Published: 28.03.2025.
Updated: 27.05.2025.
Updated: 27.05.2025.
Open online courses are available on learning platforms such as EdX, Futurelearn, and GetSmarter.
The SEA supports training on open online course platforms where:
- at least two higher education institutions offer the curriculum in an official language of a European Union (EU) Member State;
- and at least ten higher education institutions represented on the platform are included in the "Times Higher Education" global university rankings. If fewer than ten higher education institutions offer programmes on the Open Online Courses platform, they must all be listed in the Times Higher Education World university rankings.
- Business
- Computer science
- Data science
- Information Technology
- Language Learning
- Management
Learning pathways to support transdisciplinary skills:
- communication and collaboration in the work environment (e.g. emotional intelligence; effective conflict resolution; supportive teamwork; public speaking; networking)
- learning skills and methods (e.g. self-directed learning; application of acquired knowledge; peer learning)
- self-organisation and time management (e.g. effective use of personal resources for a productive working day; stress resilience)
- creativity and innovation in a professional environment (e.g. design thinking, creativity in a business environment)
To apply fill out the form with information about yourself and your chosen programme and its price
Training period is set according to learning hours published on the platform
| Learning period set by platform in hours | Employed persons | Unemployed persons and registered Job Seekers |
|---|---|---|
| 8–14 | 1 month | 2 weeks |
| 15–40 | 3 months | 1 month |
| 41–80 | 6 months | 2 months |
| 81–120 | 9 months | 3 months |
| 121–160 | 9 months | 4 months |
| 161–200 | 9 months | 5 months |
| 201+ | 9 months | 6 months |
List of approved programmes (in Latvian):
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CIf an absence is justified, unused training days can be rescheduled to make up for the missed days, provided an appropriate supporting document is submittedomplete the training on time and obtain a training certificate.
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Submit proof of payment and the training certificate to the Agency within 30 days of completing the training.
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Make the payment for the training within the approved period.
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Inform the SEA promptly about any changes in the training process, no later than during the specified training period.
If obligations are not met, the client will be disqualified from receiving the service for 12 months!
In the case of justified absences, learning periods can be prolonged (a document of justification must be submitted).
- The client becomes temporarily unable to work (health issues).
- The client is caring for a sick child.
- The client, based on a summons, has to appear at an inquiry institution, prosecutor's office or court.
- Delay in completing the educational program (up to two days) is associated with the death of a first-degree relative (parent, child) or spouse.
- There are other objective circumstances that do not depend on the client's will, and information about them has been submitted to the Agency.
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If you have any questions or additional questions, please contact the NVA remote learning team by email at platformas@nva.gov.lv.