Join the forefront of technological innovation with the Essential Applications of AI Certificate. This comprehensive program is designed to empower you with the knowledge and practical skills you’ll need to navigate the landscape of applied artificial intelligence (AI), emphasizing a no-code approach. You can complete the certificate in one year or less.
This certificate will teach you how to harness the transformative power of AI. Learning how to apply AI technologies in various ways can enhance efficiency, productivity, decision-making and innovation across diverse industries.
The certificate comprises four courses including: Foundational AI, AI Ethics, Prompt Engineering, and No Code Machine Learning. Each course will provide you with practical skills through hands-on learning to prepare you to leverage AI tools and techniques effectively.
You will learn how to create AI applications for solving problems and improving real-world processes. You’ll also learn how to analyze, design and evaluate different prompt systems and how to use machine learning models to classify information, perform data analysis and create data predictions. To ensure you have a core foundation as you learn this rapidly changing technology, you will frequently examine legal and ethical considerations in the development of AI tools and their applications.
Earning the Essential Applications of AI Certificate opens up opportunities for career advancement in roles such as AI specialists, data analysts, prompt engineers, or AI consultants in healthcare, finance, marketing and beyond.
Certificates
Computer Information Systems
Students who graduate with a degree in Computer Information Systems are qualified to work as computer programmers, mobile programmers, systems analysts, computer support specialists and website developers Learn More
Advanced Web Site Developer Certificate
This 41-credit program is designed for individuals who enter with some computer literacy knowledge and are ready to build a career in web development or enhance their current skill set. You’ll gain experience with the latest tools and technologies to create dynamic, professional websites and web applications. Learn More
Computer Technology Certificate
This certificate allows students to determine which courses they need to take to meet their personal computer knowledge and computer skills goals. Learn More
Computer User Certificate
This certificate is designed to develop an individual’s basic computer skills and Internet knowledge to manage a computer system. This certificate can be completed in one semester. Learn More
General Programmer Certificate
This certificate can be completed in one semester with 11 credit hours. Learn More
Linux Certificate
This certificate prepares the student to install, operate, and troubleshoot the Linux network including its workstations and servers, and provide security. Learn More
Internet and Computer Core (IC3) Certificate
This certificate is designed to develop an individual’s basic computer skills and Internet knowledge to promote success in using a computer in day-to-day living (school, work, personal). Learn More
Software Developer Certificate
Diving into the heart of software development, our program is your stepping stone into the dynamic world of coding and tech innovation. It's a deep dive into everything from the building blocks of programming to the intricacies of advanced development techniques. Learn More
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Certificate
This certificate provides students with the essential knowledge and skills in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning technologies and their application in business and industry. Learn More
Management of Information Systems (MIS) Certificate
This certificate prepares students to use computer technology for solving real-world business issues in information systems such as billing, payroll, financial transaction, scheduling, and customer service. Learn More
Microsoft Project Management Preparation Certificate
You can complete this certificate in one semester with classes in project management. Learn More
Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) Certificate
This certificate prepares the student to install, operate, troubleshoot, monitor and improve the performance of an Oracle database. The courses will help students prepare for Oracle Database Administrator certification. Learn More
PC Support Specialist Certificate
This certificate prepares the student to provide an entry-level support of a computer system software and hardware in a business environment or to be a liaison between the IT department and other departments in the organization. Learn More
Web Site Developer Certificate
You can earn this certificate in one semester with 16 credit hours. Among the classes you will take are Introduction to Web Design (ART 259) and Web Page Development (CIS 131). Learn More
Website Support and Maintenance Certificate
Our Website Support and Maintenance Certificate is a 28-credit hour course in which you will take classes like Adobe Photoshop (CAB 172), Web Page Development (CIS 131) and Web Development Tools (CIS 152). Learn More
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Exploring the realm of no-code and low-code AI opens doors to a variety of exciting roles. Here's a peek at some of the professions making the most of these skills:
Low-Code AI Skills
Intelligence Analysts
Business Intelligence Analysts
No-Code AI Skills
Security Analyst II (Threat Response)
ServiceNow Developer
Cyber Security Engineer II
In 2023, the median salary for AI-related roles in northeastern Illinois reached an impressive $59.02/hr. This highlights the growing value and demand for AI proficiency across industries*.
*Job Posting Analytics, Lightcast Q3 2023 Data Set, September 2023
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