Kompass Education/Certified AI Governance Officer Training
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Certified AI Governance Officer Training

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Prepare your school for the AI revolution with Europe's first comprehensive certification programme for school and college leaders.

AI tools will transform how we teach, learn, and manage schools. With the EU AI Act now in force, schools and colleges across Europe face new compliance requirements and potential risks. Is your school prepared?

The Certified AI Governance Officer in Education programme equips you with the expertise to navigate the complex intersection of AI, education, and regulation. In just 10 weeks, you'll develop the skills to implement a robust AI governance framework that ensures compliance, protects your students, and unlocks the potential of AI technologies.

What You'll Learn

Our comprehensive curriculum covers:

  • AI Risk Assessment & Compliance: Master the EU AI Act requirements for educational settings

  • Policy Development: Create effective AI governance policies tailored to your institution

  • Data Protection: Implement enhanced safeguards for student data and vulnerable learners

  • Ethical AI Implementation: Evaluate and select appropriate AI systems for educational use

  • Incident Response: Develop protocols for addressing AI-related issues

  • Stakeholder Communication: Build trust through transparent AI governance

Programme Features

  • Self-paced learning modules covering every aspect of AI Governance.

  • Weekly interactive webinars with AI governance specialists

  • Customisable resources you can implement immediately

  • Collaborate with fellow education professionals

  • Monthly updates on regulatory changes and emerging practices

Don't leave your school vulnerable to compliance issues or miss the transformative potential of AI. Become a Certified AI Governance Officer and lead your institution confidently into the future of education.

Next cohort starts August 5th, 2025 – Limited spaces available

Contents

Overview of the course
Preview

Module 1: Foundations of AI Governance

By the end of this module, you will:

  • Have a comprehensive understanding of the AI in education landscape

  • Be able to identify the risk categories as outlined in the EU AI Act

  • Recognise the different types of AI systems commonly used in schools

  • Understand the key components of the AI lifecycle in educational settings

You will be able to:

  • Lead an audit of AI tools in your setting using our provided AI Inventory Template

  • Classify existing AI systems according to EU AI Act risk categories

  • Document AI system purposes and intended educational outcomes

Module 1A: AIGO Course Overview Full Modules
Module 1B: AIGO Course Introduction.
Module 1C: Reading - Foundations of AI Governance
Module 1D: Quick Quiz – Check Your Understanding
Module 1E: Live Webinar Session May 9, 2025
Resource A: Webinar Slides 1.1.pdf
Resource B: Webinar Slides 1.2.pdf

Module 2: AI Governance Frameworks and Ethical Considerations

By the end of this module, you will:

  • Understand the structure of an effective AI governance framework for educational institutions

  • Know how to integrate AI principles into existing school policies

  • Be able to identify ethical issues specific to AI use with children and young people

  • Recognise bias risks in AI educational tools and mitigation strategies

You will be able to:

  • Draft an AI governance policy for your educational setting

  • Define clear roles and responsibilities for AI oversight

  • Create an ethical framework for AI use specific to your institution

  • Set up a governance committee structure with appropriate stakeholder representation

Module 2A: Reading Materials: AI Governance Frameworks and Ethical Considerations
Sub-module 2A: Reading - Understanding Algorithmic Bias
Module 2B: Quiz: AI Governance in Education
Resource A. AI Ethics Framework Builder.pdf
Resource B. AI Governance Policy Template .pdf
Resource C. Roles and Responsibilities Matrix.pdf
Resource D. Module 2 Vocabulary_ Key Terms in AI Governance.pdf

Module 3: Data Protection and Regulations for Vulnerable Groups

By the end of this module, you will:

  • Understand the specific requirements for processing children's data under GDPR and the EU AI Act

  • Know how to implement enhanced protections for vulnerable learners

  • Be able to navigate multi-jurisdictional compliance requirements

  • Recognise the unique privacy concerns in educational AI applications

You will be able to:

  • Conduct a child-specific Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA)

  • Implement appropriate technical and organisational measures for data protection

  • Create lawful basis documentation for AI systems processing student data

  • Develop age-appropriate privacy notices and consent mechanisms

Module 3: Warmup Video: Why AI Is Our Ultimate Test and Greatest Invitation | Tristan Harris | TED
Module 3A: Reflections from Video
Module 3B: Foundations of Data Protection for Children and Vulnerable Learners
Module 3C: Reading: Real-World Failures and What They Teach Us
Module 3D: How to Conduct a Child-Specific DPIA
Module 3E: GitHub Compliance Challenge
Resource A: Sample of a DPIA template from GDPR.eu

Module 4: Risk Assessment and Mitigation for Educational AI

By the end of this module, you will:

  • Understand the methodology for AI risk assessment in educational contexts

  • Know how to identify and categorise AI-specific risks to learners

  • Be able to develop targeted mitigation strategies for identified risks

  • Recognise when to escalate high-risk AI applications for external assessment

You will be able to:

  • Conduct a comprehensive AI risk assessment using structured methodologies

  • Create a risk register specific to AI applications in your setting

  • Develop and implement mitigation strategies for identified risks

  • Establish incident response protocols for AI-related issues

Module 4: Warm Up: AI Action Summit in Paris 2025
Module 4A: Reading Materials
Module 4B: Quiz
Module 4C: Risk in Practice: AI Tools in Schools and How to Classify Them
Module 4D: Applied Task: Risk Classification in Practice
Module 4E: From Classification to Control: Managing Risk and Preventing Harm
Module 4F: GitHub Portfolio Task: Build a Risk & Impact Register
Resource A: Sample Risk Register
Resource B: Conference Video from the EU AI Act Week, 2025

Module 5: AI System Evaluation and Selection

By the end of this module, you will:

  • Understand how to evaluate AI products for educational use

  • Know what technical documentation to request from vendors

  • Be able to conduct due diligence on AI providers

  • Recognise red flags in AI product claims and marketing

You will be able to:

  • Create procurement guidelines for AI systems

  • Develop evaluation criteria aligned with the EU AI Act

  • Conduct effective vendor assessments

  • Draft contractual requirements for AI providers

Module 5: AI System Evaluation and Selection
Module 5A: Critical Evaluation of AI Product Claims (Understanding and Analyzing)
Module 5B: Technical Due Diligence and Evaluation Criteria (Applying Knowledge)
Module 5C: Interpersonal and Cross-Departmental Communication
Module 5D: Legal and Ethical Frameworks in AI Selection (Analyzing and Evaluating)
Module 5E: Tools and Templates for AI Evaluation and Procurement
Module 5F: Final Project: AI System Evaluation & Decision Framework (Creating)
Module 5G: Final Thoughts
Module 5H: Live session
Resource A: AI Product Evaluation Rubric
Resource B: Vendor Assessment Questionnaire
Resource C: Contract Requirements Checklist
Resource D: Live Session Slides

Module 6: Transparency and Communication Strategies

By the end of this module, you will:

  • Understand the transparency requirements under the EU AI Act

  • Know how to effectively communicate about AI use to different stakeholders

  • Be able to create clear documentation about AI systems for various audiences

  • Recognise effective strategies for building trust around AI use

You will be able to:

  • Develop transparency notices for different AI applications

  • Create communication plans for staff, students, and parents

  • Design informational materials explaining AI use in your setting

  • Facilitate stakeholder dialogues about AI implementation

Module 6A: The Legal Foundations of Transparency
Module 6B: Crafting Legally Sound Transparency Artefacts
Module 6C: Strategic Communication and Cultural Change
Module 6D: Quiz
Module 6E: Live Session
Module 6F: Culminating GitHub Activity
Resource A: EU AI ACT legal text
Resource B: Live Session Slides

Module 7: Monitoring, Auditing, and Continuous Improvement

By the end of this module, you will:

  • Understand post-implementation monitoring requirements for AI systems

  • Know how to establish audit procedures for AI applications

  • Be able to create continuous improvement mechanisms

  • Recognise performance metrics for ethical AI deployment

You will be able to:

  • Implement ongoing monitoring protocols for AI systems

  • Conduct internal audits of AI applications

  • Establish review cycles and improvement processes

  • Create performance dashboards for AI governance

Module 7A: Introduction
Module 7B: Internal Auditing of AI Applications
Module 7C: Continuous Improvement Mechanisms
Module 7D: Performance Metrics and Dashboards for Ethical AI
Module 7E: Building Your Portfolio: GitHub Assignments
Module 7F: Knowledge Check: Quizz
Module 7G: Scenario Based: Quiz
Module 7H: Conclusion
Resource A: AI AUDIT CHECKLIST
Resource B: AI MONITORING PLAN
Resource C: CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT FRAMEWORK
Resource D: Live Session Slides

Module 8: Incident Response and Crisis Management

By the end of this module, you will:

  • Understand AI-specific incident types and response requirements

  • Know how to identify, classify, and respond to AI-related incidents

  • Be able to create effective crisis management plans

  • Recognise notification and reporting obligations

You will be able to:

  • Develop an AI incident response plan

  • Create incident classification criteria

  • Establish notification procedures for serious incidents

  • Design post-incident review processes

Module 8A: Incident Response and Crisis Management
Module 8B: Understanding AI-Related Incidents in Schools
Module 8C: Incident Classification: Identifying and Grading the Severity
Module 8D: Responding to AI Incidents: Plan and Action
Module 8E: Notification and Reporting Obligations: GDPR and EU AI Act
Module 8F: Crisis Management and Communication Strategies
Module 8G: Post-Incident Review and Continuous Improvement
Module 8H: Knowledge Check
Module 8I: Portfolio Activity: Develop an AI Incident Response Plan
Resource A: AI INCIDENT RESPONSE PLAN TEMPLATE
Resource B: INCIDENT CLASSIFICATION MATRIX TEMPLATE
Resource C: NOTIFICATION PROCESS FLOWCHART
Resource D: POST INCIDENT REVIEW FRAMEWORK

Module 9: Training and Capacity Building

By the end of this module, you will:

  • Understand the training needs for different stakeholder groups

  • Know how to build AI literacy among staff and students

  • Be able to design effective training programmes

  • Recognise strategies for developing ongoing capacity

You will be able to:

  • Conduct training needs assessments for AI governance

  • Develop role-specific training materials

  • Create an AI literacy curriculum for students

  • Establish a continuous learning framework for staff

Module 9A: Training and Capacity Building in AI Governance
Module 9B: Building AI Literacy Among Staff and Students
Module 9C: Designing Effective AI Training Programmes
Module 9D: Creating an AI Literacy Curriculum for Students
Module 9E: Establishing a Continuous Learning Framework for Staff
Module 9F: Knowledge Check - AI Training, Capacity Building, and Governance Readiness
Module 9G: Portfolio Consolidation and Completion Check
Resource A: AI Training Needs Assessment Template.pdf
Resource B: Role-Specific Training Template Tool.pdf
Resource C: Student AI Literacy Curriculum Outline.pdf
Resource D: Continuous Learning Framework Tool.pdf
Resource E: Module_9_Training_Capacity_Building_Slides.pptx.pdf

Module 10: Capstone Project and Certification

By the end of this module, you will:

  • Synthesise all components into a comprehensive AI governance plan

  • Know how to implement a phased approach to AI governance

  • Be able to demonstrate mastery of key AI governance concepts

  • Successfully complete your certification requirements

You will be able to:

  • Create a complete AI governance implementation plan for your institution

  • Present and defend your governance strategy

  • Integrate all compliance elements into a cohesive framework

  • Meet all certification requirements for the AI Governance Officer credential

Module 10A: AI Governance in the EU: Key Principles and New Developments
Module 10B: Tackling “Digital Debt” in AI Systems
Module 10C: Location Matters: Jurisdiction and Sector Considerations
Module 10D: Checklist: Responsible AI Governance Essentials
Module 10E: Case Studies for Reflection
Module 10F: Final Reflections: Stepping Forward as an AI Governance Officer
Module 10G: AI Governance Officer Certification: Final Summative Quiz
Module 10H: AI Governance Officer Ethics Statement and Commitment
Module 10I: Final Assignment: Portfolio Submission and Summative Coaching Session
Module 10J: Completion Statements