The AI Adoption, Procurement & Governance unit (AU0010) is a short, flexible training course designed to help employers upskill their workforce in a critical and fast-growing area of artificial intelligence (AI). Aimed at employed learners aged 19 and over, this unit supports organisations that need to respond quickly to emerging skills gaps while driving productivity and sustainable growth.

This unit forms part of a wider apprenticeship pathway and is delivered as a focuses, standalone learning experience. Over five weeks, learners will build the knowledge and practical skills required to evaluate, procure and govern AI solutions effectively.

It is designed for leaders and decision-makers responsible for shaping how AI is adopted within their organisation. it is particularly relevant for those involved in selecting solutions, making procurement decisions, and ensuring AI is implemented in a way that balances innovation with risk, compliance and ethical responsibility.

Key Facts

Duration

30 hours over 5 weeks

Cost

£750

Delivery Location

Online

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Unit Details

This unit focuses on the practical realities of adopting AI within an organisation, with an emphasis on informed decision-making, procurement and governance.

Learners will develop the knowledge and skills to:

Evaluate and select AI solutions using structured criteria such as cost, performance, risk and data readiness
Make informed procurement decisions based on testing, benchmarking and organisational priorities
Identify and manage risks, including vendor lock-in, data privacy and ethical considerations
Design and implement governance frameworks to ensure responsible, compliant and transparent AI use
Establish assurance processes and human oversight, while monitoring performance and supporting continuous improvement

Entry Requirements

This unit is designed for individuals in leadership or decision-making roles who are responsible for influencing or approving how AI is adopted within their organisation.

To enrol, learners must:

Be aged 19 or over
Be in employment
Have employer support for the programme
Successfully complete a pre-assessment skills test

Delivery

The unit is delivered over five structured weeks, combining strategic understanding with practical application.

Learners will engage with real-world scenarios, structured frameworks and practical activities, enabling them to apply learning directly within their organisation.

Progression

On completion, learners will be equipped to take ownership of AI adoption within their organisation, ensuring solutions are selected, implemented and governed in a responsible and effective way.

This unit forms the second part of a three-unit apprenticeship pathway, building on foundational knowledge and supporting progression into more advanced AI implementation and leadership. Learners who have completed AU0009: AI Strategy and Opportunities can continue their development through this unit and progress further to AU0011: AI Delivery & Organisational Transformation to complete the full pathway.