Grow your skills with Google Career Certificates!
Through the First Work and Grow with Google Canada partnership, we were able to provide 1,250 scholarships to jobseekers to get on the pathway to high-growth fields.
Thank you to all those that applied and participated in the program.
The First Work and Grow with Google project would not have been possible without the unwavering support of the employment service providers and First Work Members:
- 360 Kids
- Achev
- CES Oxford
- College Boreal
- Dixon Hall
- FOCUS Employment Services
- KEYS
- South Essex Community Council
- The Workplace Group
- YES North Bay
- YMCA Central East Ontario
- YMCA Hamilton Burlington Brantford
Achievements
- 1250 scholarships distributed
- 1500+ scholarship applicants
- 2700+ course completions
- 300+ specialization completions
Reminder – the FREE scholarship through First Work x Grow with Google Canada ends on December 31st, 2024. Learners will not have access to the program past this date. Learners will keep any Certificates earned while participating in the program on their Coursera account. Any work learners did in unfinished courses will remain on their Coursera account for at a later time with an additional fee.
"I think I feel better positioned to find employment because I have a better understanding of what is required in certain fields/roles. In addition to taking AI Essentials, I'm also currently working on the Digital Marketing & Ecommerce certificate to upskill and hopefully find employment in communications & marketing fields."
- AI Essentials Certificate Graduate
"The Grow with Google program has significantly and positively impacted my employment search and upskilling journey. Through this program, I completed the Google IT Support Professional Certificate, which provided me with a comprehensive foundation in IT support skills, including troubleshooting, customer service, networking, operating systems, system administration, and security. This certification not only enhanced my technical knowledge but also boosted my confidence in pursuing IT-related roles. The practical, hands-on labs and real-world scenarios included in the program allowed me to apply what I learned directly to my job search and work environment." - IT Support Career Certificate Graduate
"The hiring process is very competitive and candidates need to demonstrate they are fast learners and can fit in and contribute as early as possible. The Google program helps candidate sharpen their skills and stay relevant and current."
- Cybersecurity Career Certificate and AI Essentials Certificate Graduate
"It has provided me with an extra credential to prove my worth in the field of Data Science. I am confident that the certificates value will help me in finding some employment."
- Data Analytics Career Certificate Graduate
"This program has given me an updated skillset to use in my current role. I feel more confident in my ability to use technology to aid in my success. Thank you!"
- AI Essentials Certificate Graduate
Google Career Certificate scholarship opportunities were made possible through the generous support of Google Canada.
