<< Objectives >>1: Contributing to the resilience and relevance of the European VET system though the implementation of the Digital Competence Framework in VET settings2: To strike a dual beneficial impact of operationalizing the EU DigComp Framework and DigCompEdu while sustaining the competitiveness of the VET system3: to contribute to the modernisation and increasing the flexibility of opportunities in the VET system in both formal and non-formal settings<< Implementation >>Partners will carry out a series of well-articulated, timed and sequenced activities grouped in 4 WPs:- Desk research and analysis of good practices to tackle challenges in VET digitalisation- Development of training resources for upskilling VET provideres- Set up the OER platform and T&V of training resources- Consolidation of guidelines and mainstreaming strategy for replicability and multiplier effect of projects’ results & approximate DigComp4VET<< Results >>1.DigComp4VET Model to tackle challenges in VET digitalisation2. DigComp-inspired training curricula and resources for upskilling VET providers3. Roll-out DigComp4VET Training to 120 target groups + Build & Maintain the Digital Warehouse4. Guidelines for outreach and exploitation of the DigComp4VET mainstreaming strategy and policy recommendations

In today’s life and economy, microelectronics is ubiquitous, empowering the equipment for virtually all daily activities: aviation, automotive, health care, communication and even leisure would not be possible without a microelectronics component (commonly referred to as microchip or chip).EU’s microelectronics ecosystem is undermined by a shortage of professionals, skills mismatches and distance between the worlds of education and work. Recent geopolitical upheavals and chips shortages highlight the importance of technological resilience in microelectronics. When it comes to microelectronics, Europe can no longer afford to depend on other countries.Aware of those challenges, the EU Commission launched a series of initiatives, above all the launch of a Microelectronics Pact for Skills (2020) and the publication of the “EU Chips Act” (adoption foreseen) to revamp Europe’s microelectronics ecosystem. Yet, the Pact for Skills has yet to deliver on its expectations and innovative approaches towards education and training in microelectronics are required.ECS-Academy’s is an initiator of a large-scale and durable endeavour that will foster innovation and resilience of the microelectronics sector. It will bridge the gap between education, training and industry to tackle Europe’s skills and talent shortages. ESC-Academy will1) implement and operationalise the Pact for Skills2) establish the first-of-a-kind decentralised academy for microelectronics, linking industry, research, HE and VET currently operating in isolation3) develop innovative training and curriculum to provide reactive and proactive response to the skills needs of the sector.ECS-Academy is a robust Alliance, with 18 partners, 30+ organisations endorsing the project, and covering the whole of the EU Educational Area. The consortium represents the value chain of microelectronics and the full spectrum of education and training, and will reach 984,706 direct contacts in valorisation activities.