Professional development refers to continuing education and career training after a person has entered the workforce in order to help them develop new skills, stay up-to-date on current trends, and advance their career.
One-third of the workforce say they do nothing to upgrade or improve their current skill set. This means by taking advantage of professional development, continued education, and planning for your career, you’ve already got a leg up on a third of your peers.
By having opportunities to learn, increase your skill sets, and be current on industry best practices, professionals increase their value to their agencies while also increasing their agency's mission success.
Our offerings will help you or your team acquire and maintain federal certifications, develop occupation-specific skills, and comply with federal directives and laws to ensure you have essential training and development to improve your performance and enhance the delivery of federal services and benefits.
If DOI University does not have a professional development program that meets your organizational needs, we will work with you to design and develop a customized program which will meet you and your team’s professional development goals. Our team of performance consultants acts as your business partner and helps you define your performance needs, assess performance gaps, and offer potential learning solutions that result in performance improvement. Our team of learning and development specialists can help you develop and implement a tailored curriculum to meet specific performance improvement requirements and ensure employees have the necessary capabilities to achieve the organization’s goals efficiently and effectively. We work with you to design and develop learning and development opportunities to improve individual and organizational performance and maximize efficiency.
Contact us to learn more about this service and check Professional Development | DOI University regularly for professional development opportunities to Be Inspired, Get Empowered, Fulfill and Achieve, Improve and Transform!
NEW! DOI Artificial Intelligence Training Program
Foundation Track
Artificial Intelligence 101
In this comprehensive two-day course, beginning with a brief overview of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, the course will lead participants through the fascinating world of Generative AI and its role in reshaping industries and will delve into the transformative power of Generative AI, with a special emphasis on popular platforms like ChatGPT, Gemini (previously Bard), DALL-E, and MidJourney. Through a mix of theoretical understanding and practical hands-on sessions, participants will master the operational use of these platforms to solve real-world problems and drive innovation and cover potential challenges, ethical considerations, and practical applications of Generative AI.
Participants will engage in a series of expert lectures, interactive discussions, and practical sessions in a collaborative learning environment including access to online resources for self-paced study.
Read full description and register at Catalog | DOI University.
Dates: August 26 and August 27; September 18 and September 19
Tuition: $1,250
Artificial Intelligence in the Federal Workplace
A one-day hands-on workshop to grasp the fundamentals and implications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the context of federal operations. Participants will engage in a series of lectures, interactive sessions, and discussions focusing on how AI technologies are reshaping job roles, transforming federal operations, and the necessary pathways to integrate AI into federal programs effectively.
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Dates: August 28, September 10
Tuition: $350
Benefits and Risks of Artificial Intelligence
Join us to harness the potential of AI responsibly and ethically, ensuring it benefits federal operations and our stakeholders. This foundational course equips federal employees with essential knowledge on leveraging AI to enhance productivity while understanding and mitigating associated risks. Participants will gain insights into the responsible, secure, and ethical use of AI. Participants will learn about AI concepts and their historical development.
Supported by case studies of successful AI implementations in federal agencies, the course will highlight the benefits of AI. It will also cover the various risks associated with AI, including security, ethical, legal, and operational challenges. Delivered through a mix of lectures, interactive exercises, and discussions, participants will receive comprehensive course materials to support their learning.
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Dates: Upcoming Sessions Soon
Tuition: $136
Introduction to Data Literacy
Data literacy is the ability to read, use, understand, and communicate data as information. At the organizational level, it is the extent to which the organization, and its members, comprehends and communicates data to drive value. A data-literate workforce will be able to understand, share common knowledge of, and have meaningful conversations about data. Learning on Visualizing data, Business Intelligence (BI), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Deep Learning Module, Natural Language Processing (NLP), Data Quality, and Forecasting are included in this course.
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Dates: Upcoming Sessions Soon
Tuition: $800
Responsible Use of Data in the Government
While opportunities to leverage data continue to expand rapidly, so do potential risks and compliance concerns. Participants will engage in a series of real-life scenarios and exercises, exploring how relevant legal authorities affect the workplace and practice solving common issues that arise when working with data, data subjects, and stakeholders.
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Dates: August 7 and August 8
Tuition: $400
Maximizing Impact: Governance & AI in the Federal Workplace
An intensive one-day course to explore the critical aspects of AI governance, ethics, risk management, and practical application within the federal government. Participants will engage in expert-led sessions, case studies, and interactive workshops, delving into the policies and frameworks that ensure the ethical use of AI, to understand the benefits and risks associated with AI technologies, and to learn effective strategies for AI project and program management.
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Dates: August 15
Tuition: $350
*Applied, Core, Development, and Advanced Track Courses Will Be Added to The Catalog Soon!
Building Organizational Expertise in Artificial Intelligence
Unleash the Power of AI in Your Federal Career
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is significantly impacting federal operations and strategies. Federal guidance and rules have been released for agency use of AI, emphasizing the need for clear objectives and measurable outcomes and to accelerate the adoption of AI tools while managing risks.
AI initiatives in the federal government are diverse, ranging from traditional algorithmic AI to more advanced neural networked generative AI tools and chatbots. These efforts are aimed at making government services more efficient, responsive, and citizen-centered.
However, it is important to note that AI implementation requires careful consideration of ethical implications and potential biases. When used responsibly, AI has the potential to significantly improve efficiency, effectiveness, and decision-making across various fields and professions across the federal government.
Are you ready to transform your work and make a bigger impact?
The federal government is rapidly adopting Artificial Intelligence (AI) to improve efficiency, decision-making, and service delivery. This exciting new frontier requires a skilled workforce to harness the power of AI.
This is your opportunity to gain the edge!
We are offering a comprehensive AI upskilling program specifically designed for federal employees. This course will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to:
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Understand the fundamentals of AI: Gain a solid foundation in machine learning, deep learning, and other key AI concepts.
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Apply AI to your work: Learn how to use AI tolls and techniques to solve real-world problems in your agency.
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Make data-driven decisions: Discover how AI can analyze vasts amounts of data to generate insights and inform better choices.
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Stay ahead of the curve: Enhance your career prospects by being at the forefront of this cutting-edge technology.
This program is perfect for:
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Federal employees at all levels who want to understand how AI can benefit their work.
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Federal employees who are interested in pursuing a career in AI.
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Federal professionals looking to stay competitive in the evolving digital landscape.
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Boost your productivity: Learn how AI can automate tasks and free up your time for more strategic work.
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Enhance your problem-solving skills: Develop a data-driven approach to tackle complex challenges.
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Increase your agency’s impact: Contribute to a more efficient and effective government.
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Advance your career: Become a valuable asset in the AI-powered future of government work.
Don’t miss this chance to unlock your potential and become an AI champion!
Register today! Space is limited!
Artificial Intelligence Learning Path
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Basic understanding of core concepts.
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Putting Knowledge into Action |
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Ability to apply basic machine learning techniques to simple tasks. |
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Developing Expertise |
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Proficiency in using common machine learning algorithms and tools. |
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Ability to build and fine-tuned machine learning models for specific use cases and occupations. |
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Expertise in advanced machine learning techniques and research capabilities. |
Foundation: These courses involve an introduction to machine learning concepts.
Applied: These courses provide learners with the ability to take their foundational knowledge of AI and use it to solve real-world problems.
Core: These courses would equip learners with a solid foundation in the technical aspects of AI. This goes beyond just applying pre-built models and delves into the how and why behind various techniques.
Development: These course delve deeper than core concepts and equip learners with the skills to build, customize, and integrate AI solutions for specific purposes and use cases.
Advanced: These courses target learners with a strong foundation in core AI concepts and equip them to tackle complex problems and contribute to the advancement of AI in the federal government.
Interior Acquisition Institute
The Interior Acquisition Institute is a center of excellence within DOI University committed to the training and development of federal acquisition professionals including program and project managers as well as to providing best practices, tools, and communities to support the career development of acquisition staff and managers.
We provide the full range of federal acquisition certification (FAC) training as well as continuous learning and developmental opportunities for the acquisition workforce like the Digital IT Acquisition Training Program (DITAP). All our acquisition certification courses map to the competencies established by The Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP) and the Federal Acquisition Institute (FAI) .
We provide FAI-verified training and are recognized as a federal acquisition teaching school.
Our training is delivered virtually and at these DOI University Learning Center locations:
We can deliver training and learning products to your site to maximize your training budget while minimizing travel costs and have learning professionals who design customized learning solutions to meet the specialized needs of your acquisition workforce team.
Our courses are open to all federal employees (DOI-wide and non-DOI).