Applied Government AI Bootcamp (Self-Paced)
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Self-paced online training with expert support 6 modules

$2,599 18 clock hours Live Support Start anytime

This course includes

  • 18 hours of project-based training from experts
  • 22 training videos
  • Additional elective course
  • Answers from real instructors
  • Additional 1-on-1 mentoring outside of class
  • Proprietary workbooks included
  • Retake for free within 1 year
  • Verified digital certificate of completion
  • Learn at an accredited institution

Special Promotion: Receive one free elective (AI for Federal HR Classification, or AI Applications & Challenges for Auditors) when you register for this program. Contact us after enrolling to be added to the class.

This course is self-paced. For live online or in-person instruction, take Applied Government AI Bootcamp.

This bootcamp introduces government workers to the fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence (AI), including machine learning, deep learning, and large language models, with a focus on enhancing productivity, decision-making, and problem-solving. Participants will understand AI’s impact on efficiency and operations while addressing ethical, legal, and regulatory considerations. This four-hour, interactive training covers core AI concepts, data literacy, and prompt engineering, offering practical examples and hands-on activities for real-world applications in government.

In addition to the core courses, participants can choose from three specialized options: AI in project management, focusing on tasks like risk analysis and scheduling; AI for federal HR classifiers, streamlining position classification while ensuring compliance; or AI in auditing, enhancing fraud detection and efficiency while addressing ethical and regulatory concerns.

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Courses & Videos in This Package

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Unit 1 4 Hours

AI Fundamentals for Government Employees Course (Self-Paced)

This course is designed to introduce government workers to the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI). This course provides foundational knowledge of AI technologies like machine learning, deep learning, and large language models, and understand how AI can be used to enhance productivity, decision-making, and problem-solving. Participants will gain a clear understanding of how AI can enhance efficiency, decision-making, and productivity while also addressing the ethical, legal, and regulatory aspects of AI use.

  • Define artificial intelligence (AI) and understand its key terminology.
  • Explain the architecture of AI systems, focusing on language models and neural networks.
  • Engage in meaningful conversations with AI to get the output you need.
  • Understand how AI can be applied in government-related tasks, such as data analysis, decision-making, and policy research.
  • Evaluate the potential implications of AI technologies on privacy and data security, especially concerning sensitive government data.
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Lesson 1: Introduction to AI
Lesson 2: AI Technologies & Usage
Lesson 3: Ethical, Legal, and Regulatory Considerations for AI

Unit 2 4 Hours

AI & Data Literacy for the Government Workforce Course (Self-Paced)

Through practical examples and hands-on activities, participants learn how to use AI tools and interpret data in a government context, building digital confidence and supporting smarter, more informed decision-making.

  • Define basic AI and data concepts including algorithms, models, structured vs. unstructured data, and data visualization
  • Recognize AI applications already in use across government — fraud detection, document automation, chatbots, and predictive analytics
  • Interpret data visualizations and AI-generated output critically, including prediction scores, category labels, and generated insights
  • Identify ethical risks in AI use including bias at every pipeline stage, hallucinations, and deepfake threats
  • Apply responsible AI practices using the DIG framework, the ACHIEVE decision model, and the RACE prompt framework
  • Verify AI output using a structured seven-point validation checklist and document decisions in an AI Decision Log

Unit 3 4 Hours

AI Prompt Engineering for Government Workforce Course (Self-Paced)

As AI tools become more common in government environments, knowing how to communicate clearly and responsibly with AI systems is an essential skill. This course equips participants with foundational prompt engineering techniques that help improve productivity, enhance clarity, and reduce risk when using AI to support government work.

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Lesson 1: Introduction to AI and Prompt Engineering
Lesson 2: Crafting Effective AI Prompts
Lesson 3: Practical Application and Challenges

Unit 4 6 Hours

AI for Project Management Course (Self-Paced)

Receive a practical overview of how artificial intelligence can be utilized to positively impact project management success by demystifying artificial intelligence and providing practical steps for incorporating AI into project processes.

  • Define artificial intelligence and its core concepts, including natural language processing, machine learning, and generative AI, in the context of project management.
  • Explain how AI tools can enhance project planning, scheduling, risk management, reporting, and stakeholder communications.
  • Apply real-world examples of AI use in federal project environments to improve efficiency and decision-making.
  • Identify ethical, legal, and compliance considerations, including bias, privacy, transparency, and federal AI guidelines, that impact AI adoption.

Choose between one of these courses to supplement your learning experience. Choose your date after you register for the program.

Bonus 6 Hours

AI for Federal HR Course (Self-Paced)

Learn to use AI confidently in federal HR work to improve classification, hiring, and employee development while applying sound judgment to ensure fairness, accuracy, and compliance.

  • Summarize key terminology in artificial intelligence (AI).
  • Explain the architecture of AI systems.
  • Identify HR challenges with AI ethical and legal standards.
  • Demonstrate how AI can be used in HR operations.
  • Ensure compliance with OPM rules and regulations.

Bonus 6 Hours

AI Applications and Challenges for Auditors Course (Self-Paced)

Tailored for federal audit professionals, this foundational course introduces the use of AI in auditing and addresses the legal, technical, and ethical challenges that come with its implementation.

  • Understand the core concepts of AI and how they apply to audit activities such as predictive analytics and automation.
  • Review past and current regulatory guidance from U.S. agencies and global standards bodies.
  • Identify and evaluate ethical risks including bias, transparency, privacy, and accountability in AI-assisted decision-making.
  • Examine real-world use cases in audit functions such as fraud detection, anomaly identification, and document analysis.
  • Learn how to streamline administrative processes using AI tools in audit workflows.
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