Teach AI.
Help Build Ohio's Workforce.
Become a certified AI Ready Ohio trainer and help build the nation's first state-level AI workforce. Bring AI literacy to your community, your sector, and your peers.
What Trainers Do
AI Ready Ohio trainers deliver certification curriculum to learners across the state. You can lead online cohorts, in-person sessions at regional hubs, or specialized programming at AI Week events.
- Deliver structured AI Ready Ohio certification curriculum
- Lead cohorts in your region or online statewide
- Mentor learners through their certification journey
- Contribute to specialized tracks for your sector
- Network with Ohio's growing AI training community
Who We're Looking For
We welcome trainers from many backgrounds. Educators, industry practitioners, technologists, and workforce development professionals all have a place in the program.
- Direct experience using or implementing AI tools in a professional setting
- Teaching, training, or facilitation experience (formal or informal)
- Subject matter expertise in a specific sector or function
- Connection to a regional Ohio community or institution
The Trainer Journey
Apply
Submit your background, sector expertise, and region of interest.
Interview
A short conversation with the AI Ready Ohio program team to understand your goals.
Train the Trainer
Complete certified trainer onboarding to learn the AI Ready Ohio curriculum.
Lead Cohorts
Begin delivering certification programs in your region.