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Ethics

Learn the fundamentals of AI ethics and how to apply ethical principles in the conversational AI workflow. Explore real-world dilemmas, prevent harmful outcomes, and implement Fairness, Accountability, Sustainability, and Transparency (FAST) principles to create ethical, responsible AI experiences.
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LEAD INSTRUCTOR

Cami Rincon

RESEARCH APPLICATION OFFICER
THE ALAN TURING INSTITUTE
ABOUT
The Ethics course is designed to help professionals integrate ethical principles into AI workflows and make informed decisions when facing ethical challenges. From fairness and accountability to transparency and sustainability, this course provides tangible examples and practical strategies to prevent unintended consequences in AI interactions.

You'll explore key ethical considerations in conversation design, understand where potential risks lie within the workflow, and learn how to apply the FAST track principles to ensure your AI solutions align with ethical best practices. Whether you’re a designer, developer, or business leader, this course equips you with the knowledge and tools to build AI assistants that are responsible, fair, and socially conscious.

Perfect if you…

  • Are a conversation designer, AI trainer, conversational engineer, project manager, or business stakeholder looking to build ethical AI solutions.
  • Already work in conversational AI and want more confidence in handling ethical challenges.
  • Are new to the field and want to embed ethical considerations into your work from the start.
  • Need a clear ethical framework for your team to develop responsible AI assistants.
  • Want to reflect on and enhance your organization’s approach to AI ethics.
SKILLS

What you will learn

  • Why AI ethics matter – Understand the importance and consequences of ethical principles in AI.
  • Ethical considerations in conversational AI – Identify risks and responsibilities unique to conversation design.
  • FAST track principles – Implement Fairness, Accountability, Sustainability, and Transparency to ensure ethical AI projects.
  • Ethical challenges in the workflow – Learn how to identify and address ethical dilemmas at different stages of AI design.
  • Critical points for ethical decision-making – Recognize moments where targeted ethical considerations are crucial for AI’s social impact.

What you will get

  • Ethics course
  • Certificate of completion
CDI METHOD FOUNDATION PATHWAY · COURSE 2 of 2 

Ethics

Learn the fundamentals of AI ethics and how to apply ethical principles in the conversational AI workflow. Explore real-world dilemmas, prevent harmful outcomes, and implement Fairness, Accountability, Sustainability, and Transparency (FAST) principles to create ethical, responsible AI experiences.
  • COURSE 1 · CDI Method Foundation
  • COURSE 2 · Ethics
  • EXAM: CDI METHOD FOUNDATION EXAM
  • CERTIFIED CDI METHOD PRACTITIONER
THEN CHOOSE A CERTIFIED PATHWAY
ABOUT THIS COURSE 
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LEAD INSTRUCTOR

Hans van Dam

FOUNDER & CEO
CONVERSATION DESIGN INSTITUTE
CERTIFICATES & EXAM
Finish this course for a certificate of completion. Complete Ethics next, then pass the CDI Method Foundation Exam to receive the Certified CDI Method Foundation Practitioner certification — $499 full price, included with Certified.
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ABOUT
The Ethics course is designed to help professionals integrate ethical principles into AI workflows and make informed decisions when facing ethical challenges. From fairness and accountability to transparency and sustainability, this course provides tangible examples and practical strategies to prevent unintended consequences in AI interactions.

You'll explore key ethical considerations in conversation design, understand where potential risks lie within the workflow, and learn how to apply the FAST track principles to ensure your AI solutions align with ethical best practices. Whether you’re a designer, developer, or business leader, this course equips you with the knowledge and tools to build AI assistants that are responsible, fair, and socially conscious.

Perfect if you…

  • Are a conversation designer, AI trainer, conversational engineer, project manager, or business stakeholder looking to build ethical AI solutions.
  • Already work in conversational AI and want more confidence in handling ethical challenges.
  • Are new to the field and want to embed ethical considerations into your work from the start.
  • Need a clear ethical framework for your team to develop responsible AI assistants.
  • Want to reflect on and enhance your organization’s approach to AI ethics.
SKILLS

What you will learn

  • Why AI ethics matter – Understand the importance and consequences of ethical principles in AI.
  • Ethical considerations in conversational AI – Identify risks and responsibilities unique to conversation design.
  • FAST track principles – Implement Fairness, Accountability, Sustainability, and Transparency to ensure ethical AI projects.
  • Ethical challenges in the workflow – Learn how to identify and address ethical dilemmas at different stages of AI design.
  • Critical points for ethical decision-making – Recognize moments where targeted ethical considerations are crucial for AI’s social impact.
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MEET THE INSTRUCTOR

Cami Rincon

RESEARCH APPLICATION OFFICER, THE ALAN TURING INSTITUTE
In 2018, Hans co-founded the Conversation Design Institute to establish processes, techniques, and organizational standards to professionalize the role of conversation design within large enterprises.

Hans also sits upon the board of CDI Foundation, which is focused on undertaking research, education and industry development, along with providing scholarships to help people from underrepresented and disadvantaged backgrounds enter the CAI industry.  

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