{"id":1075467,"date":"2026-02-02T17:19:28","date_gmt":"2026-02-02T16:19:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.l-acoustics.com\/?post_type=press-release&#038;p=1075467"},"modified":"2026-02-04T20:04:35","modified_gmt":"2026-02-04T19:04:35","slug":"l-acoustics-launches-global-education-partner-program-to-bridge-academic-and-professional-audio","status":"publish","type":"press-release","link":"https:\/\/www.l-acoustics.com\/fr\/press-releases\/l-acoustics-launches-global-education-partner-program-to-bridge-academic-and-professional-audio\/","title":{"rendered":"L-Acoustics Launches Global Education Partner Program to Bridge Academic and Professional Audio"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>L-Acoustics brings professional certification and real-world expertise to leading academic institutions worldwide<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>MARCOUSSIS, France \u2013 February 2026 \u2013<\/strong>&nbsp;L-Acoustics, the global leader in premium professional audio, has launched the L-Acoustics Education Partner Program, a comprehensive initiative designed to bridge the gap between academic audio education and professional practice. The program partners with leading universities worldwide to integrate L-Acoustics professional training and certification into academic curricula, ensuring students graduate with both theoretical knowledge and practical, industry-recognized expertise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"1075475\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/la-education-partners-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Belmont University students learning rigging techniques during a visit to L-Acoustics in Marcoussis, France\" class=\"wp-image-1075475\" srcset=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/la-education-partners-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/la-education-partners-1-300x200.jpg 300w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/la-education-partners-1-768x512.jpg 768w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/la-education-partners-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Belmont University students learning rigging techniques during a visit to L-Acoustics in Marcoussis, France<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The live audio industry is experiencing unprecedented growth, fueled by surging demand for concerts, festivals, corporate events, and immersive experiences. Academic programs excel at teaching theory and studio fundamentals, while the rapidly evolving live sound sector also demands hands-on experience with current technologies and workflows\u2014particularly the ability to master real-time production in dynamic, high-stakes environments. The L-Acoustics Education Partners Program bridges this gap by bringing world-class professional training and equipment directly into the classroom, preparing graduates for the most exciting and in-demand careers in audio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"829\" data-id=\"1075472\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/la-education-partners-2-1024x829.jpg\" alt=\"L-Acoustics Connect Conference AVB Workshop\" class=\"wp-image-1075472\" srcset=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/la-education-partners-2-1024x829.jpg 1024w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/la-education-partners-2-300x243.jpg 300w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/la-education-partners-2-768x622.jpg 768w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/la-education-partners-2.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">L-Acoustics Connect Conference AVB Workshop<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cUniversities excel at teaching the theory and science of audio, and when combined with hands-on experience using professional live sound systems, students gain the complete skill set the industry demands,\u201d says Luca Iacomino, Director of Education Operations at L-Acoustics. \u201cThrough this program, we\u2019re empowering academic institutions to deliver the same professional certification that working engineers receive, giving students hands-on experience with the technologies and workflows they\u2019ll encounter throughout their careers. When these graduates enter the workforce, they arrive ready to contribute from day one.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The program offers participating institutions access to L-Acoustics\u2019 comprehensive learning curriculum, developed through decades of training nearly 20,000 audio professionals worldwide. Faculty members become L-Acoustics Certified Trainers, enabling them to deliver industry-standard courses and award recognized certifications to their students. Partner institutions gain access to L-Acoustics loudspeaker systems for educational purposes, ensuring students learn on the same advanced technologies deployed at the world\u2019s most prestigious venues and events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"1075470\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/la-education-partners-3-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Students at participating universities have access to the L-Acoustics learning community of 20,000 professionals\" class=\"wp-image-1075470\" srcset=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/la-education-partners-3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/la-education-partners-3-300x200.jpg 300w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/la-education-partners-3-768x512.jpg 768w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/la-education-partners-3.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Students at participating universities have access to the L-Acoustics learning community of 20,000 professionals<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The inaugural cohort of 17 University Partners represents a diverse global network spanning different educational models, geographic regions, and program types. They are all institutions recognized for excellence in audio education and their commitment to preparing students for professional careers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThis program represents a long-term investment in the future of our industry,\u201d says <a href=\"https:\/\/www.l-acoustics.com\/about-us\/leadership-team\/#tab-group-1-8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Etienne Corteel<\/a>, Global Director of Education at L-Acoustics. \u201cEducation has always been at the heart of the L-Acoustics mission. By partnering with the world\u2019s leading academic institutions, we\u2019re training the next generation of audio professionals, and we\u2019re advancing the entire industry. These students will enter the market with a level of practical expertise that would have traditionally taken years to develop, and that benefits everyone: the graduates themselves, the venues and production companies who hire them, and ultimately the audiences who enjoy the best shared sound experiences.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"1075468\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/la-education-partners-4-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Training at L-Acoustics Connect Conference at Le P\u00e9riph\u00e9rique \/ La Villette, Paris\" class=\"wp-image-1075468\" srcset=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/la-education-partners-4-1024x683.jpg 1024w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/la-education-partners-4-300x200.jpg 300w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/la-education-partners-4-768x512.jpg 768w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/la-education-partners-4.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Training at L-Acoustics Connect Conference at Le P\u00e9riph\u00e9rique \/ La Villette, Paris<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The L-Acoustics Education Partner Program creates a sustainable ecosystem that extends beyond graduation. Students have access to the L-Acoustics learning community of global professionals, while L-Acoustics Certified Provider partners gain access to a pipeline of qualified, certified professionals ready to meet the industry\u2019s growing demand for skilled live sound engineers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The program builds on the company\u2019s recently expanded Education Division, which in 2025 delivered nearly 100,000 hours of training and 14,000 education certificates worldwide. By extending this professional development infrastructure into academia, L-Acoustics reinforces its commitment to advancing both audio technology and the people who bring it to life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information about the L-Acoustics Education Partners Program, visit:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.l-acoustics.com\/education\/l-acoustics-education-partners\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.l-acoustics.com\/education\/l-acoustics-education-partners\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Press release assets are found by <a href=\"https:\/\/medialibrary.l-acoustics.com\/bJF5vIa3D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">clicking here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>L-Acoustics brings professional certification and real-world expertise to leading academic institutions worldwide MARCOUSSIS, France \u2013 February 2026 \u2013&nbsp;L-Acoustics, the global leader in premium professional audio, has launched the L-Acoustics Education Partner Program, a comprehensive initiative designed to bridge the gap between academic audio education and professional practice. 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