OpenAI Academy

Unlock the opportunities of the AI era by equipping yourself with the knowledge and skills to harness artificial intelligence effectively.

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Expert & Community-Led Learning

Engage with OpenAI experts and external innovators to explore real-world AI applications and the latest industry trends.

Connections & Collaboration

Build meaningful relationships with peers, innovators, and industry leaders through discussions, shared learning, and community-driven projects.

Stay Ahead with AI

Learn about new products and the latest cutting-edge solutions directly from OpenAI experts—keeping you informed and ready to innovate.

Events

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Dec 8 GMT

AI for Everyday Living: A Beginner Workshop for Older Adults

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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Dec 9 GMT

ChatGPT for Education 101

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Dec 11 GMT

ChatGPT for Education 102

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Dec 15 GMT

ChatGPT Foundations: Getting Started with AI

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Helping Job Seekers with ChatGPT

This guide shows employment specialists simple ways to use ChatGPT to help people with their job search. Created by Goodwill Keystone and OpenAI Academy, it offers easy steps, clear examples, and ready-to-use prompts you can share with clients. You’ll learn how to turn notes into strong sentences, match experience to what a job needs, and help clients practice interview questions — all while keeping the coach in the lead.

Dec 3rd, 2025 | Views 457

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AI @ Home

A collaborative training from OpenAI Academy and Goodwill Keystone that demonstrates how ChatGPT can lighten the load of everyday life. Learn simple, safe ways to use AI for weekly planning, meals, school and caregiving tasks, home projects, and paperwork—helping you reclaim time and focus on what matters.

Dec 3rd, 2025 | Views 363

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Introducing GPT-5.1

GPT-5 is the newest OpenAI experience that powers ChatGPT with smarter reasoning, more reliable answers, and deeper insights.

Nov 21st, 2025 | Views 172.7K

About OpenAI Academy

People around the world are embracing generative AI to solve complex problems and enhance creativity, productivity, and learning. OpenAI Academy will help them harness AI’s transformative power through workshops, discussions, and digital content—ranging from foundational AI literacy to advanced integration for engineers. With a mix of online and in-person events, the Academy fosters a vibrant, collaborative community where participants of all backgrounds can gain actionable insights and drive innovation in their fields.

Events

Join virtual and in-person gatherings in your community to learn, network, and collaborate with peers and experts.

Knowledge Hub

Explore quick videos, tutorials, and resources—from AI basics to more advanced content.

Community Groups

Connect with peers by interest or location for discussions, shared learning, and collaboration.

Connect

Message fellow members to exchange ideas, build relationships, and grow your network.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is OpenAI’s mission?

OpenAI’s mission is to ensure artificial intelligence benefits all of humanity. We aim to create AI tools that empower people, solve hard problems, and drive progress across communities.

Why was OpenAI Academy created?

We launched OpenAI Academy to democratize access to AI knowledge. Our goal is to empower individuals from all backgrounds to confidently integrate AI into their lives, work, and communities.

Who can join OpenAI Academy?

OpenAI Academy is open to everyone, with free enrollment to ensure broad access. Some specialized community groups may require invitations or referrals.

Does OpenAI Academy offer certifications?

We’re going to expand the OpenAI Academy by offering certifications for different levels of AI fluency, from the basics of prompt engineering to AI-enabled work. We plan to pilot OpenAI Certifications starting in late 2025 / early 2026 and look forward to sharing more information soon.

In what languages is OpenAI Academy available?

Currently, OpenAI Academy programming is available in English, with plans to expand to additional languages soon.

Can I host an OpenAI Academy in my community?

We are always looking for motivated hosts across the country and around the world. Ideal hosts include academic institutions and community groups eager to help their members embrace and adopt AI. Contact us [email protected] to express your interest.

Where can I find out about local events?

Once you join OpenAI Academy, navigate to the Events section in the left-hand menu bar to explore upcoming virtual and in-person gatherings.

Where will local events take place?

OpenAI Academy is starting its programs in the United States and plans to scale globally soon.