Applied AI
Use AI to solve practical problems.
GAAI AI Standards Framework™
GAAI-200
Applied AI Competency
GAAI-200 establishes practical competency expectations for applying Artificial Intelligence to real-world tasks, problems and projects.
Purpose
What This Standard Establishes
The standard moves beyond basic AI awareness toward practical application — demonstrating capability through work that can be evidenced.
- Applying AI tools to real tasks
- Working with generative AI systems
- Designing effective interactions with AI tools
- Using agent-based workflows appropriately
- Analyzing problems and developing practical solutions
- Evidencing capability through projects
- Maintaining human oversight in applied work
Core areas
Core Areas of Competency
The standard is organized into defined areas so that learning, preparation and assessment can be aligned consistently.
Generative AI
Understand and apply generative AI systems appropriately.
Prompting & AI Tools
Develop effective methods for interacting with AI tools.
AI Agents
Understand and apply AI assistants and agent-based workflows where appropriate.
Problem Solving
Use AI to analyze problems and develop practical solutions.
Projects & Use Cases
Demonstrate AI application through practical projects.
Responsible Application
Apply AI with appropriate human oversight and responsible-use practices.
Intended audience
Who This Standard Is For
College students
Early-career professionals
Emerging AI practitioners
Candidates enter the framework at the level appropriate to them. Progression through every standard is not required.
Related
Related Credential and Standards
Certification
GAAI Certified AI Associate™
For college students building applied AI capability and a portfolio.
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Next standard
GAAI-300
Professional AI Competency — applying and managing AI in organizational environments.
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Framework
GAAI AI Standards Framework™
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Demonstrate This Competency
Standards define what capability means. Certification is how it is demonstrated and verified.