Development of a Pilot Artificial Intelligence Education Curriculum for Hospital Staff.

Abstract

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly advancing, yet many healthcare staff lack foundational knowledge, risking inefficient or unsafe use. To address this, we developed an internal voluntary AI Primer pilot curriculum for all staff, including non-clinicians, within a safety-net health system. The micro-learning program included six modules featuring creative AI-generated content to enhance engagement. In its first three months, 80 staff voluntarily enrolled, generating over 500 views. Participants completing an optional post-course survey (n = 7) scored highly on post-course assessments (86-100%), found the content relevant, and felt it addressed AI safety (85%). Most appreciated the design, and nearly one-third enrolled out of curiosity about AI in healthcare. Our pilot's findings contribute to a nascent body of literature and demonstrate that a multimodal education/entertainment approach can promote AI literacy across a diverse range of hospital roles in a scalable manner. Future efforts may incorporate clinical examples and strategies to expand participation.