Artificial Intelligence in Practice Graduate Certificate

The Artificial Intelligence in Practice Graduate Certificate at the University of West Florida teaches foundational AI concepts and practical skills for applying AI tools to real problems across multiple domains. Students work with supervised and unsupervised machine learning and learn responsible, ethical, and secure ways to use AI, including Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs).

The program is delivered online and is designed around hands-on projects and case studies, with exposure to emerging technologies. It includes required courses plus a choice of either Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Cybersecurity or Artificial Intelligence Enabled Software Development. The estimated program length is 9 months, and the course length is 7-15 weeks.

Modules

• CAI 6005 - Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals
• CAI 5931 - Emerging Trends in Artificial Intelligence
• CAI 6804 - Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Cybersecurity
• CAI 6828 - Artificial Intelligence Enabled Software Development

To be considered for admission to the University of West Florida’s online Artificial Intelligence in Practice Graduate Certificate program, you must be admitted to the University as a graduate non-degree or degree-seeking student.

• Technology companies and software firms
• Defense and aerospace organizations
• Federal, state, and local government agencies
• Healthcare systems and medical technology companies
• Financial institutions and fintech organizations
• Consulting and professional services firms
• Manufacturing and supply chain organizations
• Cybersecurity companies and security operations centers
• Educational institutions and research organizations