Individuals in Northwest Michigan can prepare for a new career in a high-growth field through free courses thanks to a partnership between 20Fathoms and the Center on Rural Innovation. The certification courses are available through the Grow with Google program and are self-paced and 100% online.
Certificates Available
Earn a Google Career Certificate in one or more of the following areas:
- Cybersecurity
- Data Analytics
- Digital Marketing & E-commerce
- IT support
- Project Management
- UX Design
Who Can Participate
Anyone in Northwest Michigan! Scholarships are available for residents of the following counties: Antrim, Benzie, Charlevoix, Emmet, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, Leelanau, Manistee, Missaukee, and Wexford.
No previous experience is necessary. Learn new skills to make a career change.
Individuals who are already working in a related field and seeking to improve their skills are also invited to participate.
Benefits & What to Expect
- Professional training designed by Google.
- Opportunities to connect with 150+ top employers that are currently hiring, such as Deloitte, Target, and Verizon.
- 75% of program graduates report an improvement in their career within 6 months of completion.
- Learn at your own pace and on your own time. It typically takes 3-6 months to complete the program.
- Plan to spend up to 10 hours a week on coursework.
- Coursework is 100% online.
Cost to Participate
Scholarships that cover 100% of costs are currently available. This opportunity was made possible through a partnership between 20Fathoms and the Center on Rural Innovation.
Timeline
The deadline to complete the course is June 30, 2025.
How to Apply
- Click here to complete the scholarship application form.
- Once accepted, you will receive a welcome message from the Center on Rural Innovation. It will include a link to join Coursera which is the learning platform for this certificate program. As you sign up for the course, your scholarship will automatically be applied.