New Delhi, NFAPost: As part of its efforts to getting into skilling arena, Google has recently announced the launch of Google Cloud Skills Boost.
The initiative is a platform for the online learning, skills development, and certifications, managed and delivered directly by Google Cloud. Google says that the Cloud Skills Boost will enable learning and professional development at an unprecedented scale.
According to Google officials, the program will provide access to more than 700 hands-on labs, role-based courses, skill badges, and certification resources, including 16 new learning paths, all of which are available on-demand globally.
Users who sign up for Google Cloud Skills Boost by November 6 will receive their first month of content at no-cost, making it easier for anyone to earn a Google Cloud certification or pick up a new skill. One can also access all Google Cloud training on Coursera at no-cost for a month, until November 6.
Google also further says, users will also be able to personalize their learning paths, track progress, and validate their newly-earned expertise with Google Cloud skill badges that will show employers their proficiency in highly-demanded skills. These skills can lead to significant career growth, as two of the highest-paying IT certifications in 2021 are both available now on Google Cloud.
The Cloud Learn event will offer three role-based tracks to choose from covering everything from Google Cloud fundamentals to more intensive Google Cloud certification preparation.
The Google Cloud Skills Boost content is available in English and Japanese, with support for more languages launching soon. Google says that it will continue to update content and release new labs and courses each month.