Google, committed to democratizing opportunities, has launched The Google Career Certificate Scholarship Program, an initiative designed to empower individuals with in-demand tech skills. In collaboration with the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU), this scholarship program offers a gateway to professional growth and career advancement in the rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Grow with Google and HACU Partnership Logo for Career Certificate Scholarship Program
Grow with Google’s mission is to ensure that everyone can benefit from the opportunities that technology creates. This scholarship program directly reflects this commitment by providing crucial skills training and resources to American job seekers. HACU, a leading voice for Hispanic higher education, is a key partner in distributing 100 Google Career Certificate Scholarships to its diverse student network, ensuring wider access to these transformative programs.
Explore High-Growth Career Paths with Google Certificates
The Google Career Certificate Scholarship Program opens doors to four distinct and high-demand career paths:
1. Google IT Support Certificate: Become a proficient IT Support Specialist through this comprehensive certificate. You will gain hands-on expertise in computer assembly, network troubleshooting, software installation, and essential customer service skills. The curriculum covers vital systems and tools including Linux, Domain Name Systems, Command-Line Interface, and Binary Code, preparing you to confidently tackle technical challenges and provide effective support. This certificate is available at both introductory and advanced levels (IT Automation with Python).
- Potential Career Roles: Computer Support Specialist, IT Manager, Network Administrator, Help Desk Technician
- Entry-Level Salary Expectation: $50,800*
2. Google UX Design Certificate: Dive into the world of User Experience (UX) Design and learn to create user-centered digital products. This certificate will equip you with a strong understanding of UX design principles, user research methodologies, and design thinking. You will master industry-standard tools like Adobe XD and Figma to build wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs, and learn to iterate based on user testing.
- Potential Career Roles: User Experience (UI/UX) Designer, Product Designer, Web Designer, Industrial Designer
- Entry-Level Salary Expectation: $58,600*
3. Google Data Analytics Certificate: Transform raw data into actionable insights with the Google Data Analytics Certificate. This program empowers you to navigate the entire data lifecycle, from processing and analyzing to visualizing and extracting meaningful conclusions. You will gain proficiency in essential tools and platforms including spreadsheets, SQL, presentation software, Tableau, RStudio, and Kaggle.
- Potential Career Roles: Data Analyst, Business Analyst, Database Administrator, Operations Analyst, Research Analyst
- Entry-Level Salary Expectation: $67,900*
4. Google Project Management Certificate: Master the fundamentals of project management with the Google Project Management Certificate. Learn both traditional and Agile project management methodologies and apply them to real-world scenarios. You will develop a robust toolbox of templates and artifacts to effectively manage project schedules, budgets, teams, and requirements across diverse projects.
- Potential Career Roles: Program Manager, Operations Manager, Administrative Manager, Project Coordinator
- Entry-Level Salary Expectation: $59,000*
*Salary data sourced from Burning Glass LaborInsight, February 1, 2020 – January 31, 2021.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Are you eager to enroll in a Google Career Certificate course through this scholarship program? Take the first step by filling out the Career Certificate Scholarship Interest Form here.
For any inquiries regarding the Grow with Google Career Certificate Scholarship Program, please reach out to [email protected].
About HACU
The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU), established in 1986, is committed to Hispanic higher education success. Representing over 500 institutions across the United States, Latin America, and Spain, HACU is the sole national association dedicated to Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs). HACU provides a wide range of programs and services accessible to all students, faculty, and staff at its member institutions. Headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, HACU maintains regional offices in Washington, D.C., Sacramento, California, and Chicago, Illinois.
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