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Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) Courses

Retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) courses can help you learn how to combine information retrieval with generative models, enhancing the quality of AI outputs. You’ll explore techniques for integrating external knowledge sources, fine-tuning models for specific tasks, and evaluating the effectiveness of generated content.

Popular RAG Courses and Certifications


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    DeepLearning.AI

    Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG)

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Prompt Engineering, Vector Databases, Embeddings, System Monitoring, Application Security, Fine-tuning, Artificial Intelligence, Model Evaluation

    4.8 stars, 217 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (217) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM RAG and Agentic AI

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Orchestration, AI Workflows, LangGraph, Agentic Workflows, LangChain, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Prompt Patterns, Prompt Engineering Tools, LLM Application, Tool Calling, Agentic systems, Multimodal Prompts, Model Context Protocol, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, AI Security, Vector Databases, AI Integrations, Software Development

    4.6 stars, 1.1K reviews, Advanced, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (1.1K) · Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Top AI program
    Top AI program
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    IBM

    RAG for Generative AI Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, LangChain, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Prompt Patterns, Prompt Engineering Tools, Vector Databases, LLM Application, Generative AI, Tool Calling, Generative AI Agents, Embeddings, Large Language Modeling, JSON, AI Workflows, AI Orchestration, Model Deployment, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Model Evaluation, Database Systems

    4.6 stars, 799 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (799) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Fundamentals of AI Agents Using RAG and LangChain

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Prompt Patterns, LLM Application, Generative AI Agents, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Tool Calling, Hugging Face, Context Engineering, Embeddings

    4.6 stars, 241 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (241) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Introduction to Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG)

    Skills you'll gain: LangChain, Prompt Engineering, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Vector Databases, Tool Calling, Embeddings, OpenAI API, ChatGPT, Google Gemini, AI Workflows, Generative AI Agents, Token Optimization, Agentic Workflows

    4.4 stars, 39 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (39) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Advanced RAG with Vector Databases and Retrievers

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Vector Databases, LLM Application, User Interface (UI), Embeddings, Large Language Modeling, UI Components, Performance Tuning

    4.7 stars, 77 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (77) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    IBM AI Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Apache Spark, Large Language Modeling, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Computer Vision, Unsupervised Learning, Generative Model Architectures, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, PySpark, Model Optimization, Keras (Neural Network Library), Supervised Learning, LLM Application, Vector Databases, Fine-tuning, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Data Science

    4.6 stars, 22K reviews, Intermediate, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (22K) · Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Top AI program
    Top AI program
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    IBM

    IBM Generative AI Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Unit Testing, Large Language Modeling, LangChain, Generative AI, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Data Wrangling, Responsible AI, Exploratory Data Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Generative Model Architectures, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), LLM Application, Keras (Neural Network Library), Supervised Learning, Vector Databases, Fine-tuning, Data Import/Export

    4.7 stars, 101K reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (101K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Top AI program
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    IBM

    Project: Generative AI Applications with RAG and LangChain

    Skills you'll gain: Vector Databases, LLM Application, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Generative AI, Embeddings, Document Management, Fine-tuning, User Interface (UI)

    4.8 stars, 273 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (273) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Building Multimodal Search and RAG

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Multimodal Prompts, LLM Application, Embeddings, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Vector Databases, Image Analysis, Applied Machine Learning

    4.5 stars, 44 reviews, Intermediate, Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.5 (44) · Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
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    Duke University

    Introduction to Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG)

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Vector Databases, Embeddings, OpenAI API, Data Import/Export, Pandas (Python Package), Generative AI, Application Programming Interface (API), Large Language Modeling, Data Processing, Data Management, Python Programming, Machine Learning

    4.4 stars, 51 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.4 (51) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    AI & LLM Engineering Mastery - GenAI, RAG Complete Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, OpenAI API, Prompt Patterns, AI Workflows, Generative Model Architectures, Fine-tuning, Model Deployment, Token Optimization, AI Integrations, Applied Machine Learning, Hugging Face, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Application Deployment, Memory Management, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Context Management, API Testing, Document Management, AI literacy, Model Optimization

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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Best Rag courses from IBM

Top-rated Rag courses offered by IBM on Coursera.

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    IBM RAG and Agentic AI
    IBMAdvanced3 - 6 Months4.6(1,140)IBM
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    RAG for Generative AI Applications
    IBMIntermediate1 - 3 Months4.6(799)IBM
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    Fundamentals of AI Agents Using RAG and LangChain
    IBMIntermediate1 - 4 Weeks4.6(241)IBM

Best Rag certificate programs

Earn a certificate in Rag from top universities and companies.

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    IBM AI Engineering
    IBMIntermediate3 - 6 Months4.6(22,315)Professional Certificate
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    IBM Generative AI Engineering
    IBMBeginner3 - 6 Months4.7(100,909)Professional Certificate
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    AI & LLM Engineering Mastery - GenAI, RAG Complete Guide
    PacktIntermediate3 - 6 Months3.8(5)Specialization

Best short Rag courses

Quick Rag courses you can complete in a few hours or less.

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    Building Multimodal Search and RAG
    DeepLearning.AIIntermediateLess Than 2 Hours4.5(44)Quick completion
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    Introduction to Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG)
    Duke UniversityIntermediateLess Than 2 Hours4.4(51)Quick completion

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