Online training2 to 3 November 2026
From Generative AI to training videos.
A practical programme on AI and Generative AI for professional work, with a focus on creating educational, instructional and communication videos using HeyGen and Synthesia.
From AI literacy to your own AI video
Two consecutive online training days, followed by a day of guided online tutoring where you apply your new knowledge to your own practical project.
Basic AI literacyIndependent video production
- 01
Theoretical foundations
Clear explanations of AI, Machine Learning and Generative AI.
- 02
Live demonstrations
Every technique shown live in HeyGen and Synthesia, step by step.
- 03
Hands on exercises
Practise each step yourself, with direct support from the instructor.
- 04
Individual project
Produce and refine an AI generated video for your own use case.
What you will be able to do
By the end of the programme, you move from basic AI literacy to producing and improving AI generated video content on your own.
AI foundations
Understand the fundamental concepts of AI, Machine Learning, Deep Learning and Generative AI.
Practical applications
Identify practical applications of Generative AI in professional work, communication and education.
Effective prompting
Use effective prompting techniques to generate scripts, educational content and creative ideas.
Responsible use
Understand the opportunities, limitations and risks of AI generated content in professional use.
Platform confidence
Navigate HeyGen and Synthesia confidently and understand the principal capabilities of each.
AI video creation
Create AI powered videos with digital avatars, synthetic voices, templates and automated tools.
Structured content
Develop structured educational videos, tutorials, onboarding materials and presentations.
Your own video project
Finish the programme with an AI generated training video, developed and refined for your own use case.
HeyGen and Synthesia, in practice
You work in both AI video platforms, from first steps to intermediate features, and learn which one suits each type of video.
Days 1 and 2Modules 5 to 7
HeyGen
- Avatars, AI voices and text to video
- Templates, scripts and basic editing
- Avatar personalisation and voice settings
- Multilingual translation, lip sync and captions
- Tutorials with scene based editing
Day 2Modules 8 and 9
Synthesia
- Workspace, AI avatars, voices and templates
- Presentation and document to video
- Screen recordings and scene editing
- Branding and multilingual content
- Interactive elements and knowledge checks
Module 10
HeyGen vs. Synthesia
Strengths, limitations and suitable use cases, so you can choose the right tool for every video format.
Three days, step by step
Each day combines theory, live demonstrations and hands on practice. All times are Central European Time (CET).
November 2026
CET- Live training days
- Tutoring day, proposed
18 contact hours over three days
Day 1Monday 2 November 2026
Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI and a practical introduction to AI video creation
09:0009:30
Introduction and expectations
Welcome, learning objectives, participant expectations and practical use cases
09:3010:30
Module 1
AI fundamentals
AI, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Generative AI and Large Language Models; differences between traditional and generative AI
10:3010:45
Break
10:4512:00
Module 2
Generative AI in practice
Text, image, audio and video generation; practical applications; introduction to commonly used Generative AI tools
12:0013:00
Lunch
13:0014:00
Module 3
Effective prompt engineering
Prompt structure, role and context, iterative refinement, developing scripts and educational materials with Generative AI
14:0014:45
Module 4
Responsible AI usage
Hallucinations, misinformation, privacy, copyright, deepfakes, consent and human oversight
14:4515:00
Break
15:0016:00
Module 5
Introduction to HeyGen
Platform navigation, avatars, AI voices, text to video, templates, scripts and basic video editing
16:0016:30
Hands on
Guided practical exercise
Create a short AI generated introductory or instructional video using HeyGen
Day 1 practical outcome
Participants understand Generative AI fundamentals, can develop effective prompts and create their first short AI generated video using HeyGen.
Day 2Tuesday 3 November 2026
AI video production with HeyGen and Synthesia, from basic to intermediate
09:0009:30
Recap and video production workflow
Review of Day 1, AI assisted storyboarding and the steps of creating professional training videos
09:3010:45
Module 6
HeyGen intermediate features
Avatar personalisation, voice configuration, multilingual video translation, lip sync, captions, visual assets and branding
10:4511:00
Break
11:0012:00
Module 7
HeyGen training video production
Creating tutorials and learning videos, scene based editing, AI assisted scripts and improving video quality
12:0013:00
Lunch
13:0014:00
Module 8
Synthesia fundamentals
Workspace, AI avatars, voices, templates, text to video, presentation or document to video, and the video editor
14:0014:45
Module 9
Synthesia intermediate capabilities
Screen recordings, scene editing, branding, multilingual content, interactive elements and knowledge checks
14:4515:00
Break
15:0015:45
Module 10
HeyGen vs. Synthesia
Strengths, limitations, suitable use cases, production workflows and selecting the right tool for different video formats
15:4516:30
Hands on
Exercise and project preparation
Create or improve an instructional video, review results and prepare a project for the tutoring day
Day 2 practical outcome
Participants can work with both platforms, apply selected intermediate features and develop a short instructional or training video following a structured workflow.
Day 3Tuesday 17 November 2026, proposed date
Online tutoring, guided practice and individual video projects
The third day focuses on practical application, troubleshooting, individual support and the development of real world AI generated training materials.
09:0009:30
Project start
Review individual learning objectives, project ideas and intended video outcomes
09:3010:45
Hands on
Guided project development I
Develop scripts, storyboards, scene structures, narration and visual concepts
10:4511:00
Break
11:0012:00
Hands on
Guided project development II
Produce content using HeyGen or Synthesia, with live instructor assistance
12:0013:00
Lunch
13:0014:15
Intermediate application and troubleshooting
Avatar configuration, voice and language settings, editing, branding and technical challenges
14:1514:30
Break
14:3015:30
Video review and optimisation
Review quality, accuracy, clarity, accessibility and instructional effectiveness; refine outputs
15:3016:15
Project presentations and feedback
Participants present their video projects and receive individual recommendations
16:1516:30
Wrap up and next steps
Best practices, reusable workflows, remaining questions and recommendations for continued independent work
Day 3 practical outcome
Each participant or small group will have developed and refined an AI generated instructional or training video based on a practical use case of their choice.
Book your place
One fee covers the complete programme: both live training days and the online tutoring day.
What you need
Computer and connection
A laptop or desktop computer with a modern web browser and a stable internet connection.
Tool access
Access to the selected Generative AI tools is provided for a limited time.
HeyGen and Synthesia accounts
Individual accounts with suitable subscription levels for the planned exercises.
Headphones and microphone
For interactive participation in the live online sessions.
Your own material (optional)
Training content, slides, company branding or instructional materials to turn into AI videos.
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