AAAI Micro-Credential
What is the AAAI Micro-Credential?
SDSU’s Academic Applications of AI (AAAI) Micro-Credential prepares you to apply generative AI technology efficiently, effectively, and ethically to level up learning – which is at the heart of SDSU's mission.

Topics covered include: Overview: How Does AI Work? Ethics & Responsible Use; What Can AI Do? Finding Apps; Prompt Engineering Activities.
Enroll in the AAAI Course

SDSU Students
All SDSU students can self-enroll in the student version of the Academic Applications of AI (AAAI) Micro-credential course. Starting Fall 2024, SDSU students enrolled in the First Year Seminar will be automatically enrolled. All SDSU students can self-enroll below.

SDSU Faculty & Staff

SDSU Global Campus
The Academic Applications of AI (AAAI) Micro-Credential is now available to all learners through SDSU Global Campus! This SDSU-developed program explores the academic applications of artificial intelligence.
For those who wish to showcase their achievement, an optional digital badge is available for $25 upon completion.

CSU Community
AAAI Micro-Credential Participation
Audience | Participants | Badges Received |
---|---|---|
SDSU Faculty & Staff | 1,481 | 350 |
SDSU Students | 1,921 | 528 |
SDSU Global Campus | 275 | 25 |
CSU Faculty & Staff | 1,412 | 294 |
CSU Students | 497 | 221 |
Totals | 5,586 | 1,418 |
Data as of July 2025.