Go Beyond the Hype. Master the Art of Teaching with AI.
An essential, framework-driven teaching with AI certification for higher education professionals ready to move from uncertainty to innovation. Transform your teaching, redesign your courses, and lead with confidence in the age of artificial intelligence.
Are You Prepared for the Biggest Shift in Education?
Artificial intelligence is no longer on the horizon—it’s in your classroom. Faculty are facing a wave of new challenges and opportunities, from navigating academic integrity to leveraging AI for deeper, more engaging learning.
But where do you start? Generic tech tutorials and isolated webinars aren’t enough. You need a structured, pedagogy-first approach that respects your expertise and addresses the real-world complexities of teaching in higher education.
This is NOT another “How to Use ChatGPT” or listen to others 1-hour workshop.
The Teaching with AI Certificate Program (FAST Track) is a comprehensive professional development program designed to equip you with a durable, human-centered framework for pedagogical innovation. Grounded in the research-informed FAFI, TEACH, and META frameworks, this series provides a clear pathway from foundational fluency to advanced practice.
A Teaching with AI Certification...
Built for Educators, by Educators.
Framework-Driven
Built on four research-backed frameworks—TEACH, META, FAFI, SCALE—so your practice rests on stable pedagogy, not tool fads. You’ll know what to build, how to assess it, where you are on the growth map, and how this connects to department or college strategy.
Artifact-Based Assessment
We certify real work: a plain-language AI policy, an assignment redesign with META process evidence, and a reviewed capstone. Every artifact is rubric-scored so success is transparent and repeatable.
Institution-Ready Reporting
Departments and CTLs get a short outcomes summary: completions, artifact counts, rubric category trends, and anonymized exemplars. It’s evidence you can hand your dean—proof, not hype.
Your Pathway from AI Awareness to Innovation
The Teaching with AI Certificate Program (FAST Track) is the premier professional credential for faculty in higher education seeking to confidently integrate AI into their teaching practice.
This three-course sequence – Ignite, Build, and Elevate – equips you with foundational fluency, hands-on implementation skills, and advanced leadership strategies. Complete all three courses to earn the prestigious Teaching with AI Certification and join a growing network of AI-empowered educators.
| Level | Focus | Time Commitment |
|---|---|---|
| Ignite | Foundations of AI in Teaching | ~6–8 hrs |
| Build | AI-Integrated Course & Assessment Design | ~6–8 hrs |
| Elevate | Advanced AI Pedagogies & Curriculum Innovation | ~6–8 hrs |
Save over 25% when you bundle.
By getting the 3 course bundle, you save over 25% vs. buying individually and have all you need to complete the Teaching with AI Certificate!
Ignite
Foundations of AI in Teaching
FAST Track Level 1
The Essential Starting Point.
Move from uncertainty to confidence by exploring key AI tools, navigating core ethical challenges, and crafting a clear AI policy for your syllabus.
Build
AI-Integrated Course & Assignment Design
FAST Track Course 2
The Transformative Core of the Series.
Actively redesign your assignments and assessments using the META framework to foster authentic learning and academic integrity.
Elevate
Advanced AI Pedagogies & Innovation
FAST Track Level 3
The Capstone for Effective Teaching with AI.
Push the boundaries of your practice by designing innovative capstone projects, exploring AI for inclusive pedagogy, and preparing to become a leader in AI-enhanced teaching.
How We Certify
Proof, Not Promises
FAFI – the Faculty AI Fluency Index – shows your starting point.
TEACH defines the competencies.
META verifies learning with process evidence (Integrity through Evidence, not detectors).
SCALE connects course practice to department or campus strategy.
Note: TEACH, META, FAFI, and the AI Fluency Map are included to support your certification—no extra purchase needed.
Designed for the Modern Higher Education Professional
This teaching with AI certification series is ideal for:
Faculty & Instructors across all disciplines seeking to future-proof their teaching.
Instructional Designers & Technologists who support faculty in pedagogical innovation.
Department Chairs & Academic Leaders looking to build a consistent, high-quality approach to AI integration on their teams.
Doctoral Students & Future Faculty who want to develop advanced pedagogical skills and earn a credential to support their academic job search.
Adjunct & Part-Time Lecturers who want to enhance their skills and professional credentials.
About the Instructor
Led by Dr. Ryan Baltrip
An award-winning educator dedicated to human-centered pedagogy and the strategic, ethical use of technology in education.
Dr. Ryan Baltrip is the founder of Navigate AI and a recognized leader in faculty development and educational innovation. With extensive experience in instructional design, online learning, and strategic planning, he has dedicated his career to helping institutions and educators thrive in times of technological change. His work focuses on practical, research-informed strategies that empower faculty to enhance their teaching and create more engaging, equitable, and effective learning experiences for all students.
A Leader Trusted by Educators and Institutions
Affiliations & appearances include the organizations below. No endorsement is implied.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time commitment?
Each course in the teaching with AI certification (Ignite, Build, Elevate) is a 6-8 hour course, designed to be completed flexibly online.
Do I have to take the courses in order?
Yes. The curriculum is scaffolded to build from foundational concepts to advanced application. Ignite is the prerequisite for Build, and Build is the prerequisite for Elevate.
What do I get upon completion?
Upon completing Elevate: FAST Track Course 3, you will receive the formal “Teaching with AI Certification” digital badge and certificate. You will also receive badges for completing Ignite and Elevate.
Do you offer institutional licenses or group discounts?
Yes. We partner with colleges and universities to train entire departments or cohorts of faculty. Please contact us at info@navigateai.org to learn more about our institutional packages.
Note: Professional, non-credit credential (not transcripted for academic credit).
Do you offer a refund?
Yes, within 14 days if you have completed less than 20% of the course.
Lead with Evidence. Get Certified for Your AI Teaching Journey Today.
Equip yourself with the skills, frameworks, and confidence to lead in the new era of education with this teaching with AI certification.