Free training in open data via data.europa.eu

The European Open Data Portal (data.europa.eu) academy makes an online training programme available  to citizens for those interested in developing their skills in open data. These free access materials allow you to become familiar with the ecosystem from different angles: basic concepts, legal frameworks, emerging trends, success stories or good practices of publication and reuse. These free access materials allow you to become familiar with the open data ecosystem from different angles: basic concepts, legal frameworks, emerging trends, success stories or good practices of publication and reuse.

Who are they for?

The data.europa academy courses are aimed at professionals and organisations working with public data in Europe – especially administrations, academic institutions and entities that publish, manage or reuse open data – but also anyone interested in understanding how data can drive transparency, innovation and decision-making.

In addition, they are designed for different levels of experience, from those who are new to the basics to specialists who seek to delve into legal, technical or quality aspects, which allows very diverse profiles to find a training path adapted to their needs.

How are the courses organized?

The training materials are organized by theme:

• Policy
• Legal
• Quality
• Business
• Impact
• Communication
• Portal

Figure 1. Training materials from the European open data portal. Source: data.europa.eu.

For each subject, various materials are available:  readings, videos, tools, webinars, quizzes, etc. that seek to help understand, use, and share open data effectively. 

As mentioned previously, courses are divided by experience level (beginner, intermediate, or advanced). Users can also filter by the audience they are targeting (data providers, developers, journalists, etc.), as well as subject matter or format.

Users can choose to follow an entire theme or select specific content based on their interests. This flexibility allows training to be adapted to different professional needs.

In addition, from 2026 a series of learning paths are available designed as structured training paths that group content from various subject areas in a logical and progressive order for different purposes.

Digital Certificates & Badges

One of the most valued aspects of the training itineraries is the possibility of obtaining official certificates that allow the skills acquired to be formally accredited. These certificates are available for the various itineraries. To achieve them, all you have to do is complete all the modules of the course, pass the final evaluation and download the certificate generated at the end.

Along with these recognitions, the platform also offers digital badges that are unlocked as the content progresses. These badges can be incorporated into professional profiles and serve as clear and verifiable evidence of mastery in different areas related to open data.

Figure 2. Free training process in open data via data.europe.eu. Source: data.europa.eu.