As a Community Manager, here at ClearanceJobs.Com, I have the absolute pleasure and responsibility of hosting LIVE events where I stream to an audience about some important topics. Topics like translating skills, certifications versus experience when hunting for a new job, and even artificial intelligence and how it affects you and your job. One question that is asked quite frequently is one that the answer is always changing, much like the context; where can I learn more about artificial intelligence?
Luckily, several authors and other LIVE hosts on our platform have covered this topic, but I wanted to post a recent update on what I have learned and the outlets that I have found when looking into official AI education.
AI Certifications and Where to Find Them
If you’re interested in formal education on Artificial Intelligence, several top institutions and platforms offer AI programs ranging from degrees to certifications. Here are some good options.
1. Universities with AI Degree Programs
- Stanford University: Known for its top-tier AI research, Stanford offers courses and degree programs in AI, machine learning, and data science.
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology: MIT has a comprehensive AI and computer science program, and they also offer online courses through MIT OpenCourseWare.
- Carnegie Mellon University: This university has one of the oldest and most well-regarded AI programs, offering both undergraduate and graduate programs in AI.
- University of California, Berkeley: Berkeley’s AI and machine learning programs are highly respected and include courses that cover everything from the basics to advanced applications.
2. Online Platforms with AI Specializations and Certifications
- Coursera: Offers professional certificates and degrees in AI and machine learning from top universities like the University of Michigan, Stanford, and DeepLearning.AI, created by Andrew Ng.
- edX: Hosts AI courses and certifications from Harvard, MIT, and UC Berkeley. edX also offers MicroMasters and professional certificates.
- Udacity: The “AI Nanodegree” and “Machine Learning Engineer Nanodegree” are industry-recognized and offer hands-on projects that make them a solid choice.
- Fast.ai: Offers practical, free online courses designed to teach AI and machine learning skills with a hands-on approach, ideal for beginners to intermediate learners.
3. Professional Organizations
- AI4ALL: This nonprofit offers summer programs for high school students, but they also have resources and workshops for continued education in AI for beginners.
- Association for Computing Machinery: Offers AI-related resources, certifications, and workshops through its Learning Center.
These programs and courses can range from introductory levels to highly advanced, catering to various learning styles and schedules. Whether you are looking for an in-person learning experience, or if you prefer distance learning, there is an option for you. Keep in mind that this industry is continuously changing, updating, and evolving, just like the subject, so with formal education, AI is an industry where you will need to continue learning and growing along with it. Stay up to date with AI news, blogs, podcasts, and education, that will keep your formal certifications relevant.
