Skills4Good AI Academy:
Responsible AI Starter Course
Get a Fast, Free Start to Responsible AI Literacy.
Join a Starter Course built for non-tech professionals ready to use AI responsibly - without the overwhelm.
• Next Cohort Begins: May 21, 2025
• Application Deadline: May 14, 2025
• FREE. By Application Only.
• Limited Spots Available.
Responsible AI Starter Course
7 Responsible AI Lessons in 7 Days.
One Powerful Preview of What’s Possible.
Who It’s For
It’s not just about using AI - it’s about using it responsibly.
This FREE Starter Course is built for non-tech professionals who want to use AI responsibly - without needing to code.
Whether you’re in business, government, education, or nonprofits, you’ll learn what Responsible AI really means - and how to apply it ethically in your work.
AI won’t replace humans.
But humans with AI
will replace humans without AI.
- - - The Harvard Business Review
What You’ll Get
Get a fast, practical introduction to Responsible AI - through bite-sized lessons, real-world examples, and global conversation. No tech background needed.
This Starter Course is your 7-day preview of the Skills4Good AI Academy, designed to upskill non-tech professionals in how to use AI responsibly, ethically, and for good.
• 7 Lessons in 7 Days (just 10 minutes a day)
• 7 short quizzes to apply what you’ve learned
• Live onboarding session to kick off your journey
• Access to our Global Learning Community
This Starter Course doesn’t include the complete 4-Level Responsible AI Literacy Model.
But it’s your first step into our global, values-driven platform for Responsible AI.
Want This For Your Team?
We prioritize cohorts sponsored by employers and professional associations.
Whether you lead a department, an organization, or a member-based community - this is an easy, zero-cost way to start building Responsible AI literacy across a team of 10+.
Contact us to book your team for an upcoming cohort.
Who We Are: Skills4Good AI
Skills4Good AI is the global platform for Responsible AI literacy - built for non-tech professionals.
We deliver short, high-impact lessons and real-world community learning to help you use AI responsibly, ethically, and for good.
Our mission: To democratize Responsible AI literacy so humans can use AI for Good and lead in the AI-automated world.
We’re proud to be shaping the global standard for Responsible AI education - one human-centered learner at a time.
What You’ll Learn
By the end of this Starter Course, you’ll be able to:
• Explain what GenAI is and how it’s shaping your work
• Use prompt techniques that get better, safer results
• Spot hallucinations, deepfakes, and copyright risks
• Understand your role in using AI responsibly and ethically
• Apply Responsible AI principles in real-world settings
What’s Inside Your Starter Course
7 lessons in 7 days
1. What is Artificial Intelligence?
2. Disruptive Applications of GenAI
3. GenAI Limitations: Hallucinations & Confabulations
4. Prompt Strategy: Ask AI to Act Like a Persona
5. Copyright & IP Risks in GenAI
6. Human Oversight in AI Use
7. Responsible AI Literacy in the Real World
What The Starter Course Is & Is Not
This Starter Course Is
• A limited-time 7-day curated preview of the Skills4Good AI platform
• An opportunity to explore the platform’s ease of use and learning experience
• A free, global community learning experience with real conversations
This Starter Course Is Not
• Access to Skills4Good AI’s 4-Level Responsible AI Literacy Model
• Access to all the platform’s global community events and workshops
• A collection of advanced lessons in Responsible AI
What Happens After the Starter Course
Your learning doesn’t stop on Day 7. After the course, you’ll be invited to complete a short survey to reflect on your experience.
You’ll also enjoy continued access to our global community - featuring polls, peer discussions, and new learning opportunities.
Ready to go deeper? We’ll show you how to upgrade to a full membership - with access to the complete Responsible AI curriculum and our global peer community.
How to Apply
We review applications on a rolling basis and onboard participants in scheduled cohorts.
Here’s how to apply:
Step 1: Complete this 2-minute application form to tell us about your background and learning goals.
Step 2: If approved, you’ll receive the onboarding details and next steps.
Step 3: Join the cohort and start your 7-day learning journey.
Spots are limited. If the current cohort is full, approved applicants will be prioritized for the next one.
Ready to Apply?
We run this Starter Course in rolling cohorts, and spots fill quickly.
Only approved applicants will receive an invitation to join the Starter Course.
We’re Here To Help!
Our Skills4Good AI team is here to support your Responsible AI journey!
Trusted by Professionals Around the World
Real voices. Real results. Real-world impact.
I have absolutely loved this course and learnt so much. It was adapted to a non-tech audience as promised, with clear, easy-to-understand language and real-world examples. So far, the most comprehensive course I’ve taken! Even joining from as far away as New Zealand, I felt included and part of the community!
Monika Hajzokova
Business Development Consultant
Language Advantage
This course opened my eyes to so much more AI harm… I feel a lot more prepared to implement Responsible AI using best practices and gold standards. In this world of ever-changing AI, I really would recommend everyone take this course!
Andrea Mataruga
Program Manager
Communitech
The Skills4Good online governance program was very thorough and touched on many relevant topics. I recommend this course to my colleagues at RBC.
Stephanie Breitman
Senior Credit Analyst
Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)
The quality of the Skills4Good board matching program was excellent. I liked their personalized service, their online videos and their prompt response times. I highly recommend them to my colleagues at Enbridge.
Laszlo Varsanyi
Vice President
Enbridge
Really enjoyed the course - the structure provided a solid foundation for me to build my AI knowledge. I would definitely recommend this to a colleague - it’s applicable, relevant, and timely.
Patricia de Asis Chan
HR Specialist
Vancouver, Canada
I’ll definitely update Sec. Kiko Benitez on how insightful this course was and how it supports employees as we integrate AI tools in the agency. It was a very good experience - I learned a lot. The platform was very easy to use, and the lessons had great visuals and clear explanations that made learning effective. I found every lesson informative and appreciated learning from other community members.
Juliet Omalza-Orozco
HR Director
Technical Education and Skills Development Authority
Skills4Good’s level of service and professionalism is top-notch. I liked their very high touch service and online board training. They made sure I understood everything and were there for me every step of the way. I give them an excellent rating and highly recommend them to my colleagues at LGM.
Diana Ricketts
VP of Strategic Partnerships
LGM Financial Services
Skills4Good AI brings invaluable expertise in privacy & AI training. This ensures our members are adeptly prepared as they venture globally.
Karen Gerwitz
President & CEO
World Trade Center Denver
The platform was very easy to navigate, and the lessons were clear, useful, and personalized. I found the community experience energizing - it made learning more engaging. This course helped me see why Responsible AI truly matters.
Jennifer Lopez
Director
National Educators Academy of the Philippines
Everyone at Skills4Good was very responsive and helpful. The board volunteer opportunities identified were very much what I was looking for and the Leaders on Board online course was interesting. I give them an excellent rating and highly recommend them to my colleagues at Shell.
Julianne Osberg
Senior Counsel
Shell Canada
Communitech is committed to integrating ethical AI principles through our Good AI initiative. Our enthusiasm is high for our partnership with Skills4Good AI, as their mandate perfectly complements our goal by addressing the digital skills gap in privacy and responsible AI.
Kevin Tuer
Chief Technology Officer
Communitech
I found the platform intuitive and easy to complete. The lessons were clear, useful, and thoughtfully designed. The community interaction made learning energizing and engaging, and I now understand why Responsible AI is essential. With great power comes great responsibility. I hope this is cascaded to all Philippine teachers.
Micah Pacheco
Program Supervisor
Philippine Department of Education
The weekly videos with Josephine were something I looked forward to - she had a ton of fascinating AI stories and news to share. Those stories are the ones that stick in my mind. Thank you so much for the experience, for the journey… I’m a definite fan and follower!
Carmela Borgers
Sr. Hotel & Wellness Manager
Javea, Spain
We’re proud to be partnering with Skills4Good AI to offer our members access to comprehensive AI education, enabling them to better understand and navigate the growing AI landscape.
Deborah Rosati
Founder & CEO
Women Get On Board
The lessons were clear, well-sequenced, and easy to absorb - starting from simple concepts and building up to more complex ones. The platform was energizing - it made learning engaging! I finally see why Responsible AI matters. I really enjoyed the course and learned a lot.
Hajji Palmero
Chief Supervisor
National Educators Academy of the Philippines
The Leaders on Board course covered a wide range of topics and was organized in a way that didn’t feel overwhelming. It was practical and easy to understand. I would recommend this course to my colleagues.
Ben Winograd
Senior Director
Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)
I found the Leaders on Board online course very practical and convenient to take. It was very clear, organized and easy to understand.
Ramon Yarde
Vice President
Equifax Canada
I loved the program and was actually a bit sad when I completed it. The information was cutting-edge and the Skills4Good AI Team was so welcoming to the community. The videos, examples, and quizzes worked incredibly well to make the learning stick… It was a wonderful experience.
Melanie Alderfer-Mowat
Communications Manager
Caledon, Canada
I found the Top 10 Privacy Compliance Tips for SMBs course incredibly valuable. The depth of content, clarity and organization, coupled with practical real-world examples and relevant quizzes, truly enhanced my understanding of global privacy compliance for SMBs. I give it a 5 out of 5 rating!
Karen Moore
Director
World Trade Center Denver
Skills4Good’s online governance course was organized, clear & easy to understand. It was practical, convenient and affordable. I would recommend this course to my colleagues.
Priscilla Sherwood
Director
Dentons Canada
Skills4Good’s board governance course was a great introduction to boards and board services. Videos were clear and easy to understand. Case studies provide good examples to illustrate point. I recommend this course to my colleagues at Shell.
Alex Markos
Production Manager
Shell Canada
The Top 10 Privacy Compliance Tips for SMBs course clear and actionable, thanks to its depth, organization, real-world examples, and high-quality video lessons and quizzes. I rate it 5 out of 5!
VP Operations
US-based global trade firm
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