Free Training Programs for All

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Best Practice

The Cyprus Human Resources Development Authority (HRDA) educational free programs on digital and green skills for adult learning. The two programs are composed from a plethora of courses that ensure the upskilling and reskilling of business owners and employees. The program offered on Green Skills is A list of 31 vocational training programs has been curated to cater to all segments of the workforce, encompassing both the public and private sectors. These subjects encompass Environmental and Energy Management courses, focusing on technical skills essential for implementing such systems within businesses. Additionally, they cover technical professions like technicians specializing in the installation, monitoring, and maintenance of photovoltaic systems, as well as air conditioning and refrigeration. As previously mentioned, the 28 courses objective is to address the workforce’s needs regarding the utilization of digital tools to enhance skill sets and improve the services offered by SMEs. Notably, Cyprus’s economy is predominantly service-based, accounting for 84% of its GDP, with 70% of the workforce engaged in this sector.

Organization

HRDA

The mission of Cyprus HRDA is to create the conditions for the planned and systematic training and development of the human resources of Cyprus, at all levels and in all sectors, in order to meet the needs of the economy within the framework of the social and economic policy of the state.

Impact

The training programs, especially the digital skills are highly successful. Over 1000 participated in a year so far and HRDA is expecting the participation to increase significantly since the period 2023-2024 was the first year.

Sustainability

The continuation of the free training programs in Green and Digital skills ensures the constant upskilling of the SMEs owners and staff and contributes significantly to the efforts of twin transition in tourism.
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