Certification Program

CompTIA AI Essentials

CompTIA AI Essentials is a competency certificate covering how to use generative AI tools like ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and Google Gemini effectively in the workplace. Learn prompt basics, output verification, responsible AI use, and practical applications — no technical background required.

Duration

Format

Self-Paced Online

What you'll learn

✓Understand how generative AI models work and how they are used in business contexts

✓Use AI assistants like ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and Google Gemini for workplace productivity

✓Write effective prompts to get accurate, relevant AI outputs

✓Verify and critically evaluate AI-generated content for accuracy and bias

✓Apply responsible AI practices including data privacy and ethical use guidelines

✓Automate repetitive tasks and accelerate workflows using AI tools

Curriculum

Generative AI Fundamentals

~1.5h

Prompt Engineering Basics

~2h

Output Verification and Critical Evaluation

~1.5h

Responsible AI and Data Privacy

~1.5h

Workplace AI Applications

~1.5h

Exam %Est. Time

Who this is for

Business Professionals

Anyone looking to use AI tools to work faster and more efficiently without needing a technical background. No prerequisites required.

IT Support and Helpdesk Staff

Technicians who want to understand AI capabilities and apply them in day-to-day IT support and service desk workflows.

Students and Career Starters

Those entering the workforce who want to demonstrate foundational AI literacy as a differentiator on their resume.

After CompTIA AI Essentials

Your next logical steps.

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