Past Events

Join us for exciting events that inspire learning and foster community engagement.

June 29, 2026
Virtual
IBM SkillsBuild: Generative AI and AI Agents

A beginner-friendly, 4-week journey from AI fundamentals to advanced agents. Master prompt engineering, explore RAG, and complete a capstone project to earn an IBM SkillsBuild credential in Generative AI.

College
IBM
Training
June 22, 2026
Virtual
IBM SkillsBuild: Applied AI Agents, Chatbots & RAG

Ready to build intelligent systems? Dive into Agentic AI and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG). Learn to design autonomous agents and dynamic chatbots in this 4-week course for those with foundational AI knowledge.

College
IBM
Training
June 19, 2026
Zoom
Community of Practice - KSA Report Updates

Join us for a Community of Practice session on updates to the Applied AI KSA Framework, where we’ll review new competencies, discuss workforce alignment, and answer questions to support colleges in strengthening their AI programs.

College
Community of Practice
June 8, 2026
Virtual
IBM SkillsBuild: Advanced Python & Machine Learning

Level up your data skills! Learn Python fundamentals, NumPy, and Pandas to perform data wrangling and EDA. Build supervised and unsupervised ML models and explore AutoAI tools in this practical 4-week learning plan.

College
IBM
Training
May 29, 2026
Virtual
EC-Council Artificial Intelligence Essentials (AIE) Training

Master the fundamentals of AI on May 29 with EC-Council. This free faculty training includes a full AIE resource bundle: eBook, labs, and exam voucher. Limited to 200 pre-approved seats. Don't miss out, gain the tools to bring AI credentials to your classroom!

College
EC-Council
Training
May 28, 2026
Zoom
Info Session: Intel Content for No-Code Agentic AI

The National Applied AI Consortium (NAAIC), in partnership with Intel, hosted an informational session introducing brand-new curriculum assets focused on No-Code Agentic AI.

College
Intel
Info Session/Webinar
May 27, 2026
Zoom
Info Session: Introducing AWS Builder Center to Community Colleges

Join NAAIC and AWS for a faculty-focused look at the AWS Builder Center. Discover 330+ free courses in GenAI & Cloud to enhance your syllabus, join expert "Spaces," and help students build professional portfolios.

College
AWS
Info Session/Webinar
May 25, 2026
Virtual
IBM SkillsBuild: Prompt Craft and AI Interaction

Master prompt engineering to generate high-quality AI outputs. This 4-week hands-on learning plan covers design, optimization, and ethics, helping you integrate Generative AI into professional workflows while earning digital credentials.

College
IBM
Training
May 21, 2026
Zoom
Info Session: Building the AI Talent Pipeline with Cisco Networking Academy

Join NAAIC & Cisco to explore how Networking Academy’s no-cost AI, networking, and cyber courses empower community colleges. Learn about the "Apply AI" series and teacher resources designed to build a strong talent pipeline.

College
Cisco
Info Session/Webinar
May 19, 2026
Zoom
IBM & NAAIC Info Session: A Comprehensive Approach to AI Education through IBM SkillsBuild

Join NAAIC and IBM for an info session on our new IBM SkillsBuild collaboration! Learn how to integrate free AI courses, industry-aligned curriculum, and digital credentials into academic programs to prepare students for high-demand AI careers.

College
IBM
Info Session/Webinar
May 15, 2026
Online
GenAI and Microsoft Copilot Training for Community College Faculty and Staff (101 & 102)

Two-part series of instructor-led webinars developed by Microsoft to provide college faculty and staff with a practical introduction to Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot. These training sessions cover ethical AI use, effective prompting, and real-world applications.

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Microsoft
Training
May 14, 2026
Zoom
Community of Practice - AI in Manufacturing

Community of Practice session with the National Center for Next Generation Manufacturing and the Advanced Manufacturing Technical Education Collaborative, exploring how AI and advanced manufacturing are shaping workforce pathways.

College
Community of Practice
May 13, 2026
Virtual
IBM SkillsBuild: Elevate Education with AI Webinar

Master prompt engineering in this one-hour webinar, Elevate Education with AI. Learn to use LLMs and prompt templates to personalize learning, boost student engagement, and streamline administrative tasks for a more efficient classroom.

College
IBM
Info Session/Webinar
May 8, 2026
Online
Google's Generative AI Leader Training and Certification

This is a complimentary, two-day online training designed to prepare community high school teachers and college faculty for the Google Generative AI Leader certification.

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High School
Google
Training
April 30, 2026
Online
Microsoft Azure AI-900 Training

Two-day online program that prepares college faculty to teach AI-900: Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals certification. Delivered by Black Dog Black Cat, training includes Microsoft Learn for Educators resources, hands-on labs, exam vouchers, and ongoing support.

College
Microsoft
Training
April 24, 2026
Zoom
Community of Practice - AI in Business

Join us for a Community of Practice session on AI in Business to build on insights from our recent webinar. We’ll explore real-world use cases, answer questions, and share strategies for incorporating AI-driven business concepts into teaching.

College
Community of Practice
April 23, 2026
Zoom
Advancing AI Education Together: An EC‑Council & NAAIC Partnership Deep Dive

Join NAAIC & EC-Council on April 23 to learn how to access free turnkey curriculum, labs, and 4 new industry certifications (AIE, CAIPM, COASP, CRAGE) through EC-Council's "Adopt. Defend. Govern." framework. Empower your faculty and students today!

College
EC-Council
Info Session/Webinar
April 16, 2026
Online
GenAI and Microsoft Copilot Training for Community College Faculty and Staff (101 & 102)

Two-part series of instructor-led webinars developed by Microsoft to provide college faculty and staff with a practical introduction to Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot. These training sessions cover ethical AI use, effective prompting, and real-world applications.

College
Microsoft
Training
April 7, 2026
Self-paced Online
CompTIA AI Training for High School Teachers

Free, self-paced online training program for HIGH SCHOOL TEACHERS to earn CompTIA AI Essentials and AI Prompting Essentials credentials. The program aims to equip 100 teachers with AI knowledge and skills to integrate AI concepts into their teaching in high school.

High School
CompTIA
Training
April 3, 2026
Zoom
AI in Business: A Faculty Primer for Community College

This introductory webinar provides a practical survey of AI in Business and its growing impact.

College
Microsoft
Info Session/Webinar
March 20, 2026
Online
GenAI and Microsoft Copilot Training for Community College Faculty and Staff (101 & 102)

Two-part series of instructor-led webinars developed by Microsoft to provide college faculty and staff with a practical introduction to Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot. These training sessions cover ethical AI use, effective prompting, and real-world applications.

College
Microsoft
Training
March 5, 2026
Zoom
Info Session: Meeting Today’s Workforce Demand with the Google AI Professional Certificate

Boost student employability with the Google AI Professional Certificate. Bridge the "fluency gap" as students build 20+ real-world projects from data viz to no-code "vibe coding." Learn how you can use the Google AI Accelerator to empower your campus today!

College
Google
Info Session/Webinar
March 3, 2026
Virtual
AI-Assisted Teaching with GitHub: A Faculty Workshop Series

Explore AI-assisted teaching with GitHub in this free four-part faculty workshop series. No technical background required, learn how tools like GitHub, Spark, and Copilot can support teaching, collaboration, and curriculum development across any discipline.

College
Microsoft
Training
February 19, 2026
Miami Dade College
NAAIC AI Summit 2026

The NAAIC AI Summit, hosted by Miami Dade College, is designed for faculty and administrators, industry practitioners and policymakers interested in building the U.S. AI workforce pipeline through community colleges.

College
Annual Conference
February 18, 2026
AI Center at Miami Dade College
Designing for Depth: Inspiring Student Thinking in an AI World

This in-person, complimentary workshop led by Google focuses on modernizing curriculum to ensure AI supports student thinking. Participants will learn to identify assignments at risk of AI bypass and use Gemini to redesign tasks that prioritize the learning process.

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Google
Training
February 13, 2026
Zoom
Community of Practice - AI in Healthcare

Join us for a Community of Practice session on AI in Healthcare to continue the conversation from our recent training. We’ll discuss applications, share ideas, and explore ways faculty can integrate healthcare-focused AI concepts into their programs.

College
Community of Practice
February 6, 2026
Zoom
AI in Healthcare: A Faculty Primer for Community Colleges

This introductory webinar provides a practical survey of AI in Healthcare and its growing impact on healthcare.

College
Microsoft
Info Session/Webinar
February 4, 2026
Online
GenAI and Microsoft Copilot Training for Community College Faculty and Staff (101 & 102)

Custom series of instructor-led webinars developed by Microsoft to provide college faculty and staff with a practical introduction to Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot. These training sessions cover ethical AI use, effective prompting, and real-world applications.

College
Microsoft
Training
January 27, 2026
Zoom
Info Session: Teaching with GitHub, GitHub Spark & Copilot

Explore how GitHub, GitHub Spark, and Copilot can support teaching and faculty workflows—no coding required. Join this non-technical info session on January 27 to prepare for upcoming hands-on GitHub training.

College
Microsoft
Training
January 23, 2026
Zoom
Info Session: Intel AI Global Impact Festival

Join NAAIC and Intel on January 23 for an info session on the Intel AI Global Impact Festival. Learn how to guide students through the 2026 competition, judging criteria, and free Intel tools to support AI Changemakers.

College
Intel
Info Session/Webinar
January 23, 2026
Teams
Microsoft Azure AI-900 Training

A two-day online training that prepares community college faculty to teach the AI-900: Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals certification.

College
Microsoft
Training
January 21, 2026
Zoom
Info Session: Learn more about AI User, an AI Literacy Curriculum without coding or math

Join us for an information session detailing the AI User training curriculum, developed by the Technology for Effective and Efficient Learning (TEEL) Lab at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU).

College
Training
January 16, 2026
Online
Google's Generative AI Leader Training and Certification

This is a complimentary, two-day online training designed to prepare community college faculty for the Google Generative AI Leader certification.

College
Google
Training
January 15, 2026
Online
GenAI and Microsoft Copilot Training for Community College Faculty and Staff (101 & 102)

Two-part series of instructor-led webinars developed by Microsoft to provide college faculty and staff with a practical introduction to Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot. These training sessions cover ethical AI use, effective prompting, and real-world applications.

College
Microsoft
Training
November 18, 2025
Zoom
Info Session: Using LinkedIn to Navigate the AI-Driven Labor Market

This session helps community college faculty and staff use LinkedIn’s labor-market insights and learning tools to identify emerging AI skills, explore skilling paths, and guide students with AI-powered job search and profile strategies.

College
Microsoft
Training
November 14, 2025
Virtual
Intro to Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot for Staff

Introductory session of Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot for community college staff, covering ethical use, prompting techniques, and hands-on integration into daily work.

College
Microsoft
Training
November 14, 2025
Virtual
Intro to Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot for Faculty

Introductory session of Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot for community college faculty, covering ethical use, prompting techniques, and hands-on integration into daily work.

College
Microsoft
Training
November 7, 2025
Zoom
Community of Practice - AI in Manufacturing

Community of Practice session with the National Center for Next Generation Manufacturing, exploring how AI and advanced manufacturing are shaping workforce pathways.

College
Community of Practice
November 5, 2025
Teams
Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot Training for Community College Faculty

Custom series of instructor-led webinars developed by Microsoft to provide community college faculty with a practical introduction to Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot. These training sessions cover ethical AI use, effective prompting, and real-world applications.

College
Microsoft
Training
November 5, 2025
Teams
Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot Training for Community College Staff

Custom series of instructor-led webinars developed by Microsoft to provide community college staff with a practical introduction to Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot. These training sessions cover ethical AI use, effective prompting, and real-world applications.

College
Microsoft
Training
October 24, 2025
Teams
Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot Training for Community College Staff

Custom series of instructor-led webinars developed by Microsoft to provide community college staff with a practical introduction to Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot. These training sessions cover ethical AI use, effective prompting, and real-world applications.

College
Microsoft
Training
October 24, 2025
Teams
Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot Training for Community College Faculty

Custom series of instructor-led webinars developed by Microsoft to provide community college faculty with a practical introduction to Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot. These training sessions cover ethical AI use, effective prompting, and real-world applications.

College
Microsoft
Training
October 24, 2025
Zoom
AI in Manufacturing: A Faculty Primer for Community Colleges

This introductory webinar provides a practical survey of AI in manufacturing and its growing impact on advanced manufacturing.

College
Microsoft
Info Session/Webinar
October 24, 2025
Virtual
AWS AI Practitioner Faculty Training

The AWS AI Practitioner Faculty Training is a comprehensive program designed to prepare community faculty members for the AWS Certified AI Practitioner certification through four sessions of practical applications and responsible AI integration.

College
AWS
Training
October 23, 2025
Zoom
Info Session: Autonomous Solutions with Automation Anywhere

Learn how Automation Anywhere’s AI-powered platform is helping institutions streamline operations, reduce administrative burden, and prepare students in Agentic Process Automation (APA) through its Academic Alliance program.

College
Info Session/Webinar
October 17, 2025
Virtual
Intro to Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot for Staff

Introductory session of Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot for community college staff, covering ethical use, prompting techniques, and hands-on integration into daily work.

College
Microsoft
Training
October 16, 2025
Virtual
Intro to Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot for Faculty

Introductory session of Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot for community college faculty, covering ethical use, prompting techniques, and hands-on integration into daily work.

College
Microsoft
Training
October 14, 2025
Zoom
Info Session: Google's AI for Education Accelerator

Join this info session to learn how over +200 universities and colleges are already leveraging Google's AI for Education Accelerator resources to help students, faculty, and staff use Google AI solutions and how your institution can be part of this initiative.

College
Google
Info Session/Webinar
October 7, 2025
Zoom
Info Session: AWS AI Pathways

NAAIC and AWS have introduced the Generative AI Learning Pathway, a free multi-course program with applied learning events and AWS GenAI tools. The session will outline curriculum options for all skill levels.

College
AWS
Info Session/Webinar
October 3, 2025
Online
Google's Generative AI Leader Training and Certification

This is a complimentary, two-day online training designed to prepare community college faculty for the Google Generative AI Leader certification.

College
Google
Training
September 26, 2025
Virtual
Intro to Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot for Staff

Introductory session of Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot for community college staff, covering ethical use, prompting techniques, and hands-on integration into daily work.

College
Microsoft
Training
September 26, 2025
Zoom
Community of Practice - Knowledge and Skills for Applied AI degree

Community of Practice session focused on unveiling the first-ever national Knowledge and Skills framework for an Associate degree in Applied AI.

College
Community of Practice
September 25, 2025
Virtual
Intro to Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot for Faculty

Introductory session of Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot for community college faculty, covering ethical use, prompting techniques, and hands-on integration into daily work.

College
Microsoft
Training
September 18, 2025
Zoom
Info Session: AWS Skill Builder

Info session led by AWS Academy to provide community colleges with an overview of AWS Skill Builder and how to leverage its free 1-year subscription.

College
AWS
Info Session/Webinar
September 10, 2025
Zoom
Arm Education: Resources for Teaching & Learning Enablement

Info session to discover how Arm Education is enabling the next generation of engineers and innovators

College
Info Session/Webinar
September 9, 2025
Zoom
Info Session: Google Cloud’s Generative AI Leader Training

Join us on an info session with Google Cloud to learn about the Google Career Launchpad program and the Generative AI Leader certification training offered at no cost through NAAIC.

College
Google
Info Session/Webinar
July 15, 2025
Zoom
AWS AI Pathways Info Webinar

NAAIC and AWS introduced the Generative AI Learning Pathway, a free multi-course program with applied learning events and AWS GenAI tools. The session outlined curriculum options for all skill levels.

College
AWS
Info Session/Webinar
July 11, 2025
Microsoft Azure AI-900 Training / July 2025

2-day online program by Black Dog Black Cat preparing community college faculty to teach Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals (AI-900). Training included Microsoft Learn for Educators resources, hands-on labs, exam vouchers, and ongoing support via a dedicated Teams channel.

College
Microsoft
Training
June 24, 2025
Zoom
OpenAI Academy Webinar

Faculty explored OpenAI Academy’s free instructional videos, guides, and webinars to integrate AI into courses. The session included a live demo, educator-focused content, and Q&A with the OpenAI team.

College
OpenAI
Info Session/Webinar
May 16, 2025
Zoom
Community of Practice - Faculty Lightning Rounds

This lightning round featured faculty sharing strategies on AI adoption, policy, cross-discipline integration, curriculum resources, and mentorship updates. Attendees gained practical ideas for strengthening AI programs.

College
Community of Practice
April 10, 2025
Microsoft MSLE Foundational AI Bootcamp

Bootcamp focused on Microsoft Learn for Educators, offering foundational AI skills and curriculum tools for teaching.

College
Microsoft
Training
April 9, 2025
Houston, TX
Annual AI Conference 2025

A Global Exchange of Ideas, Innovation, and Opportunity. Hosted by Houston City College

College
Annual Conference
April 2, 2025
Zoom
Google Career Dreamer

Faculty learned about Career Dreamer, an AI-powered tool for career exploration, plus free access to Google Career Certificates, AI Essentials, and Prompting Essentials. The session included a live demo and Q&A with the Google team.

College
High School
Google
Info Session/Webinar
February 14, 2025
Zoom
Community of Practice - Microsoft

Microsoft’s Rachel Wortman Morris presented the Microsoft Learn for Educators program, offering faculty official courseware, labs, and credentials. The session explained how MSLE can enhance curriculum and prepare students for AI careers.

College
Microsoft
Community of Practice
February 14, 2025
Virtual
Intel AI Fluency Training

A 7-week program led by Intel and Sustainable Living Lab provided faculty with foundational AI knowledge, ethics training, and applied skills. Participants learned to guide student AI projects and launch AI initiatives.

College
Intel
Info Session/Webinar
February 7, 2025
Virtual
AWS AI Practitioner Training - February 2025

NAAIC partnered with AWS to deliver faculty training to teach the AWS AI Practitioner certification. Participants completed 24+ hours of learning, gained teaching resources, and received exam vouchers.

College
AWS
Training
December 10, 2024
Virtual
AWS AI Practitioner Info Session - Dec 2024

Explore how AWS and NAAIC are supporting faculty with AI training and tools for classroom instruction.

College
AWS
Info Session/Webinar
November 22, 2024
Community of Practice - Kick off

Initial launch of NAAIC's faculty Community of Practice—setting the stage for collaboration and resource sharing.

College
Community of Practice
November 14, 2024
Zoom
Grow with Google Info Session

This webinar showcased Google Prompting Essentials, AI Essentials, and Career Certificates available free to faculty and students. Presenters shared integration strategies and real-world use cases from Miami Dade College.

College
Google
Info Session/Webinar
November 8, 2024
Teams
Microsoft Azure AI-900 Training / November 2024

2-day online program by Black Dog Black Cat preparing community college faculty to teach Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals (AI-900). Training included Microsoft Learn for Educators resources, hands-on labs, exam vouchers, and ongoing support via a dedicated Teams channel.

College
Microsoft
Training
October 16, 2024
Zoom
NAAIC Introductory Info Session

NAAIC’s first info session introduced its mission, goals, and plans to expand applied AI education through curriculum development, faculty training, and industry partnerships. Attendees learned how to get involved in consortium initiatives.

College
Info Session/Webinar

Last National Conference Wrap Up

See a recap of out last National Conference.

"The training provided not only a solid foundation in AI principles but also practical strategies that I have seamlessly integrated into our curriculum."

Philip Abidoye
Instructor at Atlanta Technical College