Skillsoft
Essentials+

The ultimate personal upskilling solution for aspiring and seasoned team leaders and professionals. Develop the skills you need to be efficient, effective, and innovative — at your own pace, anytime, anywhere.
10,000+
Courses
330+
Channels
AI-native
Platform
One Subscription

Many courses. One way to grow.

With Skillsoft Essentials+, you get access to more than 10,000 courses covering every essential skill area you need to excel at work today. Choose the courses you like, select the format you prefer — text, audio, or video — and learn at your own pace.
TextAudioVideoLabsBootcamps
Business Skills
700+ courses · 110+ channels
Productivity & Collaboration Tools
1,500+ courses · 100+ channels
Digital Transformation
90+ courses · 20 channels
Technology + Developer
770+ courses · 100+ channels
Skill Areas

Enhance your skills in many areas.

Business Skills

Whether you are an aspiring or incumbent team leader, business skills enable you to work in teams, collaborate cross-functionally, and lead projects.
700+ courses · 110+ channels
Management Decision-Making
Managing Diversity
Project Management
Budgeting
Communication Essentials
Customer Relationships
Six Sigma

Productivity & Collaboration Tools

Master your time, automate workflows, communicate seamlessly, and stay on top of your to-do list with the right tools.
1,500+ courses · 100+ channels
MS Office 365
SharePoint
G-Suite by Google Cloud
Google Analytics
Slack
QuickBooks
MacOS

Digital Transformation

Be part of the future-ready workforce. Lead or take part in digital transformation projects that optimize operations and customer experiences.
90+ courses · 20 channels
Agile Methodologies
Big Data
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Digital Experiences
Transformation Strategy
Disruptive Technologies
Virtual Collaboration

Technology + Developer

Open career paths for engineers, programmers and cybersecurity professionals interested in building a career in tech.
770+ courses · 100+ channels
ITIL
Red Hat
CompTIA A+
LPIC System Administrator
MCSA Office
MTA Database
SSCP
“More than 85 million jobs could go unfilled because there won't be enough skilled people to take them.”
KF
Korn Ferry
Global Talent Crunch report
What's Included

Everything in one subscription.

From AI-personalized paths to offline learning — eight powerful capabilities designed to fit the way you work.
Personalized Learning Journeys
Our AI-native platform assesses your current skill level and recommends paths based on your role, skills, interests, and performance — adapting in real time.
Multi-Modal Learning
Books, text, audio, or video. Self-paced courses, virtual classes, practice labs, or bootcamps. Learn the way that works for you.
Skills Benchmark
AI-powered assessments compare you against others in the same role in our skill taxonomy — a compass for where to focus your learning.
AI Simulation (CAISY)
Practice critical conversations in a safe, risk-free environment with real-time feedback and personalized coaching from CAISY.
Digital Books & Audiobooks
Access thousands of e-books and audiobooks from thought leaders — perfect for deep study or on-the-spot references.
Certification Prep
Certification preparation courses, practice exams, and mentoring help you put a stamp on your newly-acquired skills.
Offline Learning
Download courses and keep learning even when you're disconnected. Make every offline moment count.
Mobile & TV Apps
On the go or at home — our mobile and TV apps put your learning wherever you are.
Pricing

Ready to enhance your skills?

Upskill in all critical areas and join the workforce of the future today, all with a click of a button.
Best Value

Annual Subscription

An entire year of limitless upskilling with all add-on features included.
—
/ year
  • Full access to 10,000+ courses
  • All four skill areas unlocked
  • AI-powered learning paths & CAISY
  • Certification practice exams
  • Mobile, TV & offline learning

Free Trial

Try Skillsoft Essentials+ for 14 days, then make your decision.
$0
/ 14 days
No card required
  • No card information required
  • No commitment or obligation
  • Pay after trial
  • Cancel anytime
Looking to upskill your team or organization?
We offer flexible options for teams and multi-user requirements.
FAQ

Questions, answered.

What is the Skillsoft Essentials Plus Collection?
A curated set of online courses designed to help individuals develop critical professional skills, including leadership, communication, project management, and digital fluency.
Who is this subscription for?
Ideal for individuals looking to upskill or reskill for career growth, job readiness, or personal development — perfect for professionals, students, and anyone eager to learn at their own pace.
How does the subscription work?
Once you subscribe you get unlimited access to all Essentials Plus Collection courses for 1 year (paid) or 14 days (free trial). We'll email login credentials so you can start learning right away.
Do I get access to all the skill tracks?
Yes — you get full access to all skill tracks to build up your capabilities across every essential area.
What core features are included?
Curated learning paths, AI-driven recommendations, Skill Benchmark assessments, CAISY AI simulator, the Role Advisor concierge, mobile & tablet apps, portable digital badges, weekly goals with reminders, plus videos, books, audiobooks, summaries, and hands-on labs.

The business landscape is changing rapidly, and so are the skills needed to succeed.

Whether you're building your own capabilities or enabling learning across your organization, Skillsoft Essentials+ is a flexible and scalable way forward.