AI CERTs^® Announces Al Manar High Institute as First Academic Partner in Lebanon 

Beirut, Lebanon & New York, USA | December 2025 — AI CERTs®, a leading global authority in vendor-aligned and role-based AI certification, has welcomed Al Manar High Institute as its first Academic Partner in Lebanon.  

Al Manar High Institute is an educational institution in Lebanon that provides vocational educational and technological services according to international quality standards. The institute states that it has been operating since 2013 and is certified in both the ISO 9001 Quality Management System and the ISO 21001 Educational Organizations Management standard.  

As part of the new partnership, Al Manar High Institute has announced a strategic collaboration with AI CERTs® to offer internationally certified AI programs to its community and to support its vision of integrating AI across all disciplines by 2026 (as described in the institute’s own communication you shared). On this occasion, Mr. Mohammad Atwi, Founder and General Manager, stated: “This step reinforces our commitment to empowering students to lead the workforce and keep pace with global technological innovation.” 

The institute further notes that Mr. Mazen Nehme, Director of Digital Transformation and Innovation, is overseeing the strategic roadmap to ensure full AI integration across all curricula by 2026, as part of its institutional plan. 

According to Al Manar High Institute’s published profile, the institute was established in response to vocational education market needs, where certain specializations required by the labor market were lacking. Through progression across educational stages and professional qualification courses, it reports that it covers a wide range of educational, health, technical, engineering, and administrative specializations, with a focus on both specialized training and theoretical studies. The institute also indicates that it continually works to improve student and graduate skills to meet changing labor market needs, leveraging a wide network of relationships with the surrounding community and offering additional intensive courses, workshops, and seminars beyond the official curricula.  

Through this Academic Partner designation, Al Manar High Institute will integrate AI CERTs® ISO/IEC 17024:2012‑aligned certification programs into its education and training offerings. This collaboration enables students and professionals in Lebanon to pursue globally recognized artificial intelligence credentials alongside the institute’s vocational and technical education programs. 

“AI CERTs® is pleased to announce Al Manar High Institute as our first Academic Partner in Lebanon,” said Russell Sarder, Founder and CEO of AI CERTs®. “Their focus on vocational and technological education provides a strong foundation for delivering high‑quality AI certifications in the country.” 

About AI CERTs® 
AI CERTs® is a globally recognised certification body specialising in role-based credentials in artificial intelligence and blockchain technologies. Aligned with ISO 17024:2012 

standards, its programmes set a global benchmark for quality and credibility, empowering professionals with practical, job-ready skills through hands-on, real-world application. 

Serving a broad spectrum of roles, from developers and data analysts to business leaders and frontline teams, AI CERTs bridge the global tech skills gap with our ever-expanding portfolio. 

With 60+ new certifications, the organisation remains firmly positioned at the forefront of emerging technology education. For more information visit www.aicerts.ai. 

About Al Manar High Institute 
Al‑Manar Higher Institute is an educational institution in Lebanon that provides vocational educational and technological services and reports compliance with international quality standards since 2013. The institute states that it is certified in both the ISO 9001 Quality Management System and the ISO 21001 Educational Organizations Management standard and was established in response to market needs for a wider range of vocational specializations. www.almanarhighinstitute.com[2]  

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