Using AI for beginners - Arnold Library - Adult Learning

What is AI? And how can it benefit you!

Curious about artificial intelligence but not sure where to start? This beginner-friendly course is a great introduction to how AI can make everyday life easier, more organised, and more enjoyable.

You’ll explore simple, practical ways to use AI tools like ChatGPT, Copilot, and other free apps to help with everyday tasks. From writing emails and planning meals to managing your time and finding quick answers, AI can support your day-to-day life in ways you might not expect.

No technical knowledge is needed, just bring your curiosity. You’ll be guided step-by-step through real-life examples of how to use AI effectively, with plenty of hands-on practice and clear explanations. You'll also learn about the benefits and limitations of AI, and how to use it responsibly.

By the end of the session, you’ll feel more confident using AI tools to save time, stay organised, and boost your digital skills, at home, at work, or in daily life.

Please bring a pen and paper for notetaking. Laptops will be provided. You may prefer to bring your own tablet or laptop.

Funding and Fees

If you receive certain benefits, you may be able to take the course for free.
If money is stopping you from enrolling, please visit our funding page to see what help is available.

Living in England

To book and join one of our courses, you must live in England permanently and either:

• Live inside the East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) area (Nottinghamshire or Derbyshire)

or

• Live outside the devolved areas listed below

You cannot enrol if you live in these devolved areas:

•    Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA)
•    Liverpool City Region Combined Authority

• Greater London Authority
•    North East Combined Authority
•    South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority
•    Tees Valley Combined Authority
•    West Midlands Combined Authority
•    West of England Combined Authority
•    West Yorkshire Combined Authority
•    Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority
•    York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority
•    Hull and East Yorkshire
•    Greater Lincolnshire
•    Devon and Torbay Combined County Authority
•    Cornwall Council
•    Lancashire Combined County Authority
•    Buckinghamshire

• Warwickshire

• Surrey

Residency Requirements (Additional Information)

If you live in the UK on a visa, we’ll need evidence of your visa to confirm funding. You can upload this when applying, and you’ll need to complete a short questionnaire.

Some exceptions include:

• Your visa must last until after your course ends.

• Asylum seekers must have lived in the UK for at least 6 months while their claim is being processed.

• You are supported by your local authority under Section 23C or 23CA of the Children Act 1989, or under the Care Act 2014.

Anyone who does not meet the funding criteria would need to pay full course fees.