AI Essentials - AIE

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AI Essentials - AIE

Vendor:  EC-Council

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Class Overview

EC-Council's AI Essentials , or AI|E, is a non-technical, foundational AI certification designed to establish a global baseline of AI literacy. It is provided for professionals who need foundational AI skills, not just technical expertise. It provides a path to validated literacy, practical usage, and confidence with AI tools in everyday work.

This hands-on program introduces professionals to core AI concepts, practical tools, and safe real-world applications. It equips learners to understand AI systems, use AI responsibly, and boost productivity across roles and industries.

AI Adoption and Skills Gap Reality
AI adoption is accelerating, but most professionals lack verified literacy:
- Up to 700,000 US Workers will need AI reskilling by 2027
- 74% of workers use AI regularly at work
- Only 33% of employees have received formal AI training
Sources: Bain & Company; Lifewire; Forbes (via EC-Council).

The Market Problem: Why Professionals and Falling Behind
AI governance gaps expose organizations to regulatory, reputational, and operational risks:
- Professionals confused by AI buzzwords and hype
- No verified skills for using AI tools effectively
- Worried about making costly mistakes with AI
- Falling behind as AI transforms every industry
- Feeling left out as AI reshapes the workplace

Learn to Use the World’s Most Powerful AI Tools
- ChatGPT
- Claude
- Gemini
- DALL-E
- AI Audio
- Copilot
- Notion AI
- Zapier AI

This 2-day program is delivered remotely, in a self-study / asynchronous learning format.

Class Details

Objectives


AI Essentials validates the skills for professionals to:
- Understand core AI concepts, terminology, and system behavior
- Effectively use everyday tools, like ChatGPT and similar platforms
- Craft clear and effective prompts to improve AI outputs
- Recognize AI limitations, bias, and common failure scenarios
- Apply AI responsibly with ethical awareness

Prerequisite Knowledge Advisory
None

Exam Information
Title: Artificial Intelligence Essentials [ AI|E ]
Code: 112-59
Format: Multi-choice questions
Number of Questions: 75
Duration: Up to 2 hours
Platform: ECC Exam Portal

AI Essentials Certification Training Class Outline


Module 1: Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
Module 2: Everyday AI Tools and Use Cases
Module 3: Building Blocks of AI
Module 4: Prompt Crafting for AI-driven Interactions
Module 5: AI Ethics and Responsible AI