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Free AI classes for small business near you
The fastest way to find a free AI class near you is to check your local chamber of commerce, Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and SCORE chapter, which regularly run free AI workshops for business owners. AI Workshop Finder collects those listings in one place: there are 150 upcoming AI workshops for small business owners listed right now, searchable by state and city, plus online classes you can join from anywhere.
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Where free AI classes for small businesses come from
- Small Business B(AI)sics from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation (supported by Google): free, in-person AI training held by local chambers of commerce, plus a free on-demand course from CO— by U.S. Chamber.
- America’s SBDC AI U and your local Small Business Development Center (SBDC): free or low-cost AI training and one-on-one advising.
- SCORE: free live webinars and local workshops led by volunteer business mentors, including AI topics.
- Claude Workshops: free hands-on sessions for small and medium-sized businesses run by Anthropic partners in cities across the U.S. and online.
- Libraries, community colleges, business incubators and local AI meetups, which often post one-off classes on Eventbrite or Meetup.
Coming up soon
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Small Business B(AI)sics: Free AI Training (Lancaster Chamber of Commerce)
Free, hands-on AI training for small business owners from the U.S. Chamber Foundation (supported by Google), hosted by the local chamber.
Small Business B(AI)sics: Free AI Training (Hancock Chamber of Commerce)
Free, hands-on AI training for small business owners from the U.S. Chamber Foundation (supported by Google), hosted by the local chamber.
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Frequently asked questions
Are AI classes for small business owners really free?
Many are. Chambers of commerce, SBDCs, SCORE and several tech companies run free sessions. Some local organizers charge a fee; every listing on this site shows Free when the organizer says it is free.
How do I find an AI class in my city?
Use the search on the home page or open your state page, which lists in-person workshops by city. If nothing is close, online workshops are open to everyone.
Do I need technical experience?
No. The workshops listed here are aimed at business owners and teams, not programmers. Most ask you to bring a laptop and one real task from your business.
How often is this list updated?
Every day. New events are added automatically and past events are removed.
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