what’s happening in real projects in Ireland and further afield. I also really valued the chance to meet others who are in a similar position, moving into offshore wind from different industries. It’s given me the confidence that my existing skills are transferable, and a much clearer idea of what employers in the sector are looking for.
Anonymous
Project Manager, Oil & Gas Sector.
The lecturers brought the material to life with practical examples, which made it easy to see how the concepts apply in real projects.
Coming from an onshore engineering background, I wanted to better understand the technical requirements of offshore wind. This course gave a clear overview of site investigations, foundation design, and how environmental forces impact turbine structures. It has definitely broadened my perspective and given me more confidence to engage with offshore specialists
Dave
Engineer, Onshore Wind Sector.
Green Rebel was proud to collaborate with the Skillnet Offshore Wind Academy and UCC to develop Ireland’s first Certificate in MetOcean for Offshore Wind Energy.
This programme will directly address a critical skills gap and created a pipeline of professionals with the expertise needed to support offshore wind development globally.
We strongly support continued investment in the Academy, which is delivering clear benefits for industry and helping Ireland meet its renewable energy ambitions.
Scott Wylie
Head of Wind & MetOcean Data, Green Rebel

About Us

Skillnet Offshore Wind Academy is Ireland’s dedicated national training initiative for offshore wind. Co-funded by Skillnet Ireland and backed by industry partners, we deliver high-impact, industry-informed training, designed to upskill workers across the offshore wind value chain. Ireland has committed to generating 37GW of offshore wind energy by 2050, requiring a skilled workforce which creates opportunities for professionals in sectors like onshore wind, construction, oil and gas, and marine to transition with the right training and support.

We bridge the skills gap by providing accessible, accredited training which is tailored to industry needs. These compact and flexible micro-credentials provide professionals in complementary sectors with the knowledge to transition into offshore wind energy, while accumulating credits towards valuable recognised qualifications.