real skills real fun
with knoei nano
a virtual facilitator-led program
that empowers young innovators to turn their
visionary ideas into actionable solutions
micro-credential
real skills real fun
What’s Knoei Nano?
Knoei Nano is a cutting edge, innovative, evidence-based micro-credential program designed to equip students with critical industry innovation skills that make you the most employable person in the room.
Find out more about microcredentials and how you can use them here
All of the nanos can be stacked (built on each other) towards an industry endorsed digital passport. They have been designed with industry for industry looking for innovators who can have the skills to hit the ground running.
In all of the Knoei Programs, developing social capital is one of the most important outcomes for our students. Students will have opportunities to connect with other students, alumni, mentors and industry specialists.
Students will also learn the tools that are being used in the workplace, so they can quickly gain skills to the fast-changing world of work.
All of the nanos can be adapted in structure and delivery format for schools
or groups of students.
Fast Facts.
8 Week Program
Orientation to set you up
for success
+
8 x 60 min weekly tutorials
+
Showcase Week
Facilitator Led Virtual Classes
during or after
school or work to suit your
schedule
All Included
optional full day learning lab –
(offered in SEQ)
+
1-1 mentoring sessions
+
VET Unit Competency
(nano dependant)
suitable for ages
15 – 25 yrs
VET credits and
QCE points optional
$695 per nano
(inc GST)
Who‘s it for?
The knoei nano microcredentials are designed for young (15 – 25yrs) innovators interested in the industries and work of the future. We want you to get the biggest bang for your learning buck and gain skills that have tangible currency in changing workplaces.
The knoei nano’s are not just courses; they are a launchpad for young innovators ready to make a difference and learn real leadership and business skills to shape the future.
how does a nano work?
learn with friends
One of our super powers is supporting students to learn from each other. You will form learning groups in our 8 weekly virtual workshops and build connections with your cohort that will support you to build social capital that you can leverage for the rest of your life.
have fun learning
Interactive content that supports learning… its not just lots of videos and a stack of PDF’s here… you will have a library of cool content that you can keep access for up to 12 months and is mobile friendly so you can learn anywhere.
transferable learning
Each nano awards a certificate of completion and digital badge that is endorsed by industry
Some nanos include Unit of Competencies that could be applied for QCE points or credits into a VET qualification.
backed by industry
All students can attend optional full day in person learning labs (location dependant) and have access to mentor sessions to support their ideation and application of learning.
All nanos are backed by industry and can be stackable into a larger program.
Unlock your future self and open possibilities.
Knoei Nano’s are a collaborative effort with industry, students, mentors and facilitators to provide the runway for young people to discover a clear pathway for their future and take purposeful steps towards it.
Check out the first Knoei Nano
Innovation Ideation
Design Thinking in Action
The way we see problems shapes the way we tackle them. This microcredential is all about learning to see challenges in a new light—through the lens of innovation.
Whether you’re aiming to kickstart your own venture or be involved in an innovation project within an existing organisation or project, this course equips young entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs with the skills to ideate ground-breaking start-up or innovation ideas, ensuring you’re not just ready for the future, but actively shaping it.
about this microcrendential
This 8 week “Innovation Ideation’ microcredential is a transformative learning journey crafted for the emerging entrepreneur or intraprenuer. This course delves into the entrepreneurial mindset, exploring the cognitive processes that drive innovation and how emotional intelligence shapes business acumen. Students will learn about self-awareness, regulation, and motivation, laying the foundation for you as a future founder.
Diving into the realm of innovation, ideation, and invention, the program harnesses critical and creative thinking methods, equipping you to address global challenges with innovative solutions. Real-world case studies on problem identification in successful startups and industry offer you an insight into the practical application of these skills. You will learn how to explore an idea’s market viability and desirability and investigate whether your idea has commercial opportunity.
Delivered in a series of highly interactive online workshops (meet virtually face-to-face in real time) and supported with online material and activities, this microcredential will provide an invaluable tool kit of practical approaches that can be applied over a wide range of professional contexts.
This microcredential may qualify for recognition of prior learning at Knoei and other education providers.
additional course information
Course Outline
The course will comprise online interactive workshops, readings, case studies and activities.
Over the eight weeks of the course, participants can expect a time commitment of approximately 5 hours per week, consisting of:
- 2hr ‘kick-off’ and ‘wrap-up’ workshops at the start and end of the course
- 1 hour online workshop via Zoom
- 2 hours case study exploration and group work
- 1 hours per week reading and reflection
- 1 hours per week assessments.
The following content will be covered during the course:
- An introduction to key theories of start up ideation and innovation
- Case studies of real-world issues
- Industry and start-up presentations
- Practical tools that will be used by participants to ideate a start-up solution and assess market viability and desirability
Week 1: Innovation Mindset
Week 2: Innovation, Ideation and Invention
Week 3: Exploring Market Opportunities
Week 4: Opportunity Analysis
Week 5: Ideating the Solution
Week 6: Customer Mapping
Week 7: Business Model Development
Week 8: Pitch and Storytelling
Participants will work collaboratively in teams to apply practices and skills to a start-up idea either their own, in a team or a real world industry problem
Course Learning Objectives
In completing this microcredential, participants will have gained experience in:
- Applying practical tools and approaches to explore a problem worth solving and ideating a solution
- Generating a feasible innovation idea
Assessment
Participants will undertake individual and group activities. They can choose to complete assessment tasks in addition to these group activities with the opportunity to obtain credits into other education pathways including other Knoei programs. All participants will receive a digital badge and certificate of completion.
Requirements
To complete this online course, you will need a personal computer with adequate internet access and sufficient software and bandwidth to support web conferencing.
$695 (inc GST)
START DATE: 7th July
MODE: Online
DURATION: 8 Weeks
COMMITMENT:
Approx 5 hours a week
Lets get you started!
2024 Intake
Full price: $695 (inc GST)
Special launch price: $495 (inc GST)
*Price subject to change. Please check price at time of purchase.
7th July – 14th September 2024 (filling fast)
Enrolments are scheduled to close 5th June 2024 or when all places have been filled, whichever occurs first.
Dont miss out on this unique opportunity to gain transferable skills that employers want.
