AI courses for small business

4 courses for small business from 4 providers. The highest rated is Generative AI and its Business Applications from TAFE NSW at 4.6 out of 5.

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Generative AI and its Business ApplicationsTAFE NSW4.6

Covers how generative AI tools produce text and images and how they can be put to work in everyday business tasks such as drafting content and brainstorming.

Free4 hours

Top 4 compared

CourseOur ratingCostTimeCredential
Generative AI and its Business Applications4.6 / 5Free4 hourscertificate of completion (free)
AI Fluency for Small Businesses4.1 / 5FreeTime not statedcertificate of completion (free)
SEED-AI3.8 / 5Free, eligibility limitsTime not statedcertificate of completion (free)
Leveraging AI3.8 / 5Free, eligibility limits12 hoursmicro-credential (free)

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  • TAFE NSW

    Generative AI and its Business Applications

    4.6
    Cost
    Free
    Time
    4 hours
    Credential
    certificate of completion (free)
    FreeAustralian government backedNo tech background neededFree certificate

    Covers how generative AI tools produce text and images and how they can be put to work in everyday business tasks such as drafting content and brainstorming. It also covers the limits and considerations to keep in mind before relying on these tools.

  • Anthropic

    AI Fluency for Small Businesses

    4.1
    Cost
    Free
    Time
    Time not stated
    Credential
    certificate of completion (free)
    FreeFree certificateNo tech background neededSmall business focus

    Applies the 4D AI Fluency Framework to everyday small business work such as customer interactions, back-office tasks and operations. Built with PayPal and small business partners, it covers refining work with AI, being transparent about AI use and keeping a human in the loop.

  • Deakin University

    SEED-AI

    3.8
    Cost
    Free, eligibility limits
    Time
    Time not stated
    Credential
    certificate of completion (free)
    FreeLive sessions with facilitatorsCertificate from Deakin University and GoogleNo tech background needed

    A free Deakin-run program built on Google AI Essentials content plus customised material, mixing self-paced online study with about 10 hours of live interactive sessions. It focuses on practical prompting, productivity and responsible use for small business staff, students and educators.

  • University of the Sunshine Coast

    Leveraging AI

    3.8
    Cost
    Free, eligibility limits
    Time
    12 hours
    Credential
    micro-credential (free)
    FreeQueensland Government fundedLive workshopsMicro-credential

    A six-week facilitated micro-credential for Queensland small business owners, with a two-hour workshop each week delivered in person and by Zoom. It helps participants assess their business, match AI to business goals and bring AI in step by step to lift productivity.

Questions

How many free courses for small business are there?
2 of the 4 courses for small business we rate are fully free, as at our last check.
Which is the quickest?
Generative AI and its Business Applications from TAFE NSW, at about 4 hours.
Which gives a free certificate?
4 courses give a free certificate. The highest rated are Generative AI and its Business Applications, AI Fluency for Small Businesses, SEED-AI.

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