Week 1
Systems Thinking for Automators
Mapping workflows, bottlenecks, and leverage points.
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Automation Architecture
Design end-to-end automations across CRMs, email, and AI agents that run your business.
An eight-week deep dive into the systems that make modern companies feel ten times their actual size. You'll architect resilient automations across your stack and integrate AI agents that act on your behalf.
8 weeksIntermediate18 students max
Syllabus Highlights
Week 2
The Integration Toolkit
Make, Zapier, n8n, and native API patterns.
Week 3
CRM & Sales Automation
Lead routing, scoring, and nurture sequences.
Week 4
AI Agent Architecture
Designing agents that plan, act, and report.
Week 5
Email & Communication Engines
Transactional and lifecycle messaging at scale.
Week 6
Data Pipelines & Dashboards
Move information between systems reliably.
Week 7
Error Handling & Observability
Build automations that survive contact with reality.
Week 8
Capstone Build
Ship a full business automation reviewed live.
Prerequisites
- Completion of AI Foundations or equivalent experience
- Familiarity with at least one CRM or workflow tool (HubSpot, Airtable, Notion)
- Basic understanding of APIs is helpful but not required
What You'll Walk Away With
- Architect an end-to-end automation for your own business
- Deploy at least one AI agent into production
- Earn the NAT-CAT Automation Architect certificate
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the Automation Architecture certification for?
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This program is designed for intermediate learners. Design end-to-end automations across CRMs, email, and AI agents that run your business.
What are the prerequisites?
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Before enrolling we recommend: Completion of AI Foundations or equivalent experience; Familiarity with at least one CRM or workflow tool (HubSpot, Airtable, Notion); Basic understanding of APIs is helpful but not required.
How long is the program and what is the time commitment?
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Automation Architecture runs for 8 weeks. Sessions are delivered cohort-based, twice-weekly live sessions, with cohort size kept to 18 students max for personalized feedback.
How much does it cost and are payment plans available?
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Tuition is $3,600 USD. 4 monthly installments of $900 Early bird: $3,100 if enrolled 30 days before cohort start
What credential will I earn?
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Graduates receive the official Automation Architecture Certificate from NAT-CAT Inc., signaling mastery of the syllabus and capstone deliverables.
Can I request more information before enrolling?
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Yes — use the Request Info button to email our admissions team. We'll schedule a discovery call to confirm the program is the right fit for your goals.
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