Artificial Intelligence Essentials (AI|E)

Artificial Intelligence Essentials (AI|E) is EC-Council’s foundational AI literacy certification designed to help professionals and students understand how AI systems work, how they are used, and how to engage with them responsibly. The program bridges the gap between AI usage and AI understanding, enabling learners to make informed, ethical, and confident decisions when interacting with AI technologies.

Module 01: Introduction to Artificial Intelligence

• Understand AI evolution, milestones, and future directions

• Explore human-AI collaboration

• Recognize data, algorithms, and models as AI foundations

Module 02: Everyday AI Tools and Use Cases

• Identify AI tools in daily life and workplace

• Explore AI applications across industries

• Understand AI impact on productivity and decision-making

Module 03: Building Blocks of AI

• Understand AI models, ML, NLP, and Generative AI

• Select appropriate AI tools for project needs

Module 04: Prompt Crafting for AI-Driven Interactions

• Learn prompt engineering principles

• Structure prompts for accurate and useful AI outputs

Module 05: AI Ethics and Responsible AI

• Identify ethical, societal, and security concerns

• Apply governance and responsible AI practices

• Students and Early Learners

• Non-IT Working Professionals

• IT Professionals and Engineers

• Entrepreneurs and Decision-Makers

• Analysts and Project / Operations Managers

• Educators and Trainers

• AI Enthusiasts

• HR, L&D, and People Professionals