Format: Self-Directed, Modular
Duration: 12 Months (Flexible pacing)
Level: Intermediate to Advanced (Non-developer track)
Purpose: To transform a non-technical professional into a confident, ethically responsible, and influential AI expert user across text, image, audio, automation, strategy, and teaching roles.
📘 Programme Overview
| Module | Focus Area | Timeframe |
|---|---|---|
| Module 1 | Foundations of AI and Society | Months 1–2 |
| Module 2 | Prompt Mastery & AI Tool Integration | Months 3–5 |
| Module 3 | Applied Roles, Ethics & Professional Positioning | Months 6–8 |
| Module 4 | Thought Leadership, Teaching AI & Lifelong Mastery | Months 9–12 |
🧩 Consolidated Learning Outcomes
By completing this 12-month pathway, you will:
- Understand and explain how modern AI systems function, and their impact on society.
- Design effective prompts for text, visual, voice, and automation-based AI tools.
- Apply AI tools to solve real-world problems in education, business, media, policy, and communication.
- Create a complete portfolio showcasing your expertise, ethical stance, and user-centered approach.
- Teach others, contribute to ethical discourse, and continue learning as a thought leader.
📚 FULL MODULE OVERVIEW
✅ Module 1: Foundations of AI and Society (Months 1–2)
Focus: Conceptual understanding, literacy, and ethics.
| Week | Theme |
|---|---|
| 1 | What is AI? Definitions and Types |
| 2 | Language Models and Generative Text |
| 3 | Image, Voice, and Video AI |
| 4 | AI in Decision-Making |
| 5 | Limits of AI |
| 6 | AI Bias, Risk, and Ethics |
| 7 | Regulation, Oversight, and Governance |
| 8 | Synthesis and Reflection |
Key Deliverables:
- AI Glossary (40+ terms)
- Ethics case study & risk matrix
- Personal AI Philosophy Essay
- Visual Concept Map of AI Domains
✅ Module 2: Prompt Mastery & AI Tool Integration (Months 3–5)
Focus: Practical tool mastery and multi-modal integration.
| Week | Theme |
|---|---|
| 9 | Prompt Engineering Basics |
| 10 | Advanced Prompting Techniques |
| 11 | Text AI Use Cases |
| 12 | Visual Prompting & Image AI |
| 13 | Workflow Automation & No-Code Tools |
| 14 | Audio, Voice & Video Generation |
| 15 | Industry-Specific Prototypes |
| 16 | Multi-Tool AI Systems |
| 17 | AI Failure & Limitations |
| 18 | Personal AI Toolchain & Use Strategy |
| 19 | Project Refinement |
| 20 | Portfolio and Presentation Skills |
Key Deliverables:
- Prompt Library (10+ templates)
- Working use-case demos (text/image/workflow)
- Final AI Integration Project
- Personal AI Systems Map
✅ Module 3: Applied Roles, Ethics & Professional Positioning (Months 6–8)
Focus: Career readiness, sectoral ethics, identity, and portfolio refinement.
| Week | Theme |
|---|---|
| 21 | AI Career Mapping |
| 22 | AI in Education |
| 23 | AI in Business & Strategy |
| 24 | AI in Media & Creativity |
| 25 | AI in Governance & Public Service |
| 26 | Sector-Specific Ethical Risks |
| 27 | Freelance vs Employment Pathways |
| 28 | Portfolio Finalisation |
| 29 | Communication & Value Messaging |
| 30 | Ethical Presenting & Demos |
| 31 | Peer Feedback and Adjustment |
| 32 | Final Strategy and Career Planning |
Key Deliverables:
- AI-Enhanced CV or Consultant Profile
- Sectoral AI Case Studies (2–3)
- Ethical AI Use Agreement / Manifesto
- Career Development Plan (1 & 5 year)
✅ Module 4: Thought Leadership, Teaching AI & Lifelong Mastery (Months 9–12)
Focus: Public contribution, AI education, visibility, and sustainability.
| Week | Theme |
|---|---|
| 33 | Thought Leadership in AI |
| 34 | Finding Your AI Voice |
| 35 | AI Teaching Design |
| 36 | Workshops and Courses |
| 37 | Communicating AI Clearly |
| 38 | AI Content & Public Writing |
| 39 | Personal Knowledge Systems |
| 40 | Trends and Tool Tracking |
| 41 | Collaboration and Communities |
| 42 | Mentoring and Outreach |
| 43 | Ethical Stewardship |
| 44 | Final Capstone & Vision Launch |
Key Deliverables:
- Public Teaching or Thought Leadership Product (e.g., blog, talk, resource)
- AI Use Manifesto + Red Lines Document
- Knowledge Management System
- Capstone Contribution (course, toolkit, podcast, guide)
🛠️ Tools & Platforms Used Throughout the Course
- Text AI: ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini
- Image AI: DALL·E, Midjourney, Ideogram
- Voice/Video AI: ElevenLabs, Synthesia, Sora (when available)
- Workflow Tools: Zapier, Notion AI, Make.com, Canva, Google Sheets
- Knowledge Tools: Notion, Obsidian, Roam, Miro
📦 Overall Course Completion Portfolio
By the end of the full 12 months, you will have:
- ✅ AI Glossary + Conceptual Maps
- ✅ Portfolio of 3–5 Real-World Use Cases
- ✅ Working Prompts, Automations, and Visual Outputs
- ✅ AI CV/Profile, LinkedIn Strategy, and 6–12 Month Plan
- ✅ AI Teaching Module or Public Product
- ✅ Thought Leadership Contribution (e.g. toolkit, podcast, newsletter)
- ✅ Ongoing Learning System (Second Brain + Trends Radar)
- ✅ Public AI Ethics Positioning and Manifesto
🧭 Suggested Use
This curriculum can be used for:
- 📚 Personal Mastery: Develop yourself independently using weekly pacing.
- 🧑🏫 Teaching & Training: Reformat into workshops or adult education programmes.
- 🧩 Corporate Upskilling: Structure as a 4-phase internal AI competency programme.
- ✍️ Publication Framework: Turn into a book, blog series, or video curriculum.