CERES – Circular innovation Ecosystem REdesigning Skills Educational Course

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CERES Certified Training Path

Research-based, market-driven learning to power the circular transition

The CERES Certified Training Path equips students, VET learners, and professionals with up-to-date skills for the circular economy—combining a rigorous curricula, hands-on hackathons, and a vibrant digital community.

Why CERES
  • Research-based: Built from an in-depth needs analysis of the competencies required by today’s labour market for the circular transition.
  • Practice-oriented: Learn, apply, and validate skills through real cases, projects, and assessment.
  • Community-powered: Keep learning through the CERES Hub—our digital ecosystem for exchange, mentoring, and good practices.

What’s Included:

1) CERES Curricula (Certified Learning Path)

A structured pathway composed of 4 Core Courses (MOOCs) and 2 Specialised Modules (hybrid).
A complete and certified learning pathway that includes:

  • 4 Core Courses (MOOCs) – available online and asynchronous, providing a foundational understanding of circular economy principles.
  • 2 Specialised Modules – hybrid delivery (in-person and online), focusing on:
    • Circular Lifecycle Management
    • End-of-Life Product Management

Each course and module includes:

Recordings and resources accessible through the CERES Hub where you will find:

  1. Pre-course readings, case studies, and extra learning material
  2. Recordings and resources accessible through the CERES Hub

Assessment & Certification: Exams are taken on the CERES LMS. Successfully completing the pathway leads to the CERES Certificate and a Digital Badge. (Institutional ECTS recognition may apply; see Trainee Guide.)

Who It’s For

The CERES Certified Training Path is designed for:

  • Higher Education students who want to gain specialised expertise in circular economy topics.
  • VET learners and recent graduates aiming to expand their qualifications beyond EQF level 5.
  •  Professionals and industry staff working in sustainability, innovation, and production who want to upskill or reskill.
  •  Educators and trainers interested in updating their curricula with state-of-the-art circular economy knowledge.
  •  Public authorities and policymakers supporting education and sustainable transition initiatives.
  •  Companies and SMEs seeking collaboration, innovation, and access to circular business solutions.