AI Academy
CoastDigiTech AI Academy: Plain-Language AI Training
Lessons on using Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini and Copilot well and safely, for anyone who uses AI at home or at work. A new chapter every month, chosen from the questions people are asking right now.
Claude Academy
The Claude Academy Curriculum
Ten levels and a capstone, from your first conversation to Claude Champion. Each level builds on the one before it, so the levels are taken in order. The ChatGPT, Gemini and Copilot academies follow the same path.
- Level 0
AI Basics
What AI is, your first conversation, what not to share and how to check answers.
Beginner - Level 1
Get Set Up
Set up Claude and learn your way around.
Beginner - Level 2
Prompt Craft
Clear instructions, context, examples and format that get useful answers.
Beginner - Level 3
Files and Research
Work with files, images and data, and verify what you find.
Beginner to Intermediate - Level 4
Projects
Keep files and instructions together in reusable Projects.
Power Feature - Level 5
Connectors
Connect Claude to the apps and tools you already use.
Power Feature - Level 6
Skills
Use Skills so Claude handles repeat tasks the same way every time.
Power Feature - Level 7
Design
Create documents, pages and visuals with Artifacts.
Power Feature - Level 8
Agents
Hand off multi-step work and stay in control of what Claude does.
Power Feature - Level 9
Protect and Lead
Privacy and safety habits, and how to help others use AI well.
Advanced - Capstone
Become a Champion
Build a shared prompt library and teach three people what you learned.
Advanced
Pricing
Plans and Prices
Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini and Copilot are each their own academy and subscription. Pick the one you use, add another later, or get All 4 Platforms.
One Platform
| Plan | Who it covers | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individual | 1 learner | $29 | $290 |
| Household | Up to 5 people | $49 | $490 |
| Team | 10 seats | $199 | $1,990 |
All 4 Platforms
| Plan | Who it covers | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individual | 1 learner | $69 | $690 |
| Household | Up to 5 people | $119 | $1,190 |
| Team | 10 seats | $499 | $4,990 |
Annual plans include 2 months free. Prices in US dollars. See the AI Academy Subscription Terms for renewal, cancellation and refund details.
What the Academy Covers
What’s Included
The Academy is live. Here is what every plan includes.
What You Will Learn
From $29 / Month
- Prompting for Everyday Tasks: specific, useful answers for writing, research, planning and everyday questions
- AI Safety, Privacy and Security: spotting AI scams, deepfakes and voice clones, and setting ground rules for everyone who shares your accounts
- Can I Trust This Answer? How to check what AI tells you before you act on it
- What Happens to What I Type? What each platform keeps, and the settings that protect your privacy
How It Works
From $29 / Month
- Plain-language lessons on Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini and Copilot
- Written for anyone who uses AI at home or at work
- A new chapter every month, chosen from the questions people are asking right now
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Which academy should I choose?
Start with the AI you already use. Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini and Copilot each have their own academy. You can add another one later, or choose All 4 Platforms.
Can I cancel any time?
Yes. Cancel online in PayPal, or ask us to cancel for you by phone or through our contact form. You keep access until the end of the period you already paid for.
Do you give refunds?
We do not give refunds or credits for partial periods, except where the law requires it. Read the Academy Terms.
What happens to my progress if I cancel?
Your progress is saved. If you subscribe again, your lessons and progress come back.
What are the monthly Chapters?
Every active subscription includes the monthly Chapters. A new Chapter on a current AI topic is added each month, and older Chapters stay available.
Who can subscribe?
The person who subscribes must be 18 or older.
How do I pay?
Payments go through PayPal. We never see or store your card details.