The AI Essentials for Training Managers Certificate program was created to help training managers get up to speed on the basics of integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into corporate training processes. AI has the power to transform how training and development programs are designed, delivered and optimized, but knowing how to best use AI for these purposes can be challenging. 

Currently, there is no established industry standard for using AI in learning and development (L&D). This course will guide you in developing your own standards and best practices through hands-on practice with AI, providing practical guidance on applying high-level generative AI principles across a broad range of scenarios. You will receive guidance on prompt structure, explore various AI applications in corporate training, and learn how to implement AI in your L&D programs to streamline instructional design, optimize reporting and maximize learning outcomes.

Additionally, the course will help you understand the logical connections between conventional L&D practices and recent AI technologies, offering greater flexibility. You will also have the opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations with your peers to further your foundation of AI literacy.

With opportunities to practice using a variety of generative AI tools in real-world scenarios, you will engage in knowledge sharing and discovery with your peers, helping you identify and apply AI where it will be most useful to you. Thus, this course will help you embrace innovation, revolutionize training and drive results, proving your value to the business.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

This research-based certificate targets several areas of Training Industry’s Training Manager Competency Model™, including developing and delivering training solutions, optimizing L&D processes, managing learning technology and selecting and managing the resources needed to execute an effective training plan. 

After earning this certificate, you will be able to:

• • Use AI for skills gap analysis, needs assessment, competency mapping and subject matter expert (SME) collaboration.
  • Develop AI-assisted learning content, assessment content and module descriptions.
  • Rapidly generate personalized learning pathways and curriculum taxonomies.
  • Integrate AI tools and analytics with existing LMS and education platforms.
  • Increase the quality and frequency of your stakeholder communication.
  • Extract advanced analytics, insights and recommendations from engagement metrics and learner-generated content.
  • Use AI to evaluate training effectiveness and enhance learner engagement.
  • Address ethical and privacy concerns in AI-enabled learning environments.

COURSE OVERVIEW

During the course, you’ll complete the following lessons, which also include practical application activities:

Prework – Introductory Activity to Using Generative AI in L&D

Lesson 1 – Foundations of AI in L&D
Lesson 2 – AI-Driven Content Creation and Curriculum Design 
Lesson 3 – Personalization and Adaptive Learning Pathways
Lesson 4 – Data-Driven Insights and Learner Analytics
Lesson 5 – Integrating AI with LMS and Learning Tech Platforms
Lesson 6 – Enhancing Learner Engagement with AI
Lesson 7 – AI for Talent Development and Skills Gap Analysis
Lesson 8 – Ethical and Privacy Considerations in AI-assisted Work
Lesson 9 – Developing Your AI-Enabled L&D Strategy
Lesson 10 – Preparing for the Future

You’ll work through several activities and examples designed to give you experimentation time to understand the diverse applications of AI in L&D.

View the course agenda for more details.