Key Takeaways
El Salvador is taking a major step forward in its quest to become a Bitcoin-friendly nation with the launch of a nationwide training program aimed at certifying 80,000 government employees in the use of cryptocurrency.
The National Bitcoin Office-led initiative marks a major expansion of the country’s efforts to integrate Bitcoin into its economic and governmental systems and solidify its position as a hub for digital innovation.
The “Certification in Public Administration 1” is a comprehensive 160-hour online course divided into seven modules designed to educate El Salvador’s civil servants about Bitcoin. The course covers vital areas such as the legal aspects of Bitcoin, strategic management, and the public policies associated with its use as legal tender.
The Higher School of Innovation in Public Administration (ESIAP), established by President Nayib Bukele in August 2021, will conduct the training. The goal is to enhance the quality of governance in El Salvador through this specialized training.
Stacy Herbert, the director of the National Bitcoin Office (ONBTC), is optimistic about the program’s potential long-term benefits. She believes that educating civil servants about Bitcoin will multiply the positive effects on the national economy.
She stated :
“These education projects are long-term investments in the future success of El Salvador and its policies regarding Bitcoin and technology.”
This initiative is a key component of a broader strategy to develop a workforce proficient in Bitcoin, reinforcing El Salvador’s position as a leading nation in cryptocurrency adoption globally.