Why get Google Cloud certified
87% of Google Cloud certified users feel more
confident in cloud skills.1
Google Cloud certifications are among the highest
paying IT certifications of 2022. 2
More than 1 in 4 of Google Cloud certified
individuals took on more responsibility or
leadership roles at work.1
Which Google Cloud certification is right for you?
Foundational certification
Validates broad knowledge of cloud concepts and the products, services, tools, features, benefits, and use cases of Google Cloud.
Recommended candidate:
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Collaborative role with technical professionals
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No technical prerequisites
Role
Associate certification
Validates fundamental skills to deploy and maintain cloud projects.
Recommended candidate:
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Has fundamental understanding of Google Cloud
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Has experience deploying cloud applications and monitoring operations
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Has experience managing cloud enterprise solutions
Role
Professional certification
Validates key technical job functions and advanced skills in design, implementation and management of Google Cloud products. This includes specialized certifications.
Recommended candidate:
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Has in-depth experience setting up cloud environments for an organization
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Has experience deploying services and solutions based on business requirements
Role
Showcase your skills
Learn more about Google Cloud certifications
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More than 1 in 4 of Google Cloud certified individuals reported taking on more responsibility or leadership roles at work.
Certification stories and resources
1. Based on survey responses from the 2020 Google Cloud certification impact report.
2. Based on responses from the Global Knowledge 2022 IT Skills and Salary Survey.