The Regional Training Centre (RTC), Singapore is part of a global network of FCO training centres. Each is staffed by a Regional Learning & Development Manager and a Regional Learning & Development Assistant.

The RTC in Singapore comprises a large training auditorium, two breakout rooms and a kitchen. It is equipped with a ceiling mounted LCD Projector, an audio system, large white boards, flip charts, ergonomically designed chairs, an electronic white board, an electronic SMART Board and video conferencing equipment.

The Regional Learning & Development Manager delivers ‘soft skills’ training, co-ordinates training services, provides advice to posts on good management practice by running periodic health checks to ensure posts are complying with the Investors in People Standard.

The RTC also hosts a number of courses run by UK-FCO trainers as well as regional conferences.

Staff at the High Commission are strongly encouraged to undertake courses run at the Regional Training Centre. These include courses such as Management Development courses as well as job specific courses. Staff may also bid for external courses such as those held at the British Council.

Staff are also encouraged to use the Learning Resource Centre, located at the RTC main corridor. This comprises videos, books and other resources. An online E-learning package is available for staff access.