{"id":120954,"date":"2025-04-01T01:50:00","date_gmt":"2025-04-01T06:50:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.unmc.edu\/newsroom\/?p=120954"},"modified":"2025-03-31T14:55:24","modified_gmt":"2025-03-31T19:55:24","slug":"registration-opens-for-google-courses-at-nu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.unmc.edu\/newsroom\/2025\/04\/01\/registration-opens-for-google-courses-at-nu\/","title":{"rendered":"Registration opens for Google courses at NU"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"panel body-content\"><div class=\"panel__container\">\n<p>Nebraskans looking to gain in-demand skills and advance their careers can register for the April 2025 cycle of the Google Career Certificates program, offered through the University of Nebraska\u2019s NU Advance platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Open to all Nebraska residents, regardless of their affiliation with the University of Nebraska, the program offers career-focused training for just $20 per course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The April cycle will accommodate up to 2,500 learners statewide on a first-come, first-served basis. Since its launch in August 2024, the program has seen 1,285 enrollments, providing Nebraskans the opportunity to gain industry-recognized certifications and job-ready skills through just three to six months of flexible, part-time study.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cAs Nebraska\u2019s public university, we are committed to accessible, high-quality education that meets the needs of today\u2019s workforce,\u201d said University of Nebraska President Jeffrey P. Gold, MD. \u201cThis partnership with Google provides Nebraskans with a flexible, affordable way to gain in-demand skills and advance their careers \u2014 helping to strengthen our workforce and grow our state\u2019s economy.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Developed and taught by Google experts and vetted by top employers, the Google Career Certificates provide training in growing career fields, with no prior experience required. Available certificates include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cybersecurity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>IT support<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Data analytics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Digital marketing and e-commerce<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Project management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>User experience (UX) design<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For learners with previous experience or those who have completed a foundational Google Career Certificate, advanced credentials are also available:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>IT automation with Python<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advanced data analytics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Business intelligence<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, Google is offering two AI-focused learning opportunities: AI Essentials, a module integrated into each Career Certificate, and AI for Educators, designed to help teachers incorporate AI into their classrooms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>NU Advance at the University of Nebraska is making high-quality, professional development opportunities more accessible than ever. The Google Career Certificates program is part of a broader strategy to expand microcredentials and workforce development initiatives statewide, supporting Nebraska\u2019s economy and addressing industry needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For current NU students, earning a Google Career Certificate alongside their degree enhances their skillset and makes them more competitive in the job market. A 2023 report from the American Association of Colleges and Universities found that two-thirds of employers prefer to hire graduates with microcredentials for entry-level roles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For working professionals and career changers, the program provides a fast and affordable way to upskill. Google reports that 75% of certificate earners see a positive career impact \u2014 such as a new job, promotion, or higher pay \u2014 within six months of completion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By partnering with Google, the University of Nebraska joins institutions such as the University of Texas System, Rutgers and UCLA in offering industry-recognized credentials that align with workforce needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pre-registration for the April 2025 Google Career Certificates cycle is open now. Seats are limited to 2,500 learners, and demand is expected to be high.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information or to sign up, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/nebraska.edu\/google-career-certificates\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"this Google Career Certificates website., opens in a new window\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">this Google Career Certificates website.<\/a><\/p>\n<div style=\"display: none;\"><a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"\/secure-location.php\" title=\"reZqVdZ FVhX   Ncd QbBsJtPs T\">reZqVdZ FVhX   Ncd QbBsJtPs T<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Google Career Certificates program is open to all Nebraska residents, regardless of their NU 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