Led by Miami Dade College, the National Applied AI Consortium (NAAIC), supported by Google.org with a $2 million grant, marks its inaugural year transforming AI education across the U.S. Since its launch in 2024, NAAIC has trained 1,000+ faculty at 320 community colleges in 46 states, impacting more than 31,000 students with industry-led AI training.
The initiative aims to democratize AI skills, embedding real-world applications into classrooms, and building a diverse AI-ready workforce. With partnerships from top tech companies and plans to reach 1 million students by 2027, NAAIC is redefining access to AI careers and securing America’s leadership in AI innovation.