This intensive 1-day introductory course turns complete beginners into confident AI users. Learn to structure effective prompts, analyze files, automate daily correspondence, and navigate data privacy guidelines safely and responsibly.
| Date | Venue | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 September 2026 | Sandton, Gauteng | 1 Day | |
| 28 October 2026 | Sandton, Gauteng | 1 Day | |
| 16 November 2026 | Sandton, Gauteng | 1 Day | |
| 02 December 2026 | Sandton, Gauteng | 1 Day |
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This one-day, hands-on course gives you everything you need to start using ChatGPT with confidence. Whether you have never opened ChatGPT before or have experimented a little and want to go deeper, this ChatGPT Complete Guide for Beginners course walks you through the fundamentals step by step — from setting up your account and understanding how the AI works, to writing effective prompts, using advanced features, and applying ChatGPT responsibly in your everyday work and life.
By the end of the day you will be ready to use ChatGPT for emails, research, creative tasks, document summarisation, image creation, and much more — with a clear understanding of both its power and its limitations.
By the end of this ChatGPT Complete Guide for Beginners course, participants will be able to:
Explain what ChatGPT is, how it works, and where it fits in the broader AI landscape.
Configure ChatGPT settings, including data controls, security, and parental controls.
Write clear, structured prompts that produce accurate and useful responses.
Use core ChatGPT features: web browsing, voice mode, image and file uploads, and image generation.
Apply ChatGPT to practical tasks such as drafting emails, summarising documents, and generating ideas.
Recognise ChatGPT’s limitations, understand hallucinations, and apply ethical best practices.
Incorporate ChatGPT confidently into professional, educational, or personal workflows.
This ChatGPT Complete Guide for Beginners is designed for:
Complete beginners curious about AI and ChatGPT
Business professionals streamlining communication and workflows
Educators exploring innovative engagement methods
Anyone wanting to use AI as a daily productivity tool
Our diverse instructional approaches ensure effective learning:
– Lectures & Presentations: Engage with expert-driven, stimulating content.
– Course Material: Access well-crafted supporting resources.
– Group Work: Collaborate on discussions and case studies for practical insights.
– Workshops & Role-Play: Participate in immersive, scenario-based activities.
– Practical Application: Focus on applying theoretical knowledge in real situations.
– Post-Training Support: Receive extensive support after training for skill implementation.
Module 1: Introduction to ChatGPT
What it is • How it works • Pricing • Getting started
What is ChatGPT and how does it work?
The GPT model family explained simply
ChatGPT Free vs Plus vs Team: which plan suits you?
Navigating the ChatGPT interface
Key limitations to know upfront
What NOT to enter into ChatGPT
Essential tips for better results
Hands-on: Create your account and explore the dashboard
Module 2: ChatGPT Settings & Account Setup
Settings • Data controls • Security • Parental controls
General settings and personalisation options
Data controls: what ChatGPT stores and how to manage it
Turning chat history off and on
Enabling two-factor authentication
Custom instructions: teaching ChatGPT about you
Parental controls and safe use for younger users
Module 3: Writing Effective Prompts
Prompt structure • Techniques • Follow-up prompts • Practice
What makes a prompt effective?
The four elements of a strong prompt: Role, Context, Task, Format
Positive and negative examples side by side
Adjusting tone, length, and style
Follow-up prompts: asking ChatGPT to improve, expand, or simplify
Multi-turn conversations: building on previous answers
Prompt templates for common tasks
Hands-on: Prompt workshop and peer review
Module 4: ChatGPT Core Features
Emails • Web browsing • Voice • Files & images • Links
Writing and refining professional emails
Sharing conversations and managing chat links
Browsing the web with ChatGPT
Using Voice Mode for hands-free interaction
Uploading images: analysing photos, diagrams, and screenshots
Uploading documents: PDFs, Word files, and spreadsheets
Creating images with DALL-E inside ChatGPT
Hands-on: Feature exploration circuit
Module 5: Practical Applications, Ethics, Safety & Limitations
Real-world tasks • Productivity • Responsible use • Scenarios
Summarising long documents and reports instantly
Meal planning, recipes, and dietary suggestions
Gift ideas, event planning, and creative brainstorming
Social media captions, posts, and content strategy
Research assistance and fact-checking workflows
Drafting proposals, agendas, and meeting notes
Learning a new topic step by step with ChatGPT as tutor
Hands-on: Build your own ChatGPT workflow
Understanding hallucinations: why ChatGPT makes things up
How to fact-check and verify ChatGPT outputs
Bias in AI: where it comes from and how to spot it
Data privacy: what you should never share with ChatGPT
Copyright and intellectual property considerations
Ethical use in the workplace and in education
Disclosure: when to tell others you used AI
Course wrap-up, Q&A, and next steps
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