ACE-EX e-learning courses
What is ACE-EX?
The aim of ACE-EX is to help to develop Circular Economy Experts in the agricultural and industrial sectors. The Circular Economy Expert is a multidisciplinary professional who guides enterprises toward more sustainable and environmentally friendly practices.
The overall objective of ACE-EX is to support the agricultural and industrial sectors in transitioning to Circular Economy practices in alignment with the European Green Deal guidelines, contributing to sustainable growth and combating climate change. It aims to support the agricultural and industrial sectors in the change towards a Circular Economy and to facilitate the transformation to ‘green’ chemistry by utilising and valorising agricultural waste and by-products. The project promotes high-quality, interactive, multidisciplinary training that encourages an innovative, sustainable, smart entrepreneurial mindset. It supports learners in developing skills, including digital ones, easily applicable in different sectors and thus representing valuable assets for their professional careers.
Disclaimer: Some of the ACE-EX courses are currently being revised. As a result, there may be inconsistencies between the English courses and courses offered in other languages. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this period.
Leadership, Management & Soft Skills
Develop essential leadership, project management, and communication skills to lead circular initiatives with confidence and clarity.
Circular Economy & Environmental Sustainability
Learn the principles and tools of circular economy and sustainability to manage resources, waste, and environmental impact effectively.
Innovation, Business & Entrepreneurship
Drive innovation and entrepreneurship with business models, economic strategies, and marketing approaches tailored to the green transition.
Green Technologies & Applied Solutions
Get hands-on with cutting-edge technologies like biofertilizers, biogas, and 3D printing to apply circular solutions in agriculture.
ACE-EX courses
1. Leadership, Management & Soft Skills
- Leadership
- Open Management style
- Project Management
- Change management
- Organisational Skills
- Stakeholder Engagement, Marketing and Communication Skills
2. Circular Economy & Environmental Sustainability
- Circular Economy Principles
- Life Cycle Assessment
- Waste Management
- Water Management
- Agricultural Soil
- Technology and Resource Recovery
- Circular Economy Regulatory Framework
3. Innovation, Business & Entrepreneurship
- Innovation management and interdisciplinary research
- Business model adaptation
- Economics, Resilience and Diversification
- Economic impact of Energy cost
- Marketing & Communication
4. Green Technologies & Applied Solutions
- Biofertilizers
- Biogas
- Nutraceutics
- 3D Printing
- System Thinking
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Beneficiaries
Direct targets
- Students/young people not in education, employment, or training (NEETs)
- Agricultural/industrial professional workers
- Entrepreneurs/apprentices and skilled workers
Indirect targets
- Trade associations
- Public institutions
- Schools and training centres
- Civil society stakeholders
- Society
FAQ
Download the SkillsCourses User Guide (English version) here.
Are the courses available in multiple languages?
Yes! All ACE-EX courses are available in English, Italian, Greek, Norwegian, Ukrainian, Polish, Czech, French and Spanish.
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Who can enrol in courses?
The ACE-EX courses are open to anyone who wishes to participate
How do I obtain a certificate?
You will receive an automatic certificate on Skillscourses after completing a course with an average grade of 75% or higher and filling out the course evaluation questionnaire. Please make sure that you select a username that you would like to have displayed on your certificate, e.g. First and Last Name, when you register for a course. Your certificate includes a QR code that links to a certificate addendum, which provides detailed information about the course you completed.
Where can I find my certificate?
After completing your course, your automatic certificate of completion will be issued by SkillsCourses. You can access it in the following ways:
- Immediately after completion: Click the “View Certificate” button that appears at the end of the course.
- Later access:
- Go to My Account → My Courses. From the drop-down menu at the top, select Completed courses, then click View Certificate next to the course.
- Alternatively, you can navigate to the course page or “all courses” and click “Visit Results” to find your certificate.
Can I change the name on my certificate?
Certificates are issued using the username you provided during registration on SkillsCourses. Unfortunately, usernames displayed on certificates cannot be changed. If you need your certificate to display a different name, please contact us at contact[at]skillstools.eu, and we’ll be happy to assist you.
Where can I access the courses I have started?
Go to My Account → My Courses. From the drop-down menu at the top, select Active. You will then see an overview of the courses you have started and how many lessons you have completed.
Where can I find out more about the project?
You can find out more about the ACE-EX project on the project website.
I am having issues, who do I contact?
If you can’t find the answers to your questions here or on the support page you can email us at contact@skillstools.eu.
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