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

Receive a hands-on introduction to using artificial intelligence for government workflows, covering core AI concepts, data literacy, and practical prompt engineering skills to confidently apply AI to real government challenges and everyday work.

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This course includes

  • 20 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
  • Retake for free within 1 year
  • Access to class recordings (30 days)
  • Verified digital certificate of completion
  • Accredited program
  • Credits: 8 CEUs

Special Promotion: Receive one free elective (AI Agents for Government Workflows, Advanced Prompt Design & Reasoning Strategies for Government Professionals) 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 Government AI Foundations Bootcamp.

The Government AI Foundations Bootcamp gives government professionals a practical, job-focused introduction to artificial intelligence and its role in public service. You’ll learn what AI is, how it works, and how it’s already being used across government, including key topics like machine learning, language models, and ethical and legal considerations. The bootcamp also strengthens data literacy through hands-on exercises that help you use data with confidence, and builds prompt engineering skills so you can communicate with AI tools and apply them to real government tasks.

As part of the program, you can also choose one of two additional courses at no cost to expand your learning. AI Ethics for Federal Employees focuses on responsible AI use, covering ethics, risk management, and policy frameworks with practical examples for government work. AI Agents for Government Workflows explores how no code AI agents differ from traditional automation, how they support government operations, and how to design agent-driven workflows while maintaining human oversight and policy compliance.

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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 4 Hours

AI Ethics for Government Employees Course (Self-Paced)

Through real-world government examples and hands-on activities, participants will learn how to identify ethical challenges and apply practical solutions. The course emphasizes actionable strategies that government teams can implement immediately to build public trust and ensure compliance with evolving policies.

  • Identify core ethical principles for AI in government settings
  • Assess major risks and challenges related to AI ethics
  • Apply practical tools and frameworks to identify and mitigate ethical issues in AI projects
  • Navigate the government policy landscape for trustworthy AI adoption

Choose one course to complement your required training. Choose your date after you register for the program.

Bonus 4 Hours

AI Agents for Government Workflows Course (Self-Paced)

Participants learn how agentic AI tools work, evaluate whether they belong in your workflows, and govern them responsibly.

  • Explain what AI agents are and how they differ from automation, chatbots, and decision-support tools
  • Describe how agentic tools work at a high level — the AI model, planning loop, tool access, and containment boundary
  • Evaluate whether a specific agentic tool is appropriate for a given government workflow using a structured framework
  • Identify risks, limitations, and operational warning signs specific to agentic AI systems
  • Apply human oversight models (HITL, HOTL, HIC) and governance frameworks to agentic tool deployments
  • Assess organizational readiness for agentic tool deployment using a practical checklist
  • Identify security considerations specific to agentic tools, including prompt injection and permission models

Bonus 4 Hours

Advanced Prompt Design & Reasoning Strategies for Government Professionals (Self-Paced)
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