Anthropic

Introduction to Subagents

Introduction to Subagents is a self-paced online course delivered by Anthropic Academy. It is free, the provider does not state how long it takes, and awards a certificate of completion (free).

FreeChecked on 30 September 2026

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Key facts

CostFreeFree to register and complete on Anthropic Academy; a free account is needed. Certificate of completion at no cost after the final assessment.
TimeTime not stated (not stated)
LevelIntermediate
Formatself-paced online
PrerequisitesClaude Code in use
Credentialcertificate of completion (free)
Open toWorldwide
Free inWorldwide
Content written forAny country
Last checked2026-09-30

Topics:Agents and workflowsTechnical

FreeCertificate of completionShortIncludes anti-patterns

Things to know

  • Product-specific
  • Duration not stated

Summary

Using and creating sub-agents in Claude Code to delegate tasks to isolated assistants, keep the main context clean, and design reliable patterns: structured output, obstacle reporting, limited tool access, and when not to delegate.

You will be able to

  • Explain how sub-agents work and what flows in and out
  • Create custom sub-agents with the /agents command
  • Design reliable sub-agents and judge when delegation is worth it

Modules

  1. What a sub-agent is
  2. Creating custom sub-agents
  3. Designing effective sub-agents
  4. When to use them and when not to

Who it suits

Developers running longer Claude Code sessions.

Who is behind it

Delivered by
Anthropic Academy
Hosted on
anthropic.skilljar.com
Funded by
Not stated
Partners
Not stated

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Questions

Is Introduction to Subagents free?
Yes. It is free for anyone, anywhere in the world. Free to register and complete on Anthropic Academy; a free account is needed. Certificate of completion at no cost after the final assessment. Checked 30 September 2026 against the provider's own page.
How long does it take?
The provider does not state how long it takes.
Do you get a certificate?
Yes. It awards a certificate of completion, free.
Who is it for?
Developers running longer Claude Code sessions.
Can I take it from outside Australia?
Yes. It is open worldwide. It is free in: Worldwide.
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