VELOCITY

objectives

VELOCITY aims to bridge persistent gaps in digital skills and AI adoption among SMEs by strengthening the capacity of VET providers to deliver practical, innovative and market-oriented training. The project promotes the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence and Service Design to help SMEs and their employees redesign services, improve digital competences, strengthen resilience and competitiveness, and respond effectively to the evolving digital economy. Through applied research, tailored curricula, practical AI tools, readiness assessment methodologies, e-learning resources, OERs, micro-credentials, mentoring and Train-the-Trainer activities, VELOCITY will create a comprehensive learning ecosystem connecting VET providers, SMEs and other relevant stakeholders. The project also supports the ethical and sustainable adoption of AI and aims to contribute to wider policy developments in digital and vocational education.

Specific Objectives:

1: Strengthen VET providers’ digital capacity by integrating AI and Service Design into curricula, training resources and teaching practices.

2: Empower SMEs and micro-SMEs with practical AI and Service Design tools to assess their digital readiness, adopt innovative solutions and improve competitiveness.

3: Bridge VET and business through digital learning by developing an interactive platform with AI tools, a chatbot, micro-credentials and OERs.

4: Promote responsible AI adoption and lifelong upskilling through work-based learning, mentoring, knowledge exchange and sustainable collaboration between VET providers and SMEs.
Expected Results:

AI & Service Design Curriculum and Manual for VET providers, with practical training materials, lesson plans and guidance for integrating AI and Service Design into VET programmes.

AI Toolkit and Digital Readiness Assessment for SMEs and micro-SMEs, including practical tools, templates, case studies and an e-guide to support responsible AI adoption.

Interactive e-Learning Platform with an AI-powered chatbot, 7 micro-credentials, 20+ OERs, self-assessment tools and a Community of Practice for VET providers and SMEs.