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DIGITAL SKILLS AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR SKILLS DEVELOPMENT IN THE CONTEXT OF LABOUR MARKET DIGITALIZATION IN ASEAN COUNTRIES

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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
DIGITAL SKILLS TRANSFER AND INTEGRATION
through joint creation and implementation of new educational formats and programs
DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF TRAINING PROGRAMS
DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF TRAINING PROGRAMS
through joint work to improve the training system based on best international practices
FORMATION OF A NETWORK OF INTERNATIONAL SKILLS CENTERS
FORMATION OF A NETWORK OF INTERNATIONAL SKILLS CENTERS
that will become best practices centers for the ASEAN Member States in the future

ORGANIZERS

https://asean.org/
INPDP.ORG
https://worldskills.ru/
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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

https://lk.inpdp.org/events/56

DISTRIBUTED LEARNING

April - October 2025

June, November 2025

January - May 2026

ASEAN Member State Trainers (teachers, experts and mentors) delivering Digital Skills Training Programs

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DIGITAL SKILLS

Graphic Design Technology
Web Technologies
UAV Operation (Aerial Robotics)
IT Software solutions for business
IT Software solutions for business with 1C:ENTERPRISE platform
1 STAGE

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
From April to October 2025.
Duration: 2 hours per day, 3 times per week
PARTICIPANTS
The project invites trainers (teachers, experts, and mentors) from ASEAN Member States to participate.
Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
DISTRIBUTED LEARNING

  1. Participants complete the task by joining online from distributed venues.
  2. Participants' workstations are set up and equipped in accordance with Project Documentation.
  3. Test projects are evaluated remotely using digital tools.

Based on successful completion of the educational program, participants will be awarded international certificates
certificate
Advantage

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:
Developing practice-oriented training programs
Implementing new training methods for organizing practical classes, such as distance learning and distributed learning
Organizing skills assessment after practical training
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

2 STAGE

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.
3 STAGE

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.

Registration
format
online format
dates
January - May 2026
events
practice-oriented internship
4 STAGE

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.

Registration
format
online format
dates
May 2026
events
business program, which includes: plenary session, round tables, and other side events