IBM SkillsBuild: AI Fundamentals: Foundations for Understanding AI
From IBM SkillsBuild
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What you'll learn
You learn how human learning differs from machine learning, the main types of machine learning, how neural networks and deep learning work, and how to weigh AI ethics and use AI tools responsibly, passing quizzes at 80 percent.
- Human versus machine learning
- Types of machine learning
- Neural networks and deep learning
- AI ethics
- Responsible use of AI tools
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Is this right for you?
- Level
- Beginner People new to this. You can start today with no experience.
- What you get
- A verified digital badge you can share on LinkedIn in one click. It costs nothing to take.
- How you learn
- Online, self paced.
- How to use it
- Share the badge to LinkedIn in one click, add its verification link to your résumé, and send it to recruiters as proof you can do this today.
- Why it's worth it
- Fast, practical proof that you are ahead on AI. It shows initiative, gives you skills you can use the same day, and hands you something concrete to talk about with every hiring manager.
What you will payNothingThe learning and the badge are free.
- Time
- Not published (Credly lists time as 'Days').
- Before you start
- Free IBM SkillsBuild registration; separate enrollment links for adults 18+ and for high school students and educators. Pass end of module quizzes with 80% or higher.
- How you are tested
- Online, self paced.
- Renewal
- None stated.
- Full cost details
- $0 (Credly listing states Cost: Free).
- Where it applies
- Online; open to registered adult learners including US learners.
Checked at the source Oct 13, 2026
Sources and what we verified
IBM SkillsBuild Credly badge: Cost Free, 80% quiz requirement, adult enrollment ↗What we verified: Issuer controlled Credly page states free and available to registered SkillsBuild users with an adult (18+) link.
Fees and eligibility can change. Confirm current terms with the issuer before you pay.
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