AI Essentials
In the AI Essentials course you will learn what artificial intelligence is and how to apply it intelligently and responsibly in your work. You will work in a practical way, even without any technical background.
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In brief. AI Essentials is a 1-day classroom course. You can attend it in Amsterdam and Rotterdam, in a group of no more than 8 participants. The price is € 675,- excl. VAT per participant, including course materials, lunch on site and a certificate of attendance. For a team or department we also deliver this course in-company.
- Understand what AI is and what you can practically do with it
- Get to work with ChatGPT, Copilot and Gemini yourself
- Discover how AI makes your daily work easier
- Learn how to apply AI responsibly within your organisation
- No technical background required, explained in plain language
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In a short space of time, AI has grown from a fun gadget into an indispensable tool at work. AI is already built into many tools and systems. You can have emails drafted, reports summarised or images generated with just a few clicks. During the AI Essentials course you will learn what AI actually is, what you can do with it and what you cannot (yet). You will discover how to use AI intelligently and responsibly and what to take into account. An accessible course for anyone without a technical background.
Description
Content of the AI Essentials course
During this course you will receive an explanation of AI and the key concepts involved, in understandable language. You will learn which AI tools are widely used, how they are applied within your sector and what possibilities they offer for your work. You will get to work practically with tools such as ChatGPT, Copilot and Gemini, so that you experience straight away what AI can mean for you.
Using AI responsibly
AI offers plenty of opportunities, but there are also points to consider. How do you deal with bias, privacy and transparency? How do you stay in control of what AI does for you? You will learn to look critically at the results and to recognise where human oversight remains necessary. This gives you a sound basis for using AI without running unintended risks.
Topics
- What is artificial intelligence?
- Concepts such as machine learning, deep learning and LLMs
- What is generative AI and how is it changing our work?
- How do AI tools work under the bonnet?
- Opportunities, possibilities, limitations and risks of AI
- AI and ethics: bias, privacy and transparency
- Human oversight when using AI
- Working with ChatGPT
- Working with Microsoft Copilot
- Working with Google Gemini
- Applications of AI within your sector
- Prompting smartly and responsibly
Result
After the course you will know what AI is and be able to explain concepts such as machine learning, generative AI and LLMs. You will have a broad understanding of how AI tools work. You will see practical opportunities to use AI in your own work and sector. You will work with tools such as ChatGPT, Copilot and Gemini and know how to formulate good prompts. You will also recognise risks relating to bias, privacy and ethics, and know where human oversight remains necessary.
Target audience
This course is intended for anyone without a technical background who wants to learn how AI works and how to apply it responsibly in day-to-day work. Think of HR managers, team leaders, policymakers, teachers, marketing and communications staff, project leaders, healthcare workers and directors. Whether you are simply curious or play a role in decisions about AI within your organisation, this course gives you a solid basis.
Teaching method
The course is classroom-based and interactive. The trainer alternates clear explanations with demonstrations, exercises and group discussions. You will work at the computer yourself with AI tools such as ChatGPT, Copilot and Gemini. There is ample room for your questions and for examples from your own working practice. This way you experience directly what AI can do for you and go home with practical tools.
Prior knowledge
You do not need any technical knowledge or specific prior knowledge for this course. A little experience of working on a computer and with online tools is enough. Curiosity and the wish to put AI to practical use are the main ingredients for getting the most out of this course day.
Comments
This course offers an accessible introduction to AI for anyone without a technical background. Suitable for a wide range of professions that want to use AI responsibly.
Practical information
- Number of days
- 1 day
- Course times
- from 10 am to 5 pm
- Teaching hours
- 6 hours
- Education level
- Suitable for all levels
- Preparation time
- None
- Included
- Course materials and lunch on site
- Certificate
- At the end of the course you will receive a certificate of attendance
- Cancel
- Free up to four weeks before the start (cancellation terms)
Language
The course is given in Dutch as standard. The trainer speaks English. English-language course materials can be used. If at least 3 participants register, the course can also be given entirely in English.
In-company
Would you like to organise this training for a whole group or several groups? This can be cost-effective. For example, we can tailor the content entirely to your organisation, and training a whole group is also cheaper.
Are you looking at large numbers of participants or a complete academy? That involves a great deal. Consider planning and communication, for example, or identifying and agreeing the objectives and content of the training. Or differences in level, feedback mechanisms and safeguarding. Fortunately, Learnit has extensive experience in this field (more than 25 years) and we are happy to help you through this process.
All start dates
1 training day. Confirmed dates first, then in order of date.
- Thu 21 January 2027Certain to go ahead Amsterdam · 10:00–17:00Free cancellation until 24 December Enrol
- Tue 3 August 2027 Rotterdam · 10:00–17:00Free cancellation until 6 July Enrol
No suitable start date? Send us a date request, and we'll look at the options together.
This course for your team?
Plan your own group on a date that suits you, at your office, at our premises or online. We tailor the content to your day-to-day work, and training a whole group is cheaper than individual bookings.
- Your date and location
- Tailored content
- Multiple groups or an academy are also possible
- More than 25 years' experience
The trainers for this course
Ratings from participants after completing their course, across all courses by this trainer.
What others say about this course
"I thought it was a very good course and I think I learned a lot from it. I also got tips that you can really do something with."
“The information about courses on the website immediately gave me the feeling: this is the place for me / this is what I'm looking for. Very clear. When I registered, I received an immediate response along with additional information.”
"Extremely instructive, built up step by step and easy to understand for people with no prior knowledge of this."
"I like this kind of trainings, so I consider it should be done more often"
"It was an enjoyable course."
Training formats
Classroom
1 day€ 675,-- Pleasant venue with a good trainer
- Small groups
- Inspiring and motivating
In-company
Bespoke trainingOn request- 100% for your group
- Bespoke training
- At your place or ours
Workshop
Up to 4 hours for groupsOn request- Suitable for events
- Interactive and inspiring
- Large groups too
Private training
At our place or yoursOn request- 100% just for you
- Achieve a lot in little time
- Whenever you want
Frequently asked questions
Can I cancel free of charge?
Yes. Up to four weeks before the first day of the course you can cancel free of charge, without giving a reason. You then receive a credit note or, if you have already paid, a refund. If you cancel later, you pay part of the course fee: 25% between four and two weeks before the start, 75% in the two weeks before it and 100% in the final week. Moving to another start date is free of charge up to two weeks before the start, after that 50%. Sending a colleague in your place is always possible. Read the cancellation terms.
What will I learn in this course?
You will learn what AI is, how it works and how to apply it intelligently and responsibly in your work. Concepts such as machine learning, generative AI and LLMs are explained. You will also work with tools such as ChatGPT, Copilot and Gemini, so that you experience first-hand what AI can do for you.
Who is this course for?
The course is intended for anyone without a technical background who wants to know more about AI. Think of HR managers, team leaders, policymakers, teachers, marketing and communications staff, project leaders, healthcare staff and directors. Are you curious about the opportunities AI offers in your work? Then you are in the right place.
What prior knowledge do I need?
You do not need any technical knowledge or specific prior knowledge. A little experience of working on a computer and with online tools is enough. The explanations are in understandable language, without jargon.
What does the course look like?
The course combines clear explanation with demonstrations, exercises and group discussions. You get to work with AI tools yourself and apply what you have learned to examples from your own working practice. In this way you actively process the material and see the result straight away.
What is the delivery format?
The course is classroom-based and interactive. You learn together with other participants in a small group, guided by an experienced trainer. There is ample room for questions and your own cases.
Who teaches the course?
The course is delivered by an experienced trainer with knowledge of AI and of practice. The trainer translates complex concepts into understandable language and helps you to apply AI in your own working situation.
What do I get after the course?
You will go home with a solid grounding in AI, practical experience with tools such as ChatGPT, Copilot and Gemini, and concrete ideas for using AI in your own work. You will also receive a certificate of participation.
How can I prepare?
Extensive preparation is not necessary. It does help, however, if you think beforehand about tasks in your work where AI might be able to help you. You can bring those examples to the course, so that the material becomes practical straight away.
What if I can't attend?
Unable to attend after all? Please contact us in good time. We will arrange for your participation to be rescheduled to another date, so that you can still take the course.
Do I receive a certificate?
Yes, on completion of the course you will receive a certificate of participation from Learnit. This shows that you have built up a basis in understanding and applying AI.
How do I register?
You can book easily via the course page. Choose a date that suits you and complete the booking form. Do you have questions, or would you like to attend with several colleagues? Then get in touch with us; we will be happy to help.
What does the course cost?
You will find the current price at the top right of the course page.
Guaranteed to run: Thu 21 January 2027 in Amsterdam
This date already has enough participants. Free cancellation up to four weeks before the start, so you can secure a place now.