Foundations of AI
A self-paced training program for non-technical teams
CONTEXT
What's Happening in Organizations
In many organizations today, some employees are already experimenting with AI. Others avoid it due to uncertainty or fear.
Usage is inconsistent and unstructured and expectations around what’s appropriate are unclear.
When AI use grows without shared understanding, organizations risk confusion, hesitation, misuse, or misplaced trust.
Foundations of AI exists to create a shared, practical baseline for how AI is understood and used at work.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Foundations of AI Course
Foundations of AI is a practical, human-centered training program that helps employees understand how to work with AI confidently, responsibly and effectively in their everyday roles.
The program is designed for non-technical teams and focuses on real workplace use as opposed to hype, trends or technical theory.
No prior AI experience is required.
No technical background is needed.
Foundations of AI helps organizations create a shared, practical baseline for how AI is understood and used at work.
Instead of teaching employees how to operate specific tools or follow step-by-step tutorials, the program focuses on something more fundamental:
how to think and make decisions when working with AI.
Participants learn:
what AI can and cannot do in real work situations
what kinds of tasks AI is useful for and where it is not
how to apply human judgment when using AI-generated outputs
how to avoid common risks like over-reliance, misuse, or misplaced trust
how to work with AI without giving up responsibility
This is a foundational capability program, not a technical or engineering course.
THE OUTCOME
What Participants Gain
After completing the program, participants understand:
What AI can and cannot do in their work
How to apply judgment when reviewing AI outputs
How to recognize AI's limitations and errors
Where responsibility remains with them
How to use AI confidently without blind trust
The result is confidence with clarity, not experimentation without direction.
WHAT'S INSIDE
Program Structure
Foundations of AI is delivered as a structured, self-paced program
made up of five core modules.
01 — How AI Actually Works at Work
Participants build a clear mental model of AI in plain language:
what AI is and what it is not
why it feels different from past tools
how AI generates outputs
what AI can and cannot “understand”
This module reduces fear and confusion before moving into use.
02 — Using AI as a Support, Not a Substitute
Participants learn how AI can support everyday knowledge work, such as:
drafting and refining written content
summarizing documents and information
organizing ideas and structuring thinking
supporting analysis and planning
The focus is on how people work, not memorizing tools.
03 — Giving Instructions & Reviewing Outputs
Participants learn how to work more effectively with AI by:
giving clearer instructions
adding context and constraints
understanding why AI makes mistakes
reviewing outputs instead of accepting them blindly
The focus is on how people work, not memorizing tools.
04 — Responsibility, Risk & Boundaries
Participants receive practical guidance on:
data sensitivity and confidentiality
accuracy and verification
bias and limitations
appropriate vs. inappropriate use
when human oversight is required
This is not policy-heavy or legal language just clear, common-sense boundaries.
05 — Building AI-Ready Teams
This module focuses on the organizational layer:
creating shared expectations across roles
supporting consistent use across teams
reducing confusion and misuse
preparing for future changes without overwhelm
AI becomes a team capability, not an individual experiment.
HOW IT IS DONE
Delivery Format
Foundations of AI is delivered as a self-paced online course through our learning platform.
Organizations can:
enroll learners individually
roll out the program company-wide
track learner progress and completion
Employees can complete the program alongside their regular work, without long time away from daily responsibilities.
AUDIENCE
Who This Program Is For
Foundations of AI is designed for non-technical and mixed-skill teams, including:
HR, People and L&D teams
Operations, administration, finance, marketing and communications teams
Managers and team leads
Leadership teams seeking shared understanding
Organizations early in their AI adoption journey
No coding.
No technical background.
No prior experience with AI required.
WHAT THIS PROGRAM IS - AND IS NOT
What it is
Foundations of AI focuses on:
everyday workplace use of AI
practical decision-making and judgment
responsible, appropriate use within organizational boundaries
building confidence without encouraging blind trust
What it is not
To keep the training relevant and useful over time, the program intentionally avoids:
coding or software development
engineering or system design
building automations or workflows
deep, tool-specific tutorials that quickly become outdated
trend-driven or speculative AI content
The goal is not to turn employees into AI technicians.
The goal is to help them use AI well, safely and appropriately in the work they already do.
THE BIG PICTURE
How This Program Fits Into a Broader Approach
Many organizations begin with AI Basics in Practice to introduce AI calmly and create a shared starting point.
Foundations of AI builds on that clarity by developing practical judgment, responsibility and consistent use across teams.
Once employees understand how AI behaves, where it is useful and where human oversight is required, organizations are better positioned to decide whether role-specific or tool-specific training makes sense.
This program creates the capability that makes future decisions safer and more effective.
INVESTMENT
Pricing depends on the number of learners and rollout scope.
Organizations can enroll learners individually or implement the program company-wide.
*Final pricing depends on learner volume and delivery scope.
COMPANY BENEFITS
What Organizations Gain
Organizations typically see:
more consistent AI use across teams
reduced risk from unmanaged experimentation
clearer expectations around responsibility
improved productivity in everyday work
a strong foundation for future AI initiatives
ALSO INCLUDED IS
Certificate & Reporting
Participants receive a certificate of completion confirming:
foundational AI literacy
practical workplace application
awareness of responsible use principles
Organizations can receive learner progress and completion reports if required.
Next Steps
If you’re exploring AI training for your organization and want to understand whether Foundations of AI is the right fit, we’re happy to talk.
No pressure. No preparation required on your end.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No. This program is designed for non-technical employees and does not include coding, engineering or system design.
No. The program is designed to meet people where they are and bring everyone to a shared starting point.
Yes — but not in a way that becomes outdated.
Instead of step-by-step instructions for a single app, employees learn:
what kinds of work AI is useful for
how to ask AI better questions
how to judge whether an AI response actually makes sense
when AI should not be used
We use familiar, real-world AI examples so the learning feels practical — but the focus is on skills that transfer across tools.
In simple terms:
We teach people how to use AI well, not just how to use one app.
No - for most organizations, this is a benefit.
When training focuses only on one tool:
employees struggle when the tool changes
people learn steps without understanding why
confidence drops when something new appears
This program builds judgment, habits and adaptability so the learning stays useful over time.
Many organizations jump straight into teaching tools.
What often happens:
employees experiment without clear boundaries
mistakes occur around accuracy or data sharing
confidence drops when outputs don’t make sense
usage becomes inconsistent or avoided
Foundations of AI comes before deep tool training so employees understand:
when AI is appropriate to use
how to evaluate outputs
what mistakes to watch for
where human judgment is required
With this foundation in place, tool-specific training becomes safer, faster, and more effective.
The program is designed to be completed alongside normal work. Learners progress at their own pace through a focused, efficient structure.
No. Foundations of AI is a self-paced course. Live workshops are offered separately.
Many organizations use this program as a first step, then decide later whether role-specific or advanced training makes sense.