AI Career Essentials Programme | 6 weeks. No admin fee.

Gain Essential AI Skills to Take Your Career to the Next Level.

  • A comprehensive and immersive understanding of various AI concepts
  • AI tools to refine your job search, CV, and personal branding
  • Ideate, strategise, and execute key entrepreneurial tasks using AI
  • Be part of an active African AI community

Duration: 6 Weeks
Commitment: 5-10 hrs/week, Online
Applications close: 23 May 2024
Start date: 3 June 2024
Cost: No Admin fee

Accelerate Your Career

This programme combines an introduction to various AI tools with key features of essential ALX offerings. The soft skills and practical skills you will learn will help you leverage advanced AI tools. Having these skills is critical to finding success in your current or future career.

The part-time programme is 6 weeks long and covers the 8 meta skills from ALX Foundations. This includes leadership, communication, entrepreneurship, and career success training that forms you into a well-rounded professional.

In the end, you will walk away with a winning CV and upgraded personal portfolio. You will understand how to ace interviews, use AI tools to excel at tasks, and lead in the workplace. All this and more to prepare you for a fruitful career ahead.

It is the perfect programme for people who are currently seeking work. It is also beneficial for those who already have work, but want to upskill for the digital future.

Prepare For A Successful Career in Tech

Soft skills, like leadership and critical-thinking, are critically important to today’s digital workforce.

83%

Companies claim that AI is a top priority moving forward

60%

Organisations reported career readiness opportunities increase employee retention

Forbes, LinkedIn

Top Employers Who Are Hiring

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Who This Programme is For

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You are just starting your career and want to brush up on key essential skills that will help you land a job.

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You are interested in learning how to use AI and other tools to help kickstart your career by building your personal brand.

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You are looking to switch career paths and need to brush up on leadership and professional skills to put you ahead of the competition.

Your Next Big Career Move Starts Now

You will learn 8 key meta skills that will help you in whatever career path you choose. They teach you how to work better with others, leverage the benefits of AI and tech, and the practical skills you need to present your best self to employers.

These 8 meta skills include

  • Leading Self
  • Leading Others
  • Critical Thinking
  • Entrepreneurial Thinking
  • Quantitative Reasoning
  • Communicating for Impact
  • Managing Complex Tasks
  • Tech Ecosystem
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Our Learner’s Journey

"ALX has been an opportunity I would forever appreciate. The community, network, learning platform, and opportunities are top-notch and something I will 100% recommend. The mode of learning and projects will compel you to give your best and be easy to understand. By the end of my program, I look to become a qualified software engineer and create an app or software that will solve a global problem."

Abdul Latif Mohammed Rufai

Ghana

"The course is very loaded, but beginner friendly. And the community is great so its easy to get answers and help when need be. The higher you go, the cooler it becomes."

Ametepe, Awusi Dagbenya

Ghana

"ALX has opened my eyes in so many ways-aside from the vast knowledge gained during the program, the massive community has conditioned my mindset to believe in winning and helping others win. The growth mindset I learned from Alx training has kept me on track to reach my ambitions."

Jermin Amartey

Ghana

Curriculum

You’ll learn about

  • How to define and achieve your own personal career goals.
  • The value of interpersonal skills in the workplace.
  • Best practices for building and maintaining your CV.
  • The essential features of entrepreneurship and how to build your own brand.
  • How to communicate effectively and efficiently with stakeholders.
  • How to use AI tools in your work.

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Course Duration & Learning Modalities

6 weeks 20 hours per week, Online
15% Live Learning
10% Peer Learning
70% Doing Projects
5% Taking Quizzes

How You’ll learn

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Work through downloadable content and online instructional material at your own pace.

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Interact with your peers and mentors online or in-person at our Tech Hubs.

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Supplement your learning with interactive content including video lectures and walk-throughs.

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Test your knowledge with weekly quizzes and projects based on the latest in tech.

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Investigate real-world case studies and learn to apply your skills practically.

Fees & Financing

Our partnerships allow us to offer eligible candidates access to sponsored world-class training with programme costs waived.

For all successfully accepted learners, ALX charges a one-time administration fee, payable upfront or in monthly instalments to confirm your enrollment in your programme.

 

2024 Administration Fee: $0

Pay in Full (discount 20%): $0

2x Instalment Plan: $0

Pay as you Learn (monthly): $0

Programme Requirements

  • 18-34 years old
  • Of African origin
  • Ability to write and speak English proficiently
  • A laptop or desktop computer with access to a stable internet connection

 

FAQs

What is this career-readiness programme?

This programme is designed for both job-seekers and employed people aiming to elevate their professional skill sets. It has a flexible, part-time structure that allows seamless integration with work life and fosters a dynamic learning experience. Made for career-driven individuals who are looking for practical web application experience enriched with AI tools to meet industry demands.

Why should I sign up?

This programme highlights the critical role of Al in job readiness and advancement. It equips learners with vital communication, teamwork, and leadership skills taught through 9 key modules.

In the end, learners will leave with comprehensive digital proficiency, including how to use Al tools for personal career growth.

What is the Programme objective?

What is the Programme objective?

The main objective is for learners to gain comprehensive work readiness skills by integrating elements from various other ALX programmes. By the end, learners will be prepared to access various professional roles. During the process, they will have access to support centres for peer-led learning, collaboration, and knowledge sharing, including our in-person Hubs. In the end, this programme is meant to accelerate your job search, enhance your personal CV and portfolio, and excel in interviews by leveraging specific Al and professional

What makes this programme unique?

Offers a holistic approach to career readiness that combines foundational skills with ALX

Foundations and cutting-edge technology expertise with Al tools.

What practical skills will I learn in this programme?

The programme prioritises practical job skills training, including communication, teamwork, and problem-solving training. Learners will also develop a compelling online presence that showcases their individual brand to potential employers in the job market.

What outcomes can I expect after completing this programme?

By continuously aligning with industry demands, learners will become in-demand professionals.

With both technical knowledge and essential soft skills critical to success in the modern workplace,

learners can expect career growth and long-term retention.

How can I get in touch with ALX Africa to answer the questions I have?

Please ask LEA our Learning Experience Assistant for more information and answers to any

additional questions.