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IBM SkillsBuild is a free education program designed to increase access to technology learning and empower individuals with the skills needed for the future of work. The program offers content for high school students and educators, college students and faculty, and adult learners, all available in multiple languages. Learners can build both technical skills and essential workplace skills to help them prepare for the workforce.
Through IBM SkillsBuild, learners gain access to:
- More than 1,000 free courses in high-demand fields such as AI, cybersecurity, data analytics, and other technical and professional skills.
- IBM-branded digital credentials recognized by employers and the market.
- Customized practical learning experiences delivered in collaboration with a global network of partners.
Whether you're a learner, educator, or organization, IBM SkillsBuild offers the tools and support needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital economy. Learn more:
- Learners
- Educators
- Organizations
- AI Ethics (Module for Students and Parents)
About IBM
IBM a leading provider of global hybrid cloud, AI and consulting expertise recognizes the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the future workforce. In alignment with the federal initiative to advance AI education for American youth, we are committed to fostering AI literacy and skills development among high school students and adult learners to cultivate talent and drive economic growth.
By 2028, IBM will skill two million learners as part of IBM SkillsBuild, our enterprise strategy to invest in the future pipeline of technological talent. Together with our network of IBM SkillsBuild partners, we are preparing the current and future American workforce with the necessary AI and related technology skills by:
- Enhancing high school AI education through curriculum development, teacher training, and student engagement
- Advancing adult workforce training through workforce development and credentialing
- Public-private partnerships through student and educator AI-focused resources and R&D to improve the use of AI in education, contributing to effective tool development
Our commitment supports our nation's effort to prepare students and lifelong learners for an AI-driven future, and is backed by IBM’s long-standing commitment to trust, transparency, responsibility, inclusivity, and service.