16 college credits (ACE) Google Program Guide The certificate objective is to cover Python programming, Git and GitHub, IT automation, configuration management, and cloud computing through hands-on labs and real-world projects. This is an advanced, online program designed for learners with prior IT experience who want to expand their skills into automation and scripting. To earn the certificate, students will complete and pass the following 7 mini-courses. Crash Course on Python Using Python to Interact with the Operating System Introduction to Git and GitHub Troubleshooting and Debugging Techniques Configuration and Management of the Cloud Automating Real-World Tasks with Python Accelerate Your Job Search with AI ----- Tri-Credit generates valuable credit in three ways: high school credit, a recognized industry credential from Google, and college credit. ----- High School Credit: Awarded by the homeschool. The course is self-paced, with an estimated 240 hours needed for completion. Students may complete the course in as little or as much time as needed. The grade is awarded by the homeschool. HS4CC recommendations: Honors Computer Science Python, 2.0 credits (2 semesters, 7 hours per week) Industry Recognized Credential (IRC): Google is a third-party provider of this certification, which is generally accepted by employers for hiring, retention, and advancement. College Credit: Each Google Career Certificate has been evaluated for college credit by the American Council on Education (ACE). ACE recommendations are only recommendations. Your college or university will have the final authority over how much credit is awarded. Lower-Division Baccalaureate 1 Career Development Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Cloud Technologies Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Introduction to Python Programming Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Software Development Using Python Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Introduction to Operating Systems Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Introduction to Computer Programming As a courtesy, we have compiled a list of colleges and universities that already accept the Google Career Certificates as college credit towards a degree. This list is for planning purposes and is subject to change. Contact any individual college or university you are considering to find out whether they award college credit for this certificate. Participating College List
