AI for Human Resources

AI for Human Resources

Instructor: AI CERTs Team

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8 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

8 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

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.

Skills you'll gain

Tools you'll learn

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Assessments

8 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 8 modules in this course

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.

Through practical, HR-focused modules, you’ll explore AI tools such as TensorFlow, Scikit-learn, and AI Fairness 360—learning how they support talent acquisition, onboarding, engagement, and workforce analytics. You’ll also gain a strong foundation in ethical and legal considerations, helping you apply AI responsibly while maintaining fairness and compliance. The course blends real-world case studies, hands-on projects, and an optional module on AI Agents for HR to prepare you for emerging HR tech trends. Whether you're an HR practitioner, business leader, talent specialist, or student entering the field, this certification equips you with skills to lead AI-driven transformation in your organization. Complete the course at your own pace, strengthen your HR capabilities with AI.

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.

What's included

16 videos1 assignment6 plugins

16 videos Total 154 minutes

Audiobook: Course Introduction 7 minutes
Audiobook Module 1: Introduction to Foundations of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in HR 75 minutes
Podcast Module 1: Introduction to Foundations of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in HR 19 minutes
1.1 AI Basics: Overview of AI, ML, DL, and NLP 4 minutes
1.1.1 ML: Types and impact on HR 5 minutes
1.2 Understanding Algorithms: Basics of AI learning from data 6 minutes
1.3 AI in Everyday Life: Examples of AI in Daily Tasks 3 minutes
1.4 From Traditional to Digital 4 minutes
1.5 Case Studies 4 minutes
1.6 Impact of AI on HR Roles 3 minutes
1.7 Recruitment and Selection 3 minutes
1.8 Employee Engagement 3 minutes
1.9 Performance Management 4 minutes
1.10 Skills Gap Analysis 4 minutes
1.11 Cultural Adaptation 6 minutes
1.12 Ethical and Responsible AI Use 4 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Quiz 1 30 minutes

6 plugins Total 90 minutes

Ebook: Module 1: Introduction to Foundations of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in HR 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Tab 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Drag and Drop 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: True or False 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Sequence Arrangement 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Knowledge Check 15 minutes

What's included

11 videos1 reading1 assignment7 plugins

11 videos Total 100 minutes

Audiobook Module 2: AI-Enhanced Recruitment and Onboarding 46 minutes
Podcast Module 2: AI-Enhanced Recruitment and Onboarding 24 minutes
2.1 Introduction to AI in Recruitment 4 minutes
2.2 AI Tools and Techniques 2 minutes
2.3 Case Studies 3 minutes
2.4 Role of AI in Onboarding 3 minutes
2.5 AI-Powered Onboarding Solutions 2 minutes
2.6 Benefits and Challenges 3 minutes
2.7 Strategies for Adoption 4 minutes
2.8 Measuring Success 5 minutes
2.9 Ethical Considerations and Bias Mitigation 3 minutes

1 reading Total 10 minutes

Hands - On 10 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Quiz 2 30 minutes

7 plugins Total 105 minutes

Ebook: Module 2: AI-Enhanced Recruitment and Onboarding 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Multiple Select 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: True or False 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Sequence Arrangement 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Case Study 1 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Case Study 2 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Knowledge Check 15 minutes

What's included

15 videos1 reading1 assignment5 plugins

15 videos Total 127 minutes

Audiobook Module 3: Enhancing Employee Experience and Engagement 59 minutes
Podcast Module 3: Enhancing Employee Experience and Engagement 18 minutes
3.1 Overview: AI’s Role in Strategic Talent Development 4 minutes
3.2 AI in Performance Management 3 minutes
3.2.1 AI in Team Performance and Behavior Analytics 3 minutes
3.2.2 AI-Powered Goal Tracking and Predictive Performance Models 4 minutes
3.3 Career Pathing and Internal Mobility 4 minutes
3.3.1 AI Mapping Career Trajectories, Matching Roles, and Growth Opportunities 4 minutes
3.4 Real-World Application (Case Study Snippet) 3 minutes
3.5 Importance of Employee Feedback 5 minutes
3.6 AI Tools for Sentiment Analysis 3 minutes
3.7 Engagement Strategies Powered by AI 4 minutes
3.8 Best Practices for Adoption: Guidelines for integrating AI technologies 3 minutes
3.9 Measuring Impact 4 minutes
3.10 Ethical Considerations and Privacy 4 minutes

1 reading Total 10 minutes

Hands - On 10 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Quiz 3 30 minutes

5 plugins Total 75 minutes

Ebook: Module 3: Enhancing Employee Experience and Engagement 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Multiple Select 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Accordian 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Sequence Arrangement 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Knowledge Check 15 minutes

What's included

15 videos1 reading1 assignment8 plugins

15 videos Total 169 minutes

Audiobook Module 4: Workforce Analytics and Talent Management 62 minutes
Podcast Module 4: Workforce Analytics and Talent Management 55 minutes
4.1 Overview of Workforce Analytics 5 minutes
4.2 Role of AI in Workforce Analytics: Enhancing Decision-Making Through AI 4 minutes
4.3 Data-Driven Talent Management: AI for Talent Strategies 4 minutes
4.3.1 Predictive Analytics is HR Practices 4 minutes
4.4 Predictive Models in HR 4 minutes
4.5 Building Predictive Models 3 minutes
4.6 Challenges and Solutions 3 minutes
4.7 AI-Driven Talent Identification 5 minutes
4.8 Succession Planning with AI 4 minutes
4.9 Integrating AI into Talent Management Processes 4 minutes
4.10 Ethics and Privacy in Data Use 4 minutes
4.11 Bias Mitigation in AI Models 4 minutes
4.12 Building Trust and Transparency 5 minutes

1 reading Total 10 minutes

Hands - On 10 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Quiz 4 30 minutes

8 plugins Total 120 minutes

Ebook: Module 4: Workforce Analytics and Talent Management 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Multiple Select 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: True or False 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Drag and Drop 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Sequence Arrangement 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Case Study 1 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Case Study 2 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Knowledge Check 15 minutes

What's included

14 videos1 reading1 assignment6 plugins

14 videos Total 115 minutes

Audiobook Module 5: Ethical AI and Bias Mitigation 49 minutes
Podcast Module 5: Ethical AI and Bias Mitigation 30 minutes
5.1 Introduction to Ethical AI 4 minutes
5.2 Ethical Considerations 4 minutes
5.3 Frameworks for Ethical AI 3 minutes
5.4 Sources of Bias in AI 3 minutes
5.5 Strategies for Bias Mitigation 3 minutes
5.6 Case Studies 2 minutes
5.7 Operationalizing Ethical AI 2 minutes
5.8 Stakeholder Engagement 3 minutes
5.9 Monitoring and Governance 4 minutes
5.10 Education and Awareness 2 minutes
5.11 Leadership and Accountability 3 minutes
5.12 Future Challenges 2 minutes

1 reading Total 10 minutes

Hands - On 10 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Quiz 5 30 minutes

6 plugins Total 90 minutes

Ebook: Module 5: Ethical AI and Bias Mitigation 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: True or False 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Tab 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Sequence Arrangement 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Multiple Select 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Knowledge Check 15 minutes

What's included

14 videos1 reading1 assignment8 plugins

14 videos Total 125 minutes

Audiobook Module 6: Legal Considerations in AI for HR 59 minutes
Podcast Module 6: Legal Considerations in AI for HR 25 minutes
6.1 Introduction to Legal Considerations 3 minutes
6.2 Data Protection and Privacy Laws 3 minutes
6.3 Employment Law Implications 3 minutes
6.4 Conducting AI Audits 3 minutes
6.5 Risk Assessment and Mitigation 3 minutes
6.6 Documentation and Transparency 3 minutes
6.7 Keeping Up with Regulatory Changes 3 minutes
6.8 Stakeholder Engagement 3 minutes
6.9 International Considerations 4 minutes
6.10 Aligning Ethical and Legal Considerations 3 minutes
6.11 Developing Ethical and Legal Guidelines 4 minutes
6.12 Case Studies 5 minutes

1 reading Total 10 minutes

Hands - On 10 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Quiz 6 30 minutes

8 plugins Total 120 minutes

Ebook: Module 6: Legal Considerations in AI for HR 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Drag and Drop 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: True or False 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Accordian 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Multiple Select 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Case Study 1 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Case Study 2 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Knowledge Check 15 minutes

What's included

14 videos1 assignment6 plugins

14 videos Total 143 minutes

Audiobook Module 7: Preparing for the Future of AI in HR 59 minutes
Podcast Module 7: Preparing for the Future of AI in HR 35 minutes
7.1 Emerging AI Technologies 3 minutes
7.2 Trends Shaping the Future of HR 3 minutes
7.3 Predictions for AI in HR 5 minutes
7.4 Skills Development for HR Professionals 3 minutes
7.5 Fostering a Culture of Innovation 4 minutes
7.6 Infrastructure and Governance for AI 4 minutes
7.7 Assessing Organizational Readiness 4 minutes
7.8 Strategic Planning for AI Integration 4 minutes
7.9 Change Management for AI Implementation 4 minutes
7.10 Maintaining Ethical Standards in Future AI Applications 3 minutes
7.11 Anticipating Unintended Consequences 6 minutes
7.12 Sustainable AI Practices 5 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Quiz 7 30 minutes

6 plugins Total 90 minutes

Ebook: Module 7: Preparing for the Future of AI in HR 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Carousel 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Sequence Arrangement 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: True or False 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Multiple Select 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Knowledge Check 15 minutes

What's included

15 videos1 assignment8 plugins

15 videos Total 116 minutes

Audiobook Module 8: Implementing AI in HR: A Practical Workshop 55 minutes
Podcast Module 8: Implementing AI in HR: A Practical Workshop 18 minutes
8.1 Identifying HR Challenges 4 minutes
8.2 Selecting AI Solutions 3 minutes
8.3 Designing the AI Project 3 minutes
8.4 Stakeholder Engagement 3 minutes
8.5 Data Management and Governance 3 minutes
8.6 Pilot Testing and Iteration 3 minutes
8.7 Performance Metrics and KPIs 3 minutes
8.8 Feedback Loops and Continuous Improvement 4 minutes
8.9 Scaling and Integration 3 minutes
8.10 Revisiting Ethical AI Use 3 minutes
8.11 Legal Compliance 3 minutes
8.12 Sustainability and Social Impact 2 minutes
Course Summary 5 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Quiz 8 30 minutes

8 plugins Total 120 minutes

Ebook: Module 8: Implementing AI in HR: A Practical Workshop 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Popup 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: True or False 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Multiple Select 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Sequence Arrangement 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Case Study 1 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Case Study 2 15 minutes
ACTIVITY: Knowledge Check 15 minutes

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