INTEGRATION OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TOOLS INTO THE PROFESSIONAL TRAINING OF STUDENTS OF PROFESSIONAL PRE-HIGHER EDUCATION

Abstract

The article analyzes the specific features of integrating artificial intelligence (AI) tools into the professional training of students of Professional Pre-Higher Education (PSSVE). It is emphasized that AI functions not only as a technological innovation but also as a significant driver of educational modernization, requiring a rethinking of the teacher’s role, the renewal of teaching methods and tools, and the development of educators’ digital competencies. The study establishes that the use of AI transforms traditional approaches to organizing the educational process by promoting personalization, automating routine procedures, and creating a flexible digital environment capable of adapting to the needs of learners. A review of current regulatory documents issued by the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine (MoES) on the use of AI demonstrates the absence of methodological guidelines tailored to the needs of PSSVE institutions, which necessitates the development of internal policies for responsible AI use and adherence to academic integrity principles. The article highlights that the integration of AI technologies reshapes the traditional role of the teacher as the primary source of knowledge, strengthening their functions as a mentor, organizer, and coordinator of the educational process. Key risks associated with AI use in PSSVE institutions are outlined, including increased risks of academic dishonesty, unequal access to digital technologies, and insufficient digital literacy among educators. The importance of developing AI literacy is underlined, particularly skills related to formulating effective prompts and critically evaluating algorithm-generated results. The article substantiates the need to revise assessment methods, shifting toward tasks that develop analytical and creative thinking, and to introduce courses addressing ethi cal and practical aspects of AI usage. It concludes that the effective integration of AI into the educational process of PSSVE institutions is achievable only through coordinated development of human resources, technological infrastructure, and regulatory frameworks. Responsible and ethically grounded use of AI creates genuine opportunities for improving the quality of professional education, strengthening its competitiveness, and forming new models of specialist training in the digital era