Google AI Essentials is a self-paced course designed to help learners across roles and industries develop essential AI skills that enhance productivity and problem-solving. No prior experience is required – learners can complete the course in under 15 hours and earn an industry-recognized credential from Google.
Taught by AI experts at Google, this course goes beyond theory, providing practical, hands-on training in generative AI applications for workplace tasks, decision-making, and content creation. Whether you want to streamline workflows, analyze data, or boost creative output, AI Essentials gives you the tools to work smarter.
Estimated Time to Complete
Approximately 7 hours
Why Take This Course?
- Gain Practical AI Skills – Learn how to apply AI to real-world challenges.
- Boost Productivity – Use AI for brainstorming, research, email drafting, and more.
- Career-Ready Training – Build critical thinking, problem-solving, and AI literacy.
- Flexible & Self-Paced – Complete the course on your own schedule.
What You’ll Learn
- How AI works and its applications in the workplace
- How to write effective AI prompts for summarization, research, and creative tasks
- How to evaluate AI-generated content for accuracy and bias
- How to use AI responsibly to avoid ethical risks and misinformation
- How to stay ahead in the evolving AI landscape
Course Modules & Skills Gained
Module 1: Introduction to AI (~3 Hours)
- Learn foundational AI concepts like machine learning and generative AI.
- Understand AI capabilities, limitations, and human oversight in AI-driven tasks.
Module 2: Maximize Productivity with AI Tools (~3 Hours)
- Use AI tools to speed up workplace tasks like writing emails, summarizing reports, and organizing data.
- Evaluate when AI is best applied for efficiency and workflow optimization.
Module 3: Discover the Art of Prompt Engineering (~2.5 Hours)
- Write effective AI prompts to get accurate and useful outputs.
- Learn techniques like few-shot prompting and iterative refinement.
Module 4: Use AI Responsibly (~2 Hours)
- Identify AI biases and ethical risks in generated content.
- Recognize privacy and security considerations when using AI in the workplace.
Module 5: Stay Ahead of the AI Curve (~2.5 Hours)
- Discover emerging AI tools and innovations in the industry.
- Develop a strategy to keep up with AI advancements and trends.
Who Should Enroll?
This course is ideal for:
- Students & Professionals looking to enhance AI literacy and improve productivity.
- Educators & Researchers interested in integrating AI into their workflows.