AWS AI Practitioner - Foundational, Professional Certificate
Turn your interest in AI into career-ready expertise as you gain the skills to take the AWS Certified AI Practitioner exam.
Duration
Approx 9 weeks2-3 hrs per week
Build your AI and machine learning knowledge
Develop the AI and machine learning knowledge employers are looking for and take a recognised step towards a career in one of technology’s fastest-growing fields.
On this four-course Professional Certificate, you’ll gain practical knowledge of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and generative AI with AWS. Combining foundational learning with hands-on labs and exam preparation, you’ll build real-world skills whilst preparing to take the AWS Certified AI Practitioner certification.
You’ll start by exploring common AI and ML concepts, algorithms, data types, and use cases across areas such as natural language processing, computer vision, and business automation. You’ll also discover how AWS services such as Amazon SageMaker and Amazon Bedrock can support AI development, from preparing data and training models to deployment, monitoring, and lifecycle management.
Apply AI with AWS tools and services
Move from theory into practical application as you learn how to select appropriate AI and ML solutions for different business problems.
You’ll develop an understanding of model development, fine-tuning, MLOps, performance optimisation, scalability, and cost management. You’ll also explore generative AI technologies and learn how responsible AI principles can be applied to create solutions that are secure, transparent, fair, and accountable.
Prepare for the AWS Certified AI Practitioner (AIF-C01) exam
Put your knowledge into practice with hands-on labs designed to reinforce the concepts and AWS technologies covered throughout the learning plan.
You’ll revisit key AI, ML, and generative AI concepts, work through practical scenarios, and focus your preparation on the knowledge areas covered by the AWS Certified AI Practitioner (AIF-C01) exam.
The AWS Certified AI Practitioner certification validates foundational knowledge of AI, ML, and generative AI concepts and their use cases on AWS, making it a valuable credential for professionals looking to demonstrate their understanding of AI technologies. AWS describes the certification as validating knowledge of AI, ML, and generative AI concepts and use cases.
Develop job-ready AI practitioner skills
By the end of this Professional Certificate, you’ll have strengthened your understanding of AI and machine learning, gained practical experience with AWS AI services, and developed greater confidence in applying AI concepts to real-world scenarios.
You’ll also be prepared to take the next step towards the AWS Certified AI Practitioner certification and build a foundation for further development in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and generative AI.
Key skills you will learn
- Artificial Intelligence
- Machine Learning
Learning outcomes
By the end of the Professional Certificate, you’ll be able to...
- Describe the distinctions between artificial intelligence, machine learning, deep learning, and generative AI.
- Identify common algorithms, foundational terminology, and data types used across NLP, computer vision, and automation.
- Describe the core features and functions of AWS services like Amazon SageMaker and Amazon Bedrock.
- Summarise the main phases of the machine learning lifecycle, including training, fine-tuning, and MLOps.
- Explain the essential principles of responsible AI, including model bias, data privacy, and governance frameworks.
Experience required
No advanced AI or machine learning expertise is required. This Professional Certificate is particularly suited to learners who want to understand how AI technologies work, explore their practical applications, develop AWS AI skills, and prepare for an industry-recognised certification.
Whether you’re looking to add AI capabilities to your current role, demonstrate your knowledge through certification, or take your first step towards a career involving artificial intelligence, this Professional Certificate provides a structured route from foundational knowledge to practical exam preparation.
Getting started
This Professional Certificate is designed for anyone who wants to prepare for the AWS Certified AI Practitioner certification.
It is for aspiring AI practitioners, business professionals, technology professionals, data professionals, and IT specialists who want to build foundational AI and machine learning knowledge using AWS.
Professional Certificate course overview
Course 1
AWS Fundamentals of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
Explore the foundations of AI, machine learning, and generative AI, and discover how AWS supports real-world use cases.
4 tests
2 weeks
3 hours per week
Week 1
Fundamentals of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
- Fundamentals of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
- AWS Infrastructure and Technologies
- Artificial Intelligence
- Machine Learning
- Generative AI
Week 2
Responsible Artificial Intelligence Practices
- Welcome to Week Two
- Introduction to Artificial Intelligence practices
- Developing Responsible AI systems
- Transparent and Explainable AI Models
- Weekly Wrap-up
Course 2
Developing Machine Learning and Generative AI Solutions
Move from AI concepts to practical solution development using AWS tools for machine learning, generative AI, and foundation models
1 test
2 weeks
3 hours per week
Week 1
Developing Machine Learning Solutions
- Developing ML Solutions
- Machine Learning Models Performance Evaluation
- Fundamental Concepts of MLOps
- Weekly Wrap-up
Week 2
Developing Gen AI Solutions and Optimising Foundation Models
- Developing Generative AI Solutions
- Improving the Performance of an FM
- Optimising Foundation Models
- Optimising a Foundational Model with Fine-Tuning
- Conclusion
Course 3
Security, Compliance and Governance for AI Solutions
Learn how to keep AI solutions secure, responsible, compliant, and well governed across the full development lifecycle.
2 tests
1 week
3 hours per week
Week 1
Security, Compliance, Governance for AI Solutions and Essentials of Prompt Engineering
- Security, Compliance, and Governance for AI Solutions
- Securing AI Systems
- Essentials of Prompt Engineering
- Prompt Misuses and Risks
- Introduction to the Amazon Bedrock Console
- Weekly Wrap up
Course 4
AWS AI Practitioner Official Exam Prep Plan
Hone your practical AI skills and knowledge to build your confidence and prepare for the AWS Certified AI Practitioner exam.
4 weeks
2 hours per week
Week 1
Exam Preparation Part 1
- Exam Prep Overview
- Domain 1 Review
Week 2
Exam Preparation Part 2
- Domain 2 Review
- Domain 3 Review
Week 3
Exam Preparation Part 3
- Domain 4 Review
- Domain 5 Review
Week 4
Exam Preparation Part 4
- Official Practice Question Set
- Exam Prep Summary
Prove you're job ready
Highlight the new, job-relevant skills you’ve gained and supplement existing qualifications with a hard-earned, industry-specific digital certificate – plus one for every course within your Professional Certificate.
- Learn the latest in your chosen industry or subject.
- Complete each course and pass assessments.
- Receive certificates validated by the educating organisation.
- Impress employers with learning outcomes you can add to your CV.
- Make your career dreams a reality.
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How Professional Certificates work
Join a Professional Certificate to specialise your skills in your chosen area. Work through a series of topic-focused courses at your own pace, and pass the final assessment to earn a digital certificate award which proves your expertise.
Decide if the Professional Certificate is right for you with free access to the full suite of courses and assessments for 2 days.
Pay a monthly subscription fee of $49 for as long as it takes you to complete the Professional Certificate. You can learn at your own pace and cancel at any time.
Receive a certificate for every completed course and pass the final assessment to earn a digital certificate.
Use your specialist training to progress further in your career or build expertise in areas you’re passionate about.
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