Overview
Cademy’s AI Course Builder helps you quickly build structured lessons and quizzes for your on-demand or blended courses. Just type a short prompt, and the AI will generate lesson content tailored to your instructions.
For best results, you can also upload your own reference materials (PDFs or images) to guide the AI.
How to Use the AI Course Builder
Step 1: Open Your Course
Go to your on-demand or blended course.
Click on the “Contents” tab in the course settings.
Step 2: Click “AI Course Builder”
Click the AI Course Builder button to open the prompt box. This tool generates new lessons based on your instructions.
Step 3: Add a Prompt
Type a short description of what you want the course to cover.
You can also include extra details such as:
Number of lessons
Quiz preferences
Tone or audience (e.g. beginners, healthcare, teenagers)
Step 4: (Optional – But Strongly Recommended) Attach Your Materials
You can upload your own files to help the AI create better content - and we strongly recommend doing this. When the AI can "read" your materials, the lessons will match your subject, style, and goals much more closely.
Why it’s important:
If no files are attached, the AI relies only on your course title and prompt. Even a short outline makes a big difference.
Accepted file types (currently supported):
Documents: PDF
Images: PNG, JPEG
What to upload:
Slide decks
Course outlines
Lesson plans or handouts
Teaching notes
Key diagrams or visuals
💡 Pro Tip: Even one file can make a big difference.
How to Use the AI Lesson Editor
Tool | What It Does |
AI Course Builder | Adds new lessons to your course based on your prompt |
AI Lesson Editor | Adds more content to a single existing lesson |
To use the AI Lesson Editor:
Open the lesson
Click “AI Lesson Editor”
The AI will generate and insert more content into that specific lesson
Example Prompts
Create a 6-lesson beginner course titled Data Protection Basics, designed for non-technical learners. The course should explain GDPR principles, safe data handling, and common risks. Use simple, jargon-free language suitable for admin staff or small business teams. Add a 10-question quiz at the end. Base the structure and tone on the attached material.
Create a 5-lesson course titled First Aid Essentials for the Workplace, aimed at non-medical staff in office or retail settings. The course should cover how to respond to burns, cuts, choking, fainting, and allergic reactions. Use clear, step-by-step instructions and real-world examples. Add a quiz at the end. Use the attached guide as your reference.
Create a 6-lesson course on sustainable practices in hospitality.
Custom instructions:
Use a professional tone suitable for hotel and restaurant staff
Include case studies and real-world examples
Add a 5-question quiz at the end of each lesson
Reference the attached slides for key topics
Generate a 7-lesson course on digital wellbeing for teenagers.
Custom instructions:
Use an accessible, age-appropriate tone
Focus on screen time, online safety, and social media impact
Add interactive reflection questions instead of formal quizzes
Incorporate the key points from the uploaded resource
More Instructions You Can Add
Attachments
Use the attached PDF as a reference
Base lessons on the topics in the uploaded image
Quizzes
Add a short quiz to each lesson
Include a quiz only at the end
Use 4 answer options per question
Tone
Use simple, clear language
Keep it friendly and informal
Use UK English
Audience
Make this suitable for beginners
Use examples from the healthcare sector
Target teenagers aged 14–18
Format
Use bullet points and headings
Make the last lesson a summary
AI Credits and Limits
Plan | Monthly AI Credits |
Free | 30 |
Pro | 100 |
Team | 500 |
1 prompt = 1 credit, regardless of the number of lessons
Credits reset monthly
You’ll see a message if you run out of credit
FAQs
Can I edit the AI-generated lessons?
Can I edit the AI-generated lessons?
Yes, you can edit or delete any AI-created content.
Can I upload my own files?
Can I upload my own files?
Yes. Upload PDFs or image files (PNG, JPEG) to guide the AI. This is highly encouraged.
Will it delete my existing lessons?
Will it delete my existing lessons?
No. AI will only add new content. Your existing lessons will stay exactly as they are.