Saudi Arabia’s new training paths to enhance skills in art, culture

Enthusiasts and professionals can enroll in courses to refine their skills and contribute to the cultural sector. (Twitter @NELC_SA)
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Updated 11 August 2024
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Saudi Arabia’s new training paths to enhance skills in art, culture

  • The scheme includes 30 pathways with almost 150 training programs covering culinary arts, theater, libraries, film, fashion, heritage, visual arts, literature, publishing and translation

RIYADH: The Saudi Ministry of Culture, in collaboration with the National eLearning Center, has introduced a new training pathways initiative in culture and arts, aligning with the cultural development strategy.

This scheme offers a range of training options across various cultural and artistic domains, and fosters a culture of continuous learning and growth, inspiring national talent in the cultural field, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

Enthusiasts and professionals can enroll in courses to refine their skills and contribute to the cultural sector.

To sign up, visit the National eLearning Platform “FutureX” via the link: https://forms.nelc.gov.sa/ar/moc_page.

As part of the training pathways, the ministry provides fully funded learning opportunities and the chance for participants to receive training from renowned global institutions.

The scheme includes 30 pathways with almost 150 training programs covering culinary arts, theater, libraries, film, fashion, heritage, visual arts, literature, publishing and translation. Training durations vary depending on the specific cultural focus.

 


New initiative to train 900 Saudis in media sector

Updated 17 February 2026
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New initiative to train 900 Saudis in media sector

  • The agreement caters for specialized media career days, English language programs tailored for the media and communications sector, and professional certification across various media fields

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Human Resources Development Fund has announced a strategic partnership with the SPA (Saudi Press Agency) Academy for News Training to train 900 job seekers for technical and specialized media careers.

The agreement caters for specialized media career days, English language programs tailored for the media and communications sector, and professional certification across various media fields.

These initiatives aim to enhance professional skills and improve the quality of media performance, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Tuesday.

Each program will run for 12 months, equipping participants with the technical and creative skills to meet the demands of the evolving media sector.

The initiative is expected to boost employment opportunities, support private sector growth by providing qualified personnel, and promote digital and media innovation.