AI+ Human Resources™ is a modern certification designed to help HR professionals, talent teams, and future HR leaders harness the power of AI to build smarter, fairer, and more efficient people operations. This program teaches you how to use AI to enhance recruitment, automate workflows, optimize performance management, and make data-driven decisions across the employee lifecycle.
AI for Human Resources
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What you'll learn
Modern AI for HR: Learn how AI transforms hiring, engagement, and HR operations using tools for automation, screening, and insights.
AI-Powered Hiring & Talent Tools: Use AI to source, assess, and shortlist candidates faster with analytics, screening tools, and workflow automation.
People Analytics & Workforce Insights: Apply AI-driven analytics to predict trends, track performance, and support data-backed HR decisions.
Ethical & Responsible HR AI Use: Ensure fairness, transparency, bias reduction, and compliance when using AI tools in HR workflows.
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January 2026
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There are 8 modules in this course
This module covers a quick summary of what the certification is going to cover from start to finish. Here is the brief about the structure of the overall certification: Each of our certifications follows a consistent, multimodal structure to provide a flexible learning experience. The content is available across four formats: eBooks: In-depth written material for focused learning. Audiobooks: Audio version of the eBook, perfect for learning on the go. Podcasts: Engaging audio content to reinforce key concepts. Videos: Modular video chunks, each covering a specific topic. The names of the eBooks, Audiobooks, and Podcasts are the same, ensuring you can seamlessly switch between formats without losing track of the content. Videos are divided into bite-sized modules for easier consumption, and all content across these mediums is consistent, so no matter which format you choose, the information remains the same. This gives you the freedom to learn in the way that works best for you.
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Frequently asked questions
No. The course is designed for HR beginners, professionals, and non-technical learners who want to use AI in talent and people operations.
Yes. You’ll learn AI-powered sourcing, resume screening, candidate scoring, interview support, and workflow automation.
Absolutely. It introduces predictive analytics, attrition insights, performance patterns, and how to apply AI for strategic HR decisions.
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