Free AI Courses in Mississippi
MAIN offers free, self-paced, fully online AI courses designed to build practical, workforce-ready skills — available through participating institutions across Mississippi.
Enrollment Options
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Public Enrollment — Workforce & Community LearnersWorkforce members, job seekers, and other Mississippi learners can enroll through participating community colleges. Current public enrollment links are listed in the Participating Institutions section below. |
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K–12 Educators — CEU EnrollmentIn FY26, over 1,000 K–12 educators have enrolled in Intro to GenAI (K–12) and are earning up to 6.4 CEUs. Two institutions currently offer CEU enrollment for K–12 educators:
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College (MGCCC) — No Cost
Up to 6.4 CEUs at no cost through Intro to GenAI (K–12).
Southwest Mississippi Community College (SMCC) — $20 Certificate Fee
Free, self-paced online courses open to the public. K–12 educators can earn up to 6.4 CEUs with a $20 fee to receive the certificate. |
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Institutional Access — Faculty, Staff & StudentsIf you are affiliated with a Mississippi public higher education institution, you may already have access to MAIN AI courses through your institution’s existing systems. Contact your institution’s e-learning, workforce, or academic support office for enrollment guidance. |
Statewide Network
Participating Institutions
| Community Colleges with Public Enrollment Links |
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College (MGCCC)
Includes NVIDIA DLI courses in a pilot phase.
Pearl River Community College (PRCC)
Public enrollment available.
Mississippi Delta Community College (MS Delta)
Public enrollment available.
Jones College (JC)
Public enrollment available.
Coahoma Community College (CCC)
Public enrollment available.
If an enrollment link is temporarily unavailable, check back later or contact the college directly.
| Additional Participating Community Colleges |
These institutions participate in MAIN. Public enrollment details may vary — contact the institution directly for access guidance.
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University of Southern Mississippi (USM)
Faculty, staff, and students should use institution-specific guidance for access.
Intel AI for Workforce Curriculum
Courses Offered
Powered by Intel’s AI for Workforce curriculum, MAIN courses provide foundational and applied AI training with direct workforce relevance.
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How Courses WorkMAIN courses are delivered through the Canvas learning management system — flexible, accessible, and designed around your schedule.
Many courses include up to 64 hours of learning content organized across 16 modules.
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Certificates, Badges & CreditLearners may have opportunities to earn certificates, badges, and other professional development credentials through MAIN courses.
Note: Credential availability, type, and cost can vary by institution and course. |
Ready to Start?
If you want public enrollment, start with the community college options below. If you are already connected to a participating institution, contact your institution for access guidance.