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Skills Accelerator
Skills Accelerator
In response to rapidly evolving global trends in the skills landscape, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development, in collaboration with the Human Capacity Development Program, has developed the Skills Acceleration Initiative. This initiative aims to enhance the competence of Saudi employees in priority sectors that contribute significantly to GDP through various training solutions and programs designed to the highest standards to elevate their skills.
To develop skills and enhance professional performance
A portal that supports the measurement, assessment, and development of skills, and provides training programs, accredited certifications, and career recommendations that help enhance performance and improve professional readiness.
Skills Assessment • Training Programs and Accredited Certifications • Expert Recommendations
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Your Journey Toward Greater Readiness
Steady steps toward excellence, professionalism, and full readiness.
Let your skills speak for themselves
Combine your skills, training, and certifications into a unified record that reflects your professional development and supports your future opportunities.
The skills portfolio provides a comprehensive record of your educational and professional achievements that can be accessed and shared easily. By documenting your training, certifications, and badges in one place, you create a portfolio that reflects your readiness and gives employers a clearer picture of your capabilities and development path.
Showcase your achievements with confidence
Obtain certificates and skill badges that document what you have learned and give your achievements clear professional value.
With each training course, your progress becomes more evident through certificates and badges that reflect your acquired skills and level of development. These badges help you build a stronger professional portfolio, demonstrating your abilities to employers in a credible way that enhances your professional presence and supports your future opportunities.
Develop your skills for the future
Join training programs designed to meet your professional needs and the skills required in promising sectors.
The platform helps you move from identifying skill gaps to bridging them through training paths linked to your assessment results and labor market trends. This allows you to invest your time in learning practical skills that enhance your competitiveness, support your development in your current job, or prepare you for new career opportunities.
Assess your skills readiness
Start with a smart assessment that identifies your current skills and highlights opportunities for development based on the requirements of your profession and the labor market.
This step gives you a clear starting point for understanding your current career position and what you need to become better prepared for the future. By analyzing your skills gaps, you can focus on the skills that will have the greatest impact on your career path and make development decisions based on actual needs rather than random choices.
What Trainees Say
Verified reviews from trainees who have completed the programs — no filtering, no pre-selection
Mohammed Al-Suwaid
Warehouse Manager — Al-Jazoor Arab Company
“A wonderful program that encourages citizens to improve their operational efficiency in their fields of work. Many thanks to the Kingdom and its leaders for this free support for its citizens—which is to be expected of them. Onward, Mahara Portal! We extend our deepest thanks and gratitude to you.”
4 Stars
منصور الصعنون
Project Manager — Al-Samhaniya Real Estate Development Company
“The experience was unique and very beneficial, and it helped deepen my understanding of the fundamentals of artificial intelligence and its practical applications. I appreciate the efforts made to present the content in a clear and organized manner. I look forward to more advanced and in-depth courses in this field, given their significant impact on skill development and keeping pace with rapid advancements.”
5 Stars
Maryam Mohsen Al-Harbi
Environmental Specialist — Central Ramal Environmental Services Foundation
“I discovered this portal by chance. Valuable platforms like this need to be promoted, and university students need to be made aware of their importance, so that when students graduate, they have skills that enhance the value of their resumes when they enter the job market.
I graduated five years ago, and for all this time, I’ve been looking for reputable platforms through which I can develop my skills in my field.
Please accept my sincere appreciation and respect.”
5 Stars
Rana Saleh Al-Harthi
Database Programmer • Al-Adl Documentation Group for Real Estate Development and Investment
“I benefited greatly from the course. It was full of information, and I will work on applying everything I learned in the workplace, God willing. I am very grateful to you and to the Skills Gateway.”
5 Stars
Dalal Ibn Aboud
Contact Person • Al-Qasi International Contracting Company
“An excellent program. I gained new information and added to my skills. I hope you will focus more on artificial intelligence from a legal perspective, as it is also one of the requirements of the Vision, as well as how to address corruption crimes. Thank you, and thanks to Professor Ali Al-Fifi. May God reward him and allow others to benefit from his knowledge.”
5 Stars
Shaima Al-Zahrani
Accountant • Saleh Abbas Medical Complex
“It was a truly wonderful course. Thanks be to God, I was able to understand all the fundamental concepts of artificial intelligence in healthcare that had previously raised questions for me. I was curious about developments in artificial intelligence and how it could be used in the healthcare sector where I work. The course was very rich in information and ideas and facilitated the exchange of opinions and experiences among the trainees, all under the guidance of the excellent trainer, Dr. Ali Al-Othman. My sincere thanks to him for his time and effort, and my deepest gratitude to the Skills Gateway, which was created in response to the urgent need of private-sector employees for training, skills enhancement, and development, something we greatly lack in the Al-Baha region. May God bless these efforts. We hope that more courses will continue to be offered in the region so that the largest possible number of employees in this sector may benefit.”
5 Stars
Ashwaq Faisal Al Mansour
Human Resources Development Manager • Wadi Al-Abraqeen Contracting Company, Sole Proprietorship
“Thank you for all your efforts in career development and motivating employees to develop their skills. The good thing about the course content is that it is entirely visual, consisting of videos rather than written material. Reading can sometimes be distracting and cause boredom. I hope all courses will follow this style. May God reward you.”
5 Stars
Mohsen Sharif Al-Fifi
Security Guard • National Security Services Company
“Thank you for this wonderful and enriching course. We gained many important skills and areas of knowledge that will help us develop our abilities and improve our performance.”
5 Stars
Bandar Al-Juaid
Occupational Health and Safety Supervisor • Saudi Binladin Group Limited
“Thank you for the training and courses that we can use to develop ourselves in our work. My regards to you.”
4 Stars
Majed Al-Shayqi
Translator • Saudi Telecom Company
“Honestly, we benefited greatly. The way I use artificial intelligence has changed. Thank you.”
5 Stars
Do you have any questions?
The most common questions trainees ask before registering
Are the training programs subsidized?
Yes, the training programs offered through the Skills Accelerator are fully funded by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development. They aim to empower Saudi talent and develop their skills in line with the needs of the labor market.
Are all training programs delivered in person?
No, the delivery method for training programs varies depending on the nature of the program; there are in-person, virtual, and remote programs available.
Is prior experience required to enroll in the programs?
Admission requirements vary from program to program, and you can review the terms and requirements for each program before registering.
Is it possible to register for more than one training program?
Beneficiaries can enroll in programs that are appropriate for them, in accordance with the eligibility criteria and requirements specific to each program
Is there a pre-training or post-training assessment for the training programs?
Some programs may include pre- and post-assessments to measure knowledge and skills, track progress, and evaluate the achievement of training objectives.
Will I receive a certificate after completing the program?
All trainees receive certificates of program completion, provided they meet the requirements. The type of certificate and the process for obtaining it are outlined in the details of each training program.
How do I choose the appropriate training program?
The training program best suited for you is recommended based on your selected sector. You can use the skills assessment results and recommendations available on the portal to choose programs that align with your professional needs and development goals.
What should I do if I encounter a problem while registering or using the platform?
You can contact the technical support team through the communication channels available on the portal to get the help you need.
Can the platform be used at any time?
Yes, beneficiaries can review the training programs and register for the available programs according to the registration deadlines specified for each program.
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