Reesby Academy · AI & Digital Tools
AI Ethics and Safe Use
Use AI fairly, transparently and safely in your organisation.
About this course
AI tools can be fast and helpful, but they can also introduce bias, privacy risks and misleading content when used carelessly. This course helps you recognise those risks and apply simple checks that protect your team, your customers and your organisation's reputation. You'll finish with a practical safe-use checklist you can adapt.
What you will be able to do
- You'll be able to recognise common sources of bias in AI-generated content
- You'll be able to apply privacy checks before entering information into AI tools
- You'll be able to disclose AI assistance appropriately in work products
- You'll be able to escalate AI concerns through the right internal channels
Course outline
- Tools you'll need8 min · Lesson notes, example, action task · 2-question quizEthical AI use depends on the policies, tools and records your organisation already has, so start by gathering those resources.
- Why AI Ethics Matters at Work7 min · Lesson notes, example, action task · 2-question quizAI outputs can affect people's jobs, money and reputation. Ethical use means being accountable for what you produce, even when a tool helped you write it.
- Bias and Fairness in Outputs7 min · Lesson notes, example, action task · 2-question quizBias can appear in wording, examples and decisions. Spotting it early means you can change the output before it causes harm.
- Privacy and Confidential Information7 min · Lesson notes, example, action task · 2-question quizPrivacy and confidentiality are everyday responsibilities when using AI. Knowing what is sensitive, and what to remove, is the core skill.
- Transparency and Disclosure7 min · Lesson notes, example, action task · 2-question quizBeing open about when and how AI was used builds trust. Disclosure rules vary, so follow your organisation's guidance and be honest when it matters.
- Creating a Safe-Use Checklist7 min · Lesson notes, example, action task · 2-question quizA simple checklist turns good intentions into repeatable practice. Keep it short, specific and easy to use under time pressure.
- Careers & next steps7 min · Lesson notes, example, action task · 2-question quizResponsible AI skills are increasingly valued in roles that handle data, customers and public information. These are common job titles where this knowledge helps.
- Final quiz and certificate10 questions, pass mark 8 of 10. Pass to get your Reesby Academy certificate with a verification link.