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OpenAI Academy: AI Foundations
OpenAI's flagship applied-AI literacy course — now free and open to anyone with a ChatGPT account, no longer limited to employer/university pilots.
Cost
FREE
Renewal
One-time course badge — no renewal required.
Level
Foundational
Difficulty
Beginner
Eligibility
Open to anyone with a free ChatGPT account — no prerequisites.
Exam format
Self-paced course inside OpenAI Academy, about 70 minutes long, with a 20-question assessment; scoring 80% or higher earns an OpenAI Academy course badge. Publicly available since September 2026 (previously limited to employer/university pilots).
Exam topics
- How large language models work and their limits
- Effective prompting, iteration, and adding context
- Reviewing and verifying AI-generated outputs
- Responsible and safe everyday use of ChatGPT
Learning resources
- OpenAI Academy course catalog
- OpenAI Help Center: OpenAI Academy courses
Career opportunities
AI-enabled knowledge workerPrompt-literate analystDigital workplace trainer
Pricing and exam details are provided for informational purposes and may change. Confirm current details on the official provider page before registering.