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Demonstrable AI literacy. Based on a testable standard.

Since 2 February 2025, Article 4 of the EU AI Act requires every organisation that uses or provides AI to ensure a sufficient level of AI literacy among its staff. SAIG issues the standard that literacy must meet, and certifies the individuals who satisfy it.

The context

2 Aug 2026
Enforcement of the AI Act begins by national market surveillance authorities.
European Commission, AI Office
66%
Of large Dutch enterprises use AI.
CBS, 2025
€15M / 3%
Maximum fine for breaching operator obligations, including Article 4.
Article 99 AI Act
<25%
Of European organisations have a formal AI literacy programme.
AI Office survey, 2024

The institute

SAIG is an independent institute. We issue the standard for AI literacy and certify the individuals who meet it. We do not provide training ourselves and we do not act as a supervisor — those roles lie with others.

Not a training provider

We develop the scheme and the assessment. Training is delivered by accredited training partners.

Not a supervisor

Statutory supervision of the AI Act rests with the Dutch Data Protection Authority and sectoral authorities.

Independent scheme owner

SAIG is structured in accordance with international best practice for the certification of persons.

Who it is for

For organisations

  • Understand what Article 4 concretely requires of your organisation
  • Determine which level fits which role
  • Demonstrate concrete measures in audits and tenders
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For professionals

  • Make your AI literacy visible on your CV and LinkedIn
  • Choose the level that fits your role
  • Find an accredited training partner
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Independent and testable

Based on certification practices

The scheme, assessment and certification decision are structured in accordance with international certification best practice.

Mapped to Article 4

A direct mapping of Article 3(56) and Article 4 of the AI Act, aligned with the DPA guidance.

Independent board

A single independent board takes all certification decisions; assessment delivery and scheme development are carried out by separate parties.

Public register

Every issued certificate is verifiable through a public register and QR code.