Free AI Certifications That Can Pay $100,000+ Without A Degree

Job postings mentioning AI are surging, the article says, with LinkedIn reporting AI-related roles nearly doubling in the U.S. since 2023 and listing typical compensation around $177,000 for AI postings versus $80,000 for non-AI roles. Indeed found 4.2% of U.S. job ads referenced AI in December 2025, its highest share to date. Glassdoor reports AI-specific jobs rose from fewer than one per 1,000 listings in 2023 to two per 1,000 in 2025, with a typical 25% pay premium. Against that backdrop, the piece promotes “three completely free AI certifications,” including digital badges, and argues certifications can help demonstrate adaptability versus relying only on a degree.