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Community colleges are stepping up to fill the AI education gap, responding to employer needs with a range of programs. These offerings include certificates, associate degrees, and applied bachelor’s degrees in AI, available in nearly half of U.S. states. However, underinvestment compared to universities has hindered their capacity to effectively teach in this rapidly evolving field.
The National Applied Artificial Intelligence Consortium, funded by a $2.8 million NSF grant, aims to address these challenges. Miami Dade College, Houston Community College, and Maricopa County Community College District are leading this initiative to improve AI training quality and access. By collaborating on best practices and focusing on ethical AI, the consortium seeks to bridge the skills gap and prepare students for future job opportunities.
• Community colleges are becoming key players in AI workforce education.
• The consortium aims to improve AI training quality and access.
This term is relevant as community colleges are enhancing their programs to meet the growing demand for AI skills.
Community colleges are now offering applied baccalaureates in AI to provide advanced education and training.
The consortium emphasizes ethical AI in its curriculum to prepare students for real-world applications.
Intel supports community colleges in developing AI programs through funding and technical assistance.
AWS collaborates with community colleges to enhance AI education and workforce training.
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