Google partners with Massachusetts to offer free AI classes for residents
Google, a New England Council member, has recently partnered with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to offer free classes on AI for state residents through its “Grow with Google” program. It is a seven-part online program covering AI for brainstorming, research, writing, content creation, and app building, at no cost to the state; and upon completion individual receive the new Google AI Professional Certificate.
The program is aimed at broadening access to AI education across Massachusetts, with Governor Maura Healey emphasizing its value for small businesses, nonprofits, local organizations, and communities historically underrepresented in the tech sector. The courses, normally available for a $49 monthly membership, will be managed by the Massachusetts AI Hub, a division of the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative launched by Healey in 2024, and are available to any resident who provides a Massachusetts address. The initiative also includes access to Google’s broader Career Certificate program, offering credentials in cybersecurity, digital marketing, data analytics, and other fields.
“We want our innovators and companies and talent to know that this is the place to be if you want to be on board with using AI,” said Governor Healey at an event held at Google’s Cambridge headquarters.
The New England Council applauds Google for its innovative approach to expand AI literacy and workforce development across Massachusetts, helping position residents as leaders in applied artificial intelligence.
Read more on the Boston Business Journal & Massachusetts website press release