The Certificate in AI Essentials is a beginner-friendly, 100% online course designed to build practical AI skills for workplace use. Students learn how AI works, how to use tools like ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot,…
The Certificate in AI Essentials is a beginner-friendly, 100% online course designed to build practical AI skills for workplace use. Students learn how AI works, how to use tools like ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot,…
Practical, job-relevant skills for these roles. As a professional development course, it builds capability in this field rather than guaranteeing a specific role or salary.
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AI foundations and mindset: what AI is, how it learns, benefits, limitations and risks
AI tools and everyday productivity: core categories of AI tools, free vs paid tools
AI in the real world: work and life use cases, industry applications, AI and jobs
Prompting skills: prompt structure framework, improving poor AI responses, prompt chaining
Safe, ethical and responsible use of AI: hallucinations, fact-checking, privacy, bias, copyright
Hands-on first AI project: define problem, design prompts, test and refine, build workflow, document project
AI career and lifelong learning: AI skills for CVs and interviews, personal AI career action plan, AI skills statement and LinkedIn summary
Scenario-based assessment
What you’ll typically need to get started.
Requirements can vary by intake and pathway, so submit an enquiry to confirm what applies to you.
Upon completion, you earn a Certificate of Achievement from the CPD Certification Service and e-Careers, a globally recognised accreditation that validates your professional development skills to employers.
Get unlimited access to tutor support via phone and email during business hours. Expert tutors guide you every step of the way throughout your learning journey.
Study whenever suits you with 24/7 course access over 6 months. No exams, assessment is through short knowledge checks, practical activities, and a final quiz.
Instant access to the Career Centre upon enrolment, including latest job opportunities, CV templates, free personalised CV review, interview tips, and a five-step job success process.
Optional upgrade including expert career coaching, personalised career plan, LinkedIn profile review, and proven job search strategies.
Receive a virtual Student ID card upon enrolment, giving access to over 150,000 discounts on food, entertainment, travel and more in New Zealand and around the world.
Access to over 50 eBook titles to enhance your learning and knowledge.
Verify your qualification from The Career Academy with SEEK Pass upon completion, allowing you to share it on SEEK and stand out to employers as a qualified, job-ready candidate.
The Career Academy offers an online Career Centre providing career coaching, CV reviews, interview preparation, job search resources, and LinkedIn profile reviews. Students have access to a Career Success Hub, Business Hub, and Self Service Resource Hub. The centre includes one-to-one coaching from dedicated career support staff and is available to all students during and after their studies.
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The Certificate in AI Essentials is a beginner-friendly, 100% online course designed to build practical AI skills for workplace use. Students learn how AI works, how to use tools like ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot, how to write effective prompts, and how to apply safe and ethical AI practices. The course concludes with a hands-on AI project, giving students tangible proof of their new skills and a credential recognised by the CPD Certification Service and e-Careers.
Enquire about this course and a course advisor from The Career Academy NZ will be in touch with pricing and next steps.
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Last updated: July 2026