AI Literacy Training

A compact introduction to safe and effective AI use – now available to all Helmholtz employees

AI tools such as ChatGPT, Copilot, and DeepL are already part of everyday work at many Helmholtz centres. At the same time, new questions arise: What data can I enter? And how reliable are the results?

This is exactly where the AI Literacy Training comes in. In just 45 to 60 minutes, employees of the Helmholtz Association learn how to use AI tools safely and responsibly in their daily work. The course meets the requirements of Article 4 of the EU AI Act and is available to all Helmholtz centres.

Rolling out AI training at your centre? Find out more!

Learn with Alex how to use AI safely and confidently in your daily work. (AI-generated image)

About the course

In this course, you follow Alex, a project coordinator at a Helmholtz center, through typical workplace scenarios. At key decision points, you choose how Alex proceeds and receive immediate feedback. This helps you build confidence step by step in using AI effectively in your daily work.

The course consists of five modules:

Understand – What is AI and where does it appear in my daily work?
Communicate – How do I formulate effective prompts for AI tools?
Use safely – What data can I enter, and what should I avoid?
Evaluate – How can I assess whether results are reliable?
Apply – How do I use what I’ve learned in a typical work scenario?

Who is this course for?

This course is aimed at all employees of the Helmholtz Association—across research, administration, technical roles, and management. No prior knowledge is required.

Take the course

The course is available on the HIFIS Open edX platform—simply log in with your Helmholtz ID. To the course

Key facts

Duration – 45 to 60 minutes
Format – Interactive e-learning, flexible and can be paused at any time
Languages – German and English
Certificate – Certificate of participation upon completion
Regulatory basis – Article 4 of the EU AI Act
Content basis – Helmholtz guidelines for the use of artificial intelligence

Are you responsible for AI training compliance at your Center?

HIDA supports you in integrating the course into your existing systems.

You have two integration options:

Open edX Lernplattform by HIFIS
We provide the course centrally via the Open edX platform operated by HIFIS. Your Center has no technical effort. Sign-in runs via Helmholtz ID. Reporting is available.
SCORM-Import
You integrate the course into your Center's existing learning management system (LMS). HIDA delivers a standard SCORM package and provides updates. You retain control over rollout and tracking.

We are happy to integrate your own AI guidelines, contact persons and Center-specific regulations. We welcome feedback and suggestions for further development.