AI Essentials Professional Certificate Program
100% ONLINE
Flexible learning to balance family, work, and school.
SELF-PACED
On-demand learning with interactive learning assessments.
Lead the Artificial Intelligence Revolution
The artificial intelligence (AI) certificate program at National University is designed to empower graduates with the essential knowledge and practical skills to navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of AI. It emphasizes a holistic understanding of AI’s influence on individuals, organizations, and global society, while preparing you to upskill in this emerging area.
Key Features of the AI Essentials Professional Certificate Program
- 100% online and asynchronous
- Complete in just 3 months, with an estimated 10 hours of studying per week.
- Prepare for next-generation roles as an informed communicator, strategic thinker, and responsible leader able to leverage AI for positive impact.
- Acquire a multifaceted and value-rich understanding of AI, applicable across various professional domains.
- Champion responsible for technological advancement, adapting and leading in the dynamic and complex world shaped by AI.
- Gain the skills needed to utilize AI in your career and communicate effectively with engineers and end users.
- Learn at your own pace with the asynchronous format, fitting your studies around your schedule.
Additional Program Benefits
The certificate program will equip you with the holistic AI skills to:
- Explain the mechanics and applications of AI to non-technical audiences.
- Evaluate a variety of AI tools for personal and professional use.
- Analyze the opportunities and threats presented by AI to democratic values and global society, including human agency, equity, creativity, public discourse, and employment.
- Create strategies and action plans for effectively leveraging AI within organizations.
AI Certificate Program Curriculum
Courses will provide an overview of artificial intelligence, how it works, and why it matters. You’ll develop AI literacy and the skills to assess AI-enabled
Applications. Topics covered include ChatGPT, Computer Vision, Conversational AI, Deep Learning, Ensemble Methods, Explainable AI, Generative AI, Natural Language Processing, Prompt Engineering, and Reinforcement Learning.
Courses
- AI for All: Essentials
- AI Opportunities for Organizations
- Responsible AI for Society
- AI Leadership: Advanced Applications
AI Career Opportunities
The field of artificial intelligence is experiencing significant growth. Some of the prominent roles within this sector include AI specialists, machine learning engineers, and data scientists. According to the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the computer and information technology field is expected to grow by 13 percent from 2016-2026 — faster than the average growth rate of all occupations. By 2026, another 557,100 jobs are expected to be added within the field.
Related career fields include: AI specialist, machine learning engineer, data scientist, and more.
Enrollment Details
To speak to a Professional and Continuing Education Program Coordinator about this certificate, please email [email protected] or call 805-200-2332.
Why Choose National University
- 190+ degrees, credentials, and certificate programs
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Since 1971, National University has been breaking barriers to education for busy adult learners. Our online and on-site degree, certificate, and credential programs and convenient course formats are backed by Whole Human Education â„¢, our holistic approach to your success that provides the support to stay on track, finish faster, and achieve your personal and professional goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
This program will prepare practitioners and managers in all fields to serve as informed and socially responsible thought leaders, communicators, and agents of change.
Courses will provide an overview of artificial intelligence, how it works, and why it matters. You’ll develop AI literacy and the skills to assess AI-enabled Applications. Topics covered include ChatGPT, Computer Vision, Conversational AI, Deep Learning, Ensemble Methods, Explainable AI, Generative AI, Natural Language Processing, Prompt Engineering, and Reinforcement Learning.
This certificate is asynchronous, offered 100% online, and is self-paced.
The certificate program is $375.
Students can enroll anytime by clicking here and completing the registration steps.