AI Academy: Workshop for Beginners

From zero to confident — AI made simple

Course intro

This hands-on beginner workshop introduces you to the power of AI through easy-to-use tools like ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot. Over the course of in total 8 hours (split in 2x 4 hours per session), you'll go from curious to confident, learning how AI can help you write, summarize, brainstorm, and boost your productivity — even if you’ve never used AI before.

Who is it for?

  • Complete beginners with no tech background
  • Professionals in non-digital domains with low limited tech knowledge
  • Small business owners looking to save time
  • Anyone curious about practical uses of AI

What’s inside the course?

  • Introduction to AI and how it works
  • Hands-on exercises using ChatGPT, Copilot, and more
  • Real-life use cases: writing, summarizing, research, task automation, inspiration
  • Small group format (max 6 participants)
  • Take-home some assignments, various template prompts and a basic guide

Course includes

  • ✅ Hands-on personal training in small groups
  • ✅ Coffee, thee & refreshments
  • ✅ Certificate of completion
  • ✅ Access to extra resources
  • ✅ A direct line to your AI Instructor for questions & answers

Modules

The course is split into two modules, each lasting 4 hours:



Module 1: The Basics of AI — Learn what AI is, how to use ChatGPT or similar tools, and apply it to your daily life. And you'll get some homework too.

4 hours


Module 2: Activate your 2nd brain — Build on your skills to automate workflows, write smarter, and gain confidence using AI.

4 hours


Calendar / Dates / Location

  • Location: Antrepreneurs HQ, Brouwersvliet 24, 2000 Antwerp (Google Maps)
  • Upcoming dates: dates can be planned, based on the size and availability of your group. There will also be 'open' dates announced soon, or you can contact me to pinpoint some dates together.

      

Enrollment

  • Sessions: 2 sessions of each 4 hours of hands-on workshop, with room for personal use cases
  • Price per participant (ex VAT): €395 (instead of €495) for 2 modules
    (⚠️ PROMO until 31/08/2025)
  • Max: min. 2 participants, max 6 participants per session (if you are alone, just send an email and we'll work something out)
  • Groups: if it's a lager group, we can split in sessions OR go on-location (just contact me)



Why take this course?

By joining this workshop, you’re not just listening & learning — you’re transforming how you work, search and think. Imagine saving hours each week by automating emails, creating better content, and making smarter decisions. With our practical, no-jargon approach, you’ll be amazed how quickly you can use AI to make life easier.

About the instructor (that's me ;-)

My name is Tom Claes — founder of Antrepreneurs, digital native & digital professional since the year 2000 (that sounded vintage already) and your guide for this course. I’ve spent the last few years helping people and teams make sense of tech, from innovation consulting, marketing tech implementations to coaching small businesses.

Want to know more about my professional background? Feel free to check my Linkedin profile.

My thing? Making AI feel less like hype and more like a tool you’ll actually enjoy using. A hands-on, practical learning for anyone curious and ready to explore the possibilities of GenAI.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • Do I need any prior knowledge? No — this course is designed for beginners.
  • Will I get access to recordings? No, but you’ll receive take-home materials and cheat sheets.
  • Can I get a certificate? Yes — you’ll receive a certificate of completion.
  • Is it just ChatGPT? No, the concepts and learnings also count for other GenAI tools like Deepseek, Claude, Copilot, Sora, KlingAI, Perplexity, etc.
antrepreneurs founder tom claes

Tom Claes

Meet Tom – your AI trainer for this course and the founder of Antrepreneurs. With 20+ years in the digital world, he’s launched startups, built tools, lived in Colombia, and helped both local shops and Fortune 500s act smarter. He’s not a fan of fluff, loves practical solutions, and brings a backpack full of digital tricks. Expect real talk, useful insights, and a few laughs along the way. Let’s keep it smart, simple, and fun — because without that, it’s not business, it’s just busy-busywork.

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