Uvaro Announces AI-Focused Productivity Course to Meet Member and Industry Demand

KITCHENER, ONTARIO – June 27, 2024 – Uvaro, a leader in Career Success and workforce development, is proud to announce the launch of its new AI-Powered Productivity Course. This Course marks the first in a series of AI-related program additions, designed to meet the growing demand for AI skills among our members and the broader market. The introduction of this Course is a pivotal step in addressing the increasing importance of AI skills, not only for individuals seeking career transitions but also for the current workforce that must reskill to remain competitive and ensure a strong, productive Canadian workforce.

Designed for non-engineering information and knowledge workers, this Course focuses on concepts and techniques to use AI tools to enhance productivity and is NOT designed for advanced data science or custom Large Language Model (LLM) training.

Addressing Critical Skill Gaps

Uvaro members have previously received AI training as part of their role-specific Courses. However, this new offering is the first Course solely focused on AI, addressing critical gaps and needs emerging in our workforce. According to the World Economic Forum (WEF):

Hiring

• 66% of leaders say they would NOT hire someone without AI skills.
• 71% of leaders are more likely to hire a less experienced candidate with AI skills than a more experienced candidate without them.

Training

• Only 25% of companies are planning to offer training on generative AI this year, further cementing this training deficit.

These statistics underscore the urgent need for AI training in workforce development. By offering this dedicated AI Course, Uvaro is future-proofing its members' careers and future workforce development programs. This aligns with the Canadian government's 2024 federal budget, which allocates approximately $2.4 billion in AI funding, including $50 million over four years to support workers impacted by AI. This investment highlights the growing importance of AI skills and underscores Uvaro's mission to equip our members with the tools for future Career Success.

Opportunities for Members and Partners

Members are encouraged to sign up for the AI-Powered Productivity Course to boost their productivity in their current roles and stay competitive in the job market. Additionally, prospective partners are invited to connect with Uvaro to learn more about how they can incorporate Uvaro’s modularized service offerings into their workforce development programs, including educational tools like this Course.

Quick Facts

• The AI-Powered Productivity Course is designed to equip participants with essential AI skills, making them more productive in their current roles and attractive to future employers.
• This Course will empower thousands of Canadians through current and future workforce development programs to increase Canadian productivity.
• This Course is the first in a series of AI-related program additions to improve learning, job search, and job outcomes while in Uvaro programs.

Quotes

“We are excited to launch the AI-Powered Productivity to address what we view as a critical gap in the workforce that has emerged since generative AI tools hit the wider market in 2022. This Course is just the beginning of our efforts to equip members and our partner programs with the skills employers are demanding in our modern job market,” said Joseph Fung, CEO and Co-Founder of Uvaro.

“AI skills are becoming increasingly important in the workforce. Offering this dedicated Course is a significant step in supporting current and future AI skill-building for our partner programs, enhancing workforce development, and ensuring our members are well-prepared for the evolving job market” said Greg Boyd, SVP of Revenue at Uvaro.

“As an AI, I can confidently say that learning to effectively harness the power of AI tools is the future of work. Courses like Uvaro's AI-Powered Productivity Course are essential for enhancing efficiency and staying competitive in today's job market. Plus, it's always nice to know that my human counterparts are learning to work smarter, not harder!” said ChatGPT upon reading this release.

About Uvaro

Uvaro is at the forefront of skill development and career services, specializing in transforming the workforce to meet the demands of today's industries. Through strategic partnerships and innovative programs, Uvaro continues to drive Career Success and excellence in the workforce.

For more information about the AI: Powered Productivity Course or to explore partnership opportunities, please contact: