AI Ethics and EU AI Act (eLearning+Classroom) (EN)

Deploy AI safely, transparently, and compliantly by directly translating the EU AI Act and ethical data principles into proactive organizational policy.

AI offers unprecedented opportunities, but it also brings strict legal obligations and complex ethical questions.

This blended learning path provides the ideal preparation to implement the AI Act, seamlessly combining flexible e-learning with an intensive classroom training day in Utrecht. The unique value of this course lies in its powerful synergy: you first establish the theoretical foundation online, allowing you to practice, deep dive, and analyse real-world cases under the guidance of an expert instructor during the classroom session.

Additionally, during the course, you will gain access to our innovative EU AI Act Buddy. This smart, interactive AI assistant is fully trained on the latest legislation and helps you make complex compliance requirements—such as classifying and documenting AI systems—instantly and practically applicable to your organisation.

This learning path is designed for a broad professional audience dealing with AI policy or applications who need to comply with legal frameworks, without requiring any technical or legal prior knowledge:

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Business Professionals and Managers who evaluate, initiate, or direct AI projects.

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Risk and Compliance Officers responsible for the legal and ethical adherence to rules and regulations.

- Legal professionals who want to develop expertise in the EU AI Act.

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IT, Data, and AI Teams that develop, implement, or manage AI systems.

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Government Agencies and Non-Profits deploying AI within policy-making, enforcement, or public service delivery.

The programme is also intended for anyone who needs to be AI-literate under the EU AI Act, so that rules around safety, transparency, and ethics are applied correctly, regardless of whether you have a technical background.

Upon completing this blended learning pathway, you will be equipped to deploy AI in a responsible and future-proof manner. You will achieve the following learning objectives:

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Ethical Foundation: Understand ethics in relation to data and AI, and know how to collect and utilize data in a solid, legal, and ethical way.

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Mastering Legislation: Comprehend the EU AI Act up to the level of a Compliance Officer and know how to apply it within your company.

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Policy Development: Formulate a proactive approach and strategy for the ethical use of data and AI within your organisation.

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Risk Management: Learn to identify, assess, and mitigate ethical dilemmas, bias, and unexpected outcomes in AI models early on.

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Transparent Design: Understand the core principles behind designing explainable and transparent AI systems in accordance with legal guidelines.

The programme is also intended for anyone who needs to be AI-literate under the EU AI Act, so that rules around safety, transparency, and ethics are applied correctly, regardless of whether you have a technical background.

This learning path consists of:

- an eLearning consisting of a series of multi-media micro-learnings

- access to our AI playground in which you build your first AI models and can practice prompting

- quizzes to test your knowledge

- support via our AI 'learning buddy' to experience an Agent helping you

- examples of advanced agents including our EU AI Act Buddy

- one day participation in our classical session in Utrecht with an English speaking trainer

This learning path is a crucial step towards achieving legally required AI literacy. Looking to expand your strategic or technical AI capabilities further? The following courses connect seamlessly to this programme:

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AI Essentials: A swift and comprehensive introduction to core AI concepts and their corporate applications.

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AI BREVET (AIC4NL): The official, comprehensive follow-up pathway including Van Haren certification, delving deeper into machine learning and the broader deployment of AI systems within enterprises.

The obligations of the EU AI Act impact the entire enterprise. We are happy to co-create a custom internal learning path for your organisation, ensuring that your management, compliance teams, and technical staff possess the exact knowledge and skills required to apply AI responsibly and in full compliance with the law.

This training is a combination of e-learning and live classroom session.

The curriculum consists of two phases where theory and practice reinforce one another. Please note: You are required to fully complete the online e-learning before attending the classroom session.

Phase 1: Online E-learning (Flexible Start)

Independently build your theoretical and legal foundation through interactive online modules:

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Ethics and Responsibility: The impact of data and AI on society and modern organisations.

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Legal Frameworks & Data Collection: Gathering and processing data according to legal and ethical guidelines.

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The EU AI Act Deconstructed: An in-depth look at risk classifications, obligations, and corporate compliance requirements under the law.

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Managing AI Risks: Handling bias, securing transparency, and designing explainable AI systems.

Phase 2: Classroom Training Day (1 day – Utrecht)

An interactive, full working day where theory comes to life under the guidance of a senior expert:

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Practice & Case Studies: Concrete exercises and real-world cases make complex legislation directly applicable to your own work situation.

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Interaction & Q&A: Ample time for deep questions, debate, and exchanging knowledge and experiences with peer participants.

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Hands-on Tooling: Get active in our AI Playground and work live with the EU AI Act Buddy for real-time compliance advice and system documentation.