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Google AI Essentials

From Google Career Certificates

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What you'll learn

You use generative AI tools to save time at work, pick the right tool for a task, and practice writing prompts, such as brainstorming content to promote a product in a conversational AI tool. You also learn to spot bias and avoid harm.

  • Introduction to AI
  • Maximize Productivity With AI Tools
  • Discover the Art of Prompting
  • Use AI Responsibly
  • Stay Ahead of the AI Curve

Source: the provider's official page ↗

Is this right for you?

Level
Beginner People new to this. You can start today with no experience.
What you get
A certificate from a name employers know, ready to add to LinkedIn and your résumé the day you finish.
How you learn
Online, self paced, about 10 hrs.
How to use it
Add it to LinkedIn under Licenses and certifications, post it with one thing you learned, and name the exact skills on your résumé. Then bring it up in interviews and show how you use AI to get more done.
Why it's worth it
Fast, practical proof that you are ahead on AI. It shows initiative, gives you skills you can use the same day, and hands you something concrete to talk about with every hiring manager.
What you will pay$49Upfront cost. Full details below.Starts with a free trial that turns into a paid subscription. Set a reminder to cancel if you stop.
Free in some states. Massachusetts, Virginia, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Connecticut, Georgia, Rhode Island offer this free to residents through a state program.
Also free through these programs (eligibility applies): Goodwill Industries International, Per Scholas (in select cities), Brooklyn Public Library (in select cities).
Time
Under 10 hours per Google; Coursera's 5 course modules list about 8 hours.
Before you start
None; beginner, no experience required. Coursera account.
How you are tested
Online, self paced (Coursera).
Renewal
None stated.
Full cost details
Coursera subscription: $49/month in the US and Canada after a 7 day free trial; included with Coursera Plus. Coursera FAQ says it cannot be taken for free; financial aid available.
Where it applies
Online; US pricing shown; prices vary by country.
Checked at the source Oct 13, 2026
Sources and what we verifiedGrow with Google AI Essentials enrollment page: $49/month after 7 day trial, Google certificate, modules ↗Coursera Google AI Essentials page: financial aid, cannot be taken for free ↗

What we verified: Google's page gives 5 to 7 hours in one place and under 5 hours in its FAQ; Coursera totals about 8 hours. The free trial is not free access.

Fees and eligibility can change. Confirm current terms with the issuer before you pay.

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