Chart 57 Motivations for attending training among training participants by labour force status, 2025

Employed persons showed stronger motivations to attend training for job effectiveness and growth. 57.3% and 49.3% of employed training participants cited improved work productivity and career prospects, with 54.3% and 41.9% of unemployed training participants attending training for enhanced employability and to attain required certifications respectively, compared to a corresponding 35.7% and 30.8% of employed training participants. to 60.3%). Training participation rate also remained the lowest for seniors aged 50 to 64 (44.5%), Source:Supplementary Survey on Adult Training,ManpowerResearch &StatisticsDepartment,MOM