Question 1

Is this program completely free?

Accepted Answer

Yes, this program is offered with support from Microsoft and LinkedIn and is completely free of cost.

Question 2

How long is the program?

Accepted Answer

Learners are expected to complete the program within 5 weeks (up to 4-5 hours per week)

Question 3

What are the requirements to join this program? Are there any prerequisites?

Accepted Answer

To apply to the program, the applicant must be 16 years old or over; there is no maximum age.

Applicants do not need to have a specific background, education, or degree, however in order to successfully participate in this program, you should have:

- access to a computer and the internet 
- basic digital proficiency, including email and internet use and experience with different file formats like Word, PDF, spreadsheets 
- motivation and readiness to study independently and navigate new and/or different IT platforms

Question 4

What’s the language used in this program?

Accepted Answer

The course is currently available in English, French, Portuguese, Polish, Spanish, Greek, Bahasa Indonesian, Vietnamese, Korean and Thai.

Question 5

Will the courses be entirely online? Are there any live sessions required?

Accepted Answer

The coursework is entirely online & self-paced, with weekly supplemental live engagement sessions to connect with your fellow students and enhance your learning experience.

Question 6

How is the curriculum structured?

Accepted Answer

The curriculum is delivered through self-paced modules that include short activities, quizzes and homework assignments, with opportunities to interact with other learners via virtual community-building sessions. Learners will have the chance to showcase their new skills via a capstone project, in which they will propose a green solution to a real-world problem.

Question 7

Do I need my own computer for the program? What if I don’t have a computer or internet setup?

Accepted Answer

A computer and wifi connection is required to join this course. At this time, no direct hardware assistance is available to program participants.

Question 8

[for the learners in France] Can I declare to Pole Emploi that I am in education if I join this program?

Accepted Answer

The Green Digital Skills program is a MOOC. You will not have the status of " student of the formation