Amazon Launches 'AI Ready' to Equip 2 Million People with AI Skills by 2025

Amazon has unveiled an ambitious new educational initiative called 'AI Ready,' which aims to provide free training in artificial intelligence (AI) to 2 million people worldwide by 2025. The initiative seeks to address the growing demand for AI expertise, with a focus on democratizing AI knowledge and increasing earning potentials for those skilled in the field.

AI Skills Linked to Increased Earning Potential

A recent study by AWS and Access Partnership indicates a strong market desire for AI talent, revealing that employees with AI skills could command salaries up to 47% higher than their counterparts. As AI continues to integrate into various industries, businesses are urgently seeking qualified professionals to fill this skills gap.

New Free AI Training Opportunities

To meet this demand, Amazon is rolling out eight new free AI and generative AI courses, aiming to empower both professionals and non-technical individuals. These courses cover a broad range, from introductory to advanced levels, and are designed to prepare participants for AI-driven job markets. Amazon's new offerings feature foundational AI concepts, project planning for AI initiatives, and in-depth exploration of machine learning and language models.

Scholarships and Collaborations to Further Education

As a part of 'AI Ready,' the AWS Generative AI Scholarship program will grant scholarships, through Udacity, worth over $12 million to high school and university students from underserved communities. Furthermore, Amazon's partnership with Code.org introduces an engaging Hour of Code Dance Party: AI Edition, where students can experience coding and AI through a virtual dance party. Both initiatives are designed to make AI education more accessible and appealing to young students.

Commitment to Cloud Skills Expansion

This AI education drive compliments Amazon's ongoing efforts to provide free cloud skills training to 29 million people by 2025. The company has made significant strides in this endeavor, with over 21 million individuals already trained. Interested parties can find resources and information on Amazon’s commitment to building a cloud-skilled workforce.

About Amazon Web Services

Amazon Web Services has grown since 2006 to offer a vast array of cloud solutions to a diverse clientele. The platform supports a plethora of services, continuously adapting to cater to various workloads and maintaining a large customer base which includes startups, major corporations, and government bodies.

About Amazon

Amazon's mission encompasses customer-centricity, inventive fervor, operational excellence, and long-term vision. The company has pioneered numerous technologies and initiatives, aiming to achieve its goals of being customer-focused, a top employer, and a safe workplace, while also committing to sustainability through The Climate Pledge.

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