Sectoral digital skills academies: Quantum Skills Digital Academy

Objectives: The primary objective of the Quantum Skills Digital Academy is to serve as a central hub for specialized training in quantum technologies, offering hands-on experience across various educational levels. The Academy aims to enhance the EU's leadership in quantum technology development and address the skills gap by designing interdisciplinary programs for both technical and non-technical profiles. These programs include curricula at ISCED levels 7 and 8, short-term training modules, and practical experiences such as internships and laboratory sessions. The Academy will also foster collaborations between academia, industry, and research institutions to promote careers, especially encouraging underrepresented groups such as women and individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds, in the quantum sector. Furthermore, the Academy will establish the necessary monitoring mechanisms to track progress and recommend policy and investment adjustments based on outcomes.