DIGITAL SKILLS AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR SKILLS DEVELOPMENT IN THE CONTEXT OF LABOUR MARKET DIGITALIZATION IN ASEAN COUNTRIES
Establishing a platform to provide quality digital skills' training
The initiative seeks to cultivate world-class expertise among instructors and trainers, who will serve as best-in-class practitioners capable of integrating new technologies into skill development systems.
The project aims to develop short educational programs in information and communication technology and digital skills for various age groups of citizens in the ASEAN region.
International-level educational programs, developed by the world's leading experts, will help to improve the quality of graduates' skills and ensure the efficient employment of ASEAN citizens. This is particularly significant for regions experiencing high levels of both internal and external mobility.
EVENT OBJECTIVES
DIGITAL SKILLS TRANSFER AND INTEGRATION
DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF TRAINING PROGRAMS
FORMATION OF A NETWORK OF INTERNATIONAL SKILLS CENTERS
STAGES
1 STAGE: TRAINING
• Online educational program
• Leading international experts
• Programs developed based on advanced tech solutions
2 STAGE: CERTIFICATION
Certification of ASEAN teachers and trainers in accordance with international standards
3 STAGE: INTERNSHIP
Online internships for ASEAN representatives in international skills centers and leading technology companies
4 STAGE: SUMMIT
The Summit is a platform for summing up the results of the Project and formulating recommendations for the development of skills development systems in ASEAN member states
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FAQ OVERVIEW
The deadline for applications is March 10th
DISTRIBUTED LEARNING
April - October 2025
June, November 2025
January - May 2026
ASEAN Member State Trainers (teachers, experts and mentors) delivering Digital Skills Training Programs
DIGITAL SKILLS
TRAINING
- Common digital learning environment with cases from different countries
- Recordings of lectures and practical online classes
- The modular principle in the structure of programs – the ability to expand the program depending on the specifics of the country
- Support of trainers at all stages:
- training of teachers, experts and tutors;
- provision of training programs;
- assistance in the curriculum development;
- certification of trainers;
- internships for students and masters, etc.
- Cascading innovation – the trainer uses the program for students in colleges, universities, and later they use it in their workplaces
WORKLOAD
Duration: 2 hours per day, 3 times per week
PARTICIPANTS
Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
DISTRIBUTED LEARNING
- Participants complete the task by joining online from distributed venues.
- Participants' workstations are set up and equipped in accordance with Project Documentation.
- Test projects are evaluated remotely using digital tools.
Based on successful completion of the educational program, participants will be awarded international certificates
Project participants will get
- Remote access to the international professional development platform - Remote access to the best world training base - Opportunity to test new technologies
Special module on training methodology
The module will focus on the following topics:
Basic level program
- Introduction to the subject and provision of fundamental knowledge
- Mastering fundamental skills and basic tools
- Methodological unit
Advanced level program
- Study of a comprehensive list of cases and techniques.
- Acquisition of specialized skills and resources for in-depth analysis.
- Methodological unit
CERTIFICATION
Certification of ASEAN teachers and trainers in accordance with international standards
- Increase individual labor productivity and skill set by monitoring and analyzing mastery skills in relation to best international standards.
- Identify areas of professional growth and development for trainers.
- Develop and implement a strategy for the dynamic training and development of a trainer.
REMOTE FORMAT
June, November 2025
Independent assessment of qualification after the practice-oriented training
Upon completion of the certification process, participants will be awarded with International Skills Passports, a specialized document that confirms the level of proficiency in practical skills.
ONLINE INTERNSHIPS FOR ASEAN REPRESENTATIVES IN SHORT PRACTICE-ORIENTED PROGRAMMES
Internship participants will be given remote access to world-class advanced digital testing facilities that enable remote control of training devices, execution of production tasks, and testing of new technologies.
Cases of the implementation of cutting-edge technological solutions in select skills areas will be presented.
Participants will have the opportunity to experience new technologies and apply them in real-world production scenarios.
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ONLINE SUMMIT
Key stakeholders from industry, academia, and policymakers will discuss the significance of advanced digital skills and their contribution to the future of ASEAN Member States as a digital hub.
Within the framework of the Summit, the results of the project will be summarized and recommendations for the development of skills development systems in ASEAN Member States will be presented.
Representatives from relevant ministries, skills development agencies, companies, and business organizations, as well as top trainers from the ASEAN Member States, are invited to attend the Summit.