Hilbert College and You're the Expert Now Launch the Applied AI Micro Credential
AI Training
You're the Expert Now (YEN) has partnered with Hilbert College to bring the Applied AI Micro Credential to working professionals and students who want to build practical, ethical, and confident generative AI skills — no coding required. Led by YEN CEO Anthony DeSimone, the six-week program blends hands-on workshops with real-world workflows so participants leave with usable skills, not just theory.
TL;DR
Hilbert College and YEN have partnered to offer the Applied AI Micro Credential, a six-week hands-on program.
No coding or technical background required — the focus is practical, human-centered AI use.
Weekly sessions cover AI fundamentals, prompt engineering, personalized AI assistants, advanced features, tool selection, and a capstone project.
Participants earn a micro credential and leave with repeatable AI workflows.
Delivered on campus with a live virtual option, led by YEN CEO Anthony DeSimone.
Introduction
Generative AI has moved from novelty to necessity in the modern workplace, yet many professionals still feel unsure how to use it well — or safely. Hilbert College, in partnership with You're the Expert Now (YEN), has launched the Applied AI Micro Credential to close that gap. The program is designed for working professionals and students who want to become confident, ethical users of tools like ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Copilot without needing a technical or programming background.
Rather than teaching AI as a coding discipline, the program takes a human-centered, humanities-informed approach. Participants learn to treat AI as a tool for creativity, productivity, and responsible decision-making — skills that translate directly into stronger performance at work.
What Is the Applied AI Micro Credential?
The Applied AI Micro Credential is a six-week, hands-on training program held in one two-hour session per week. It teaches participants how generative AI works, how to write better prompts, how to build repeatable workflows, how to use advanced AI features, and how to apply AI across real business tasks.
Key details include:
Length: Six weeks, one two-hour session per week
Delivery: On-campus at Hilbert College, with remote live streaming available
Instructor: Led by an AI specialist, including YEN CEO Anthony DeSimone
Cost: Approximately $800
Outcome: A micro credential recognizing practical, applied AI skills
Who the Program Is For
The Applied AI Micro Credential is built for a wide range of learners, including:
Working professionals looking to save time and improve productivity
Business owners and managers seeking to strengthen team communication
Educators and students exploring practical AI applications
Anyone who wants to use AI safely and confidently, without relying on guesswork
No coding experience or technical background is required. The program focuses entirely on practical application, responsible use, and real-world decision-making.
Weekly Structure
Each week builds on the last, moving from foundational concepts to applied leadership skills.
Week 1 — Foundations & AI Fundamentals
Participants learn how generative AI models are trained, why they behave the way they do, and how to identify and mitigate risks like hallucinations, bias, and outdated information. The week includes a live ChatGPT demonstration and a group discussion on ethics and responsible use.
Week 2 — Workflow Optimization & Prompt Engineering
This session moves beyond basic prompting into precise, context-rich prompt design. Participants build repeatable workflows for writing, summarizing, planning, and communication, then refine their prompts through peer review.
Week 3 — Personalized AI Assistants & Chatbot Creation
Participants create a personalized "ChatGPT-Me" profile that reflects their voice and communication style, build custom GPTs, and prototype a simple chatbot for a real business use case.
Week 4 — Deep Dive into AI Features
This week explores advanced features such as image generation, research workflows, agent mode, AI-assisted document writing, and real-time voice and vision tools. Participants generate visuals, integrate them into documents, and see voice-activated workflows in action.
Week 5 — Beyond ChatGPT: Building a Generative AI Tool Stack
Participants compare major platforms — including Gemini, Copilot, Claude, NotebookLM, Sora, and HeyGen — and build a personalized AI stack suited to their own writing, research, and automation needs.
Week 6 — Capstone & Integration Leadership
The program concludes with capstone presentations demonstrating real-world AI use, along with a round-table discussion on advocating for ethical AI adoption and leading integration efforts within an organization.
Why This Partnership Matters
By combining Hilbert College's academic structure with YEN's hands-on AI consulting and training expertise, the Applied AI Micro Credential gives participants more than a certificate — it gives them a repeatable framework for using AI responsibly and effectively. YEN's role as program provider reflects its broader mission: helping individuals and organizations become confident, ethical users of generative AI.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Applied AI Micro Credential?
The Applied AI Micro Credential is a six-week, hands-on training program offered through the partnership between Hilbert College and You're the Expert Now. It helps professionals understand and use generative AI tools like ChatGPT in practical, responsible, and effective ways.
Do I need technical experience or coding skills to take this course?
No. The program is designed for everyday AI users and requires no coding experience or technical background. It focuses on practical application, prompt engineering, workflow improvement, and responsible use of tools like ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Copilot, and NotebookLM.
What will I learn in the program?
Participants learn how to use generative AI for real-world work, including writing, research, summarizing, planning, document creation, and task automation. The program also covers AI hallucinations, bias, prompt engineering, custom GPTs, image generation, and how to choose the right AI tool for the right job.
How long does the program take to complete?
The Applied AI Micro Credential runs six weeks, with one session each week. Each week builds on the last, starting with AI fundamentals and ending with a capstone project focused on applying AI in real work settings.
What do participants receive after completing the program?
Participants receive a micro credential demonstrating practical knowledge of applied artificial intelligence. More importantly, they leave with repeatable AI workflows, stronger prompting skills, and the ability to use AI more strategically in their career or organization.
Who teaches the Applied AI Micro Credential?
The program is led by an AI specialist, including YEN CEO Anthony DeSimone, as part of the partnership between Hilbert College and You're the Expert Now.