A NEW training programme exploring the benefits of adopting Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools is being launched by Devon County Council.

The AI awareness training for people and organisations across Devon, Plymouth, Somerset and Torbay is part of the Digital Skills Series initiative, funded by the Heart of the Southwest Growth Deal.

The programme will provide 80 training places for those looking to gain knowledge and confidence in using this rapidly growing technology.

It’s designed to support participants to understand and explore the potential opportunities that AI can provide.

AI can be a catalyst for enhancing productivity, automating repetitive tasks such as data entry, scheduling meetings, co-creating documents and summarising content.

Learning how to use these AI tools can free up time to undertake more complex, non-routine tasks.

The course, which will be delivered by King’s Institute for AI, King’s College London, assumes no previous experience or knowledge of AI principles and concepts.

Participants can opt to undertake minimum 12 hours of training, with an option to receive an additional six hours of training; all participants will receive personalised feedback with one-on-one follow-up sessions.

Councillor Rufus Gilbert, Cabinet Member for Economic Recovery and Skills, said: ‘There’s no doubt that AI is transformative, and through this training, we aim to help businesses and their employees effectively utilise this innovative technology.

‘Over time, this training could enhance productivity and stimulate the local economy.’

For more information on the training on offer, contact Debra Steele on 01392 383000 or [email protected]