About this Program

As artificial intelligence reshapes what’s possible in the workplace and daily life, there’s never been a greater need for AI systems designed with people in mind.  

In this year-long graduate certificate program, you’ll learn how to design AI systems that are ethical, equitable and responsive to human needs. You’ll build fluency in core AI concepts, grounded in industry frameworks you can apply to emerging technologies and real-world problems. You’ll explore ethical and societal implications, evaluate potential risks, validate solutions through user studies, and develop strategies to integrate AI into products, services and organizations.

Designed For

Professionals in design, UX, research, data science, tech and related fields who want to strengthen their ability to lead AI initiatives and build and implement responsible AI solutions.

Earn Credit Toward Your Master’s Degree

You can complete this certificate on its own or combine it with another UW College of Engineering certificate to create a stacked Master of Engineering in Multidisciplinary Engineering.

Learn More

This program is offered by the UW Department of Human Centered Design & Engineering (HCDE). For more information and to apply, visit the Graduate Certificate in Human Centered Artificial Intelligence webpage.