OpenAI Academy Expands with New Courses for Various User Groups

On September 21, 2026, OpenAI announced the expansion of OpenAI Academy, introducing five new learning paths tailored for different user groups. The new courses include:

• Apply AI at Work: Aimed at foundational AI skills.
• Build with AI: Focused on developers utilizing Codex and the OpenAI API.
• AI Leadership: Designed for leaders on AI adoption strategies.
• AI for Educators: Targeting educators on integrating AI into teaching.
• AI for College Students: Helping students leverage AI for academic tasks.

Each course includes assessments that allow learners to demonstrate their knowledge, and successful participants will earn an OpenAI Academy course badge. OpenAI emphasizes that "using AI safely and effectively takes practice," and that effective learning is enhanced when individuals have opportunities to apply their skills in practical scenarios. This expansion follows the recent introduction of the Australian Youth Safety Blueprint and Astra for Law, indicating OpenAI's ongoing commitment to educational initiatives in AI.