IEP Award in AI for Employability
Who is this Program for?
- First-line employability managers.
- Frontline employability practitioners.
Program Overview
As we navigate the ever-evolving landscape of technology, we must embrace the limitless potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI). With its ability to learn and adapt, AI has become a driving force behind countless advances in our daily lives. From personalised recommendations to medical diagnoses, AI is transforming the way we live and work.
Utilising AI tools can empower frontline employability practitioners with innovative technologies, ethical frameworks, and data-driven approaches. These tools can support practitioners in delivering more efficient, personalised, and effective services to participants, enhancing their ability to navigate the job market, identify suitable career paths, and prepare for successful job applications and interviews.
The IEP Award in AI for Employability provides employability practitioners with the opportunity to gain specialist AI insights and to explore the incredible possibilities that AI offers in the employability sector, equipping you with practical tools to effectively apply AI with your participants to help support them into sustainable work.
Structure and Timings
This is a blended learning program. Combining virtual classroom sessions, learner activities, and portfolio creation. The course has three levels of accreditation – bronze, silver and gold, depending on the amount of extra learning activity completed.
Bronze – 2-hour interactive eLearning session plus 3-hour Social and Collaborative Session.
Silver – Additional 4 hours of self-directed study.
Gold – Additional 2 hours of self-directed study.
Learning Delivery and Assessment Method
Combining virtual classroom sessions, learner activities, and portfolio creation, the IEP Award in AI for Employability starts by introducing learners to common AI platforms before exploring the ethical considerations and implications of AI. The remaining sessions focus on the direct application of AI on the front-line including how to create and tailor CV’s, prepare participants for interviews, conduct skills audit and skills gap analysis and produce career development plans.
Subjects Covered
An Overview of AI
Embark on a journey through the fascinating world of artificial intelligence. From its historical roots to its modern-day applications, AI has evolved into a transformative force that permeates nearly every aspect of our lives. This learning aims to provide you with a comprehensive overview of AI.
Ethical Considerations in AI
As AI becomes increasingly integrated into various aspects of society, it is crucial to understand the ethical implications that accompany its deployment. This module aims to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the theoretical frameworks and legislative measures that underpin ethical AI practices, while also addressing the critical issues of bias and fairness.
Data Analysis in AI
In this module on data analysis and AI, we explore the transformative power of data-driven insights and the ethical responsibilities that come with harnessing this potential. In today’s digital age, organisations across industries rely on data analysis to make informed decisions and drive innovation. This module aims to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively conduct data analysis while upholding ethical standards, especially regarding data protection under GDPR regulations.
AI and the Journey to Work
In this module on AI and the Work Journey, we will explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and career development. In today’s rapidly evolving job market, AI is revolutionising the way individuals navigate their professional paths, from crafting CV’s and cover letters to preparing for interviews and beyond. This module aims to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to make use of AI tools effectively throughout the work journey.
Assessment
Assessment is via knowledge checks during each module. For Silver and Gold accreditation, evidence of learning is submitted and feedback provided by the assessor.
Benefits of Learning
Understanding AI tools and their potential
The learning covers identifying various AI tools, their purposes, and providers relevant to the employability sector. This knowledge can help practitioners recognise the potential applications of AI and make informed decisions about integrating appropriate tools into their practice.
Exploring AI benefits and challenges
By examining the benefits and challenges associated with using AI in employability settings, practitioners can develop a balanced perspective and strategies to maximise the advantages while mitigating potential risks or limitations.
Creating effective AI prompts
The learning focuses on the skill of crafting prompts for AI tools, ensuring accuracy, and capturing the nuances of participants’ needs. Effective prompting can enhance the quality of AI-generated outputs and tailor them to individual participant circumstances.
Ethical considerations and bias mitigation
Practitioners will gain insights into the ethical implications of AI algorithms, potential biases, and fairness issues. This understanding can help them develop strategies to ensure transparency, accountability, and inclusivity when utilising AI technologies, protecting participants’ rights and avoiding discrimination.
CV optimisation and skills analysis
The learning covers the use of AI platforms for optimising CVs, aligning them with job requirements, and conducting skills audits and gap analyses. These tools can assist practitioners in providing personalised career guidance, identifying transferable skills, and creating tailored development plans for participants.
Labour market analysis and career advice
By learning how to leverage AI for analysing job market trends and mapping skills to different career paths, practitioners can offer more accurate and data-driven career advice, helping participants make informed decisions and explore suitable job opportunities.
Interview preparation and soft skills assessment
The learning equips practitioners with AI-powered tools for generating mock interview questions, assessing soft skills, and matching job roles with appropriate interview questions. This can enhance participants’ preparedness for job interviews and help them highlight their relevant skills and qualifications.
Streamlining processes and time management
By integrating AI tools into their workflows, practitioners can potentially save time on repetitive tasks, such as CV analysis, skills assessments, and job market research, allowing them to focus more on providing personalised support and guidance to participants.
Pricing
Award in AI for Employability – Bronze
Award in AI for Employability – Silver
Award in AI for Employability – Gold
Potential discounts for volume, smaller organisations, charities, not-for-profits and self-funders are available. Please contact learning@iemployability.org to discuss.
Unit Rate
£100.00
£125.00
£150.00
Unit Rate (Inc VAT)
£120.00
£150.00
£180.00
