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CDI Method Foundation

CDI Method Foundation

Industry Certification Series

Entry requirements
None
Complexity level
Beginner
Length of the course
9 Hours (3 hours per week for 3 weeks)
Format
Online
Language
English
Subtitles available
English

Your instructor

Hans van Dam
13K

Active Students

2.5K

Companies

50

Countries

Welcome to the CDI Method Foundation Course. Developed in the field through working with clients all over the world, learning both the theoretical method and practical workflow will bring you a great step closer to becoming an expert in Conversational AI.

The CDI Method course is perfect for you if you want to:

  • Understand what makes Conversational AI projects successful

  • Use a workflow that is going to increase the quality of your Conversational AI team

  • Ensure that your Conversational AI can help your organization achieve goals now, and in the future.

The course has 67 videos presented by Hans van Dam and Falene McKenna. And to support your learning, enjoy downloadable worksheets and diagrams.

The course

This course is for both managers and functional teams. It shares the CDI maturity model, the CDI integral framework based on mindset, skillset, culture, and systems, and the CDI Conversation Design Workflow that is helping teams around the world create human-centric and inclusive conversational experiences for both chat and voice applications.

Then for each step in the workflow, you’ll learn what the step is and why it’s important, as well as an overview of how to do the step, and key considerations.

What you will learn

At the end of this course you will have a full understanding of:
  • Defining your organizational goals

  • Selecting winning use cases

  • CDI Workflow Strategy

  • CDI Workflow Design

  • CDI Workflow Build

  • CDI Integral Strategy Framework

Is this the right course for me?

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Hans van Dam
5:20 min

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Modules

CDI Method Foundation

CDI Method Foundation

Learn CDI’s Method Foundation: the Conversational AI workflow that is helping teams around the world create human-centric and inclusive Conversational AI Assistants. From strategy to implementation, the CDI Method will help you reach your goals.
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Skills you’ll learn

At the end of the course you will be able to:
  • Understand how Conversational AI helps your organization achieve goals

  • Define user and bot personas for more authentic interactions

  • Identify and map out use cases that align with business needs

  • The step-by-step process for creating conversational flows and sample dialogues

  • The importance of user and bot needs in conversation design

  • How to implement Wizard of Oz testing to fine-tune your dialogues

  • Strategies for repairing and optimizing flows for a more seamless user experience

  • The basics of AI Training in Conversational AI

  • How to use the integral model for long term success

What’s included

Subscribe to the Conversation Designer Course and you’ll have access to:
  • All CDI Method Foundation course modules

  • All other course modules

  • More than 500 videos total

  • Regular Expert Classes

  • Regular webinars

  • Quizzes

  • Downloadable canvasses

  • Discounts to global CDI events

  • Access to CDI Alumni Network

  • Industry-wide recognized certification

Additional benefits

Exclusive access to our Expert Classes

Join virtual live expert classes and learn from the best. CDI hosts weekly live classes with experts from technology companies, leading university researchers, and enterprise practitioners. In these classes, you will learn about the latest developments, you can ask questions, and connect with your peers.

Join our online community

CDI Alumni are worldwide and work at all kinds of organizations. You will find a welcoming community that is always ready to support you in your journey and guide you to the next phase in your career. Connect, share insights, ask questions, access the international job board, and get access to special alumni perks and discounts.

Live events, webinars and hackathons

As a student, you get discounts to all other CDI events. Whether it's a Conversation Design Festival with 1000+ people online, or the in-person Beyond Boundaries festival, you will have early access and a student rate.

Exams & certificates

CDI’s Certificates have become the gold standard for people working in conversational AI. Many enterprises require their teams to be CDI certified to ensure quality in their operations. To be awarded the certificate, you’ll have to take a multiple-choice exam based on the content in the course modules.

Reasons to get certified

Professional credibility:

A CDI certification validates your expertise and knowledge in the field of conversation design, enhancing your professional credibility and reputation

Industry recognition:

The certification is recognized within the industry, making you stand out to employers, clients, and peers as a qualified and competent professional in conversation design.

Career advancement:

With a CDI certification, you are better positioned for career growth opportunities, promotions, and higher salary prospects. It demonstrates your commitment to professional development and mastery of relevant skills.

Skill validation:

The certification process ensures that you have a comprehensive understanding of conversation design principles, techniques, and best practices, providing a benchmark for your skills.

Competitive advantage:

The certification process ensures that you have a comprehensive understanding of conversation design principles, techniques, and best practices, providing a benchmark for your skills.

Networking opportunities:

Being certified by CDI connects you to a network of professionals, experts, and organizations in the conversation design community, offering opportunities for collaboration, mentorship, and knowledge sharing

Access to resources:

Certified professionals often gain access to exclusive CDI resources, tools, and ongoing education, helping you stay updated with the latest trends, technologies, and advancements in the field.

Enhanced quality of work:

The training and knowledge gained through CDI certification enable you to create higher-quality conversations.

Reviews & testimonials

Hear from our students about their experiences and the impact of our programs.

Join students from 50 countries, certified by CDI

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Tobias Ditzer
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Lorraine Burrell
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Austin Bedford
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Matthew Smith
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Marloes van der Stelt
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Francesco Palma

“I've been working as a Conversation Designer for about a year now and I wanted to learn more about training the model. So I did! Thanks Conversation Design Institute for the great course!”

Rick Witjes
Aliena Cai
6:11 min

“I have been through my share of corporate educations, but this hands down one of the best. Conversation Design Institute Conversation Design is masterfully presented by Hans van Dam and provides great hands on advice on ways how to make bots speak human! ”

Jan Jurjević

Team training & certification

Are you serious about scaling conversational AI in your organization? Invest in your team's ability to deliver with CDI’s team training and certification programs.

CDI provides tailored learning experiences, bringing your entire team up to speed on the latest industry practices.

Through collaborative workshops, hands-on projects, and expert-led sessions, we ensure your team develops a shared understanding and structured approach to conversation design. 

With team certification you validate your team's expertise, boosting confidence and productivity, making sure they are capable of delivering best-in-class experiences that deliver value to your business and your customers.

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Career opportunities

The world of Conversational AI is constantly evolving. Roles change, technologies advance, and new possibilities emerge. Your learning journey doesn’t end with our courses.

Go to our curated Career Paths page to explore what your career journey might look like in the world of Conversational AI.

Based on your organization, technology stack, and business goals we help you understand what your ideal team should look like. We have a learning path for every member of your Conversational AI team.

Need help understanding the right combination for your organization, technology stack and business goals?

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FAQs

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We're excited to have you join us! Once your payment is processed, you'll be enrolled instantly and will receive the access details via email. You can then dive right into the course.

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No special software required! All you need is a device with internet access. Whether it's your laptop, tablet, or smartphone, you're ready to learn.

Can I cancel my order and get a refund?

We're confident you'll love our courses, but if you feel that the program is not for you, we offer a 3-day money-back guarantee. This is enough time for you to explore the modules and make an informed decision. Simply contact us at [email protected] and you will be assisted accordingly.

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Absolutely! We offer special discounts for multiple user licenses. Please contact our sales team at [email protected] for more details and to explore the best options for your team.

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Designed for professionals seeking to enhance their expertise in Conversational AI.
  • Access to all CDI courses (Current and future)

  • Quizzes to test your knowledge

  • 12+ Closed expert-led classes per year

  • Regular new content

  • Expert classes and webinars

  • Access to recordings of events, classes and webinars

  • Supporting diversity scholarships

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For businesses looking to elevate their AI teams' capabilities.
  • Access to CDI's knowledgebase and training with over 700 videos

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  • Access to expert classes and webinars

  • Access to recordings of events, classes and webinars

  • Recurring Auditing against CDI Standards

  • Consulting services

  • Supporting diversity scholarships

  • Mastery certification package including 10 separate certificates

  • Onboarding of the team with CDI specialist

  • Dedicated account manager to support students as they progress

  • Free Conversational AI Maturity Assessment

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