Google Professional Certificates
Advance Your Career with an Industry-Recognized Credential — No Degree or Experience Required
Looking to start a new career, switch industries, or level up in your current role? Gain in-demand skills with Google’s Professional Certificate Programs, designed to help you grow in business and technology fields.
IN-DEMAND CERTIFICATIONS
Cape Fear Community College partners with Google and Coursera to offer these flexible, online courses—ideal for both career changers and professionals looking to enhance their skill set.
Enroll in any of the following programs, or take multiple courses to expand your expertise across industries:
Project Management
Qualify for in-demand job titles: Project Manager, Project Coordinator, Project Assistant
- Gain an immersive understanding of the practices and skills needed to succeed in an entry-level project management role
- Learn how to create effective project documentation and artifacts throughout the various phases of a project
- Learn the foundations of Agile project management, with a focus on implementing Scrum events, building Scrum artifacts, and understanding Scrum roles
- Practice strategic communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management through real-world scenarios
This curriculum is approved for the Project Management Institute’s Authorized Training Partner Program, which ensures practitioners have access to consistent and high-quality training experiences. Those who complete the Google Project Management Certificate will qualify for over 100 hours of project management education that apply directly to requirements for globally-recognized PMI credentials, like the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® certification.
IT Automation With Python
Learn the most in-demand programming language by employers and enhance your tech skills.
- Automate tasks by writing Python scripts
- Use Git and GitHub for version control
- Manage IT resources at scale, both for physical machines and virtual machines in the cloud
- Analyze real-world IT problems and implement the appropriate strategies to solve those problems
The material requires a high-speed Internet connection, a modern web browser, and a desktop or laptop computer to complete assessments.
To get the most out of this program, we strongly recommend installing Python. For some courses, you’ll need a computer where you can install Git or ask your administrator to install it for you.
IT Support
Gain skills required to succeed in an entry-level IT job:
- Learn to perform day-to-day IT support tasks including computer assembly, wireless networking, installing programs, and customer service
- Learn how to provide end-to-end customer support, ranging from identifying problems to troubleshooting and debugging
- Learn to use systems including Linux, Domain Name Systems, Command-Line Interface, and Binary Code
In addition to a Google Professional Certificate, this program contains content that prepares you to take the industry-recognized CompTIA A+ exam. Upon completion of the certificate program, you can download the CompTIA A+ exam objectives https://www.comptia.org/training/resources/exam-objectives to ensure that you’ve studied everything before taking the exams. Exam vouchers not included in registration costs.
Cybersecurity Training
Gain the skills needed to advance your career or for an entry-level job in cybersecurity:
- Understand the importance of cybersecurity practices and their impact for organizations.
- Identify common risks, threats, and vulnerabilities, as well as techniques to mitigate them.
- Protect networks, devices, people, and data from unauthorized access and cyberattacks using Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools.
- Gain hands-on experience with Python, Linux, and SQL.
In addition to a Google Professional Certificate, this program helps prepare you for the CompTIA Security+ exam, the industry-leading certification for cybersecurity roles. Vouchers not included in registration costs. Download the CompTIA exam objectives https://www.comptia.org/training/resources/exam-objectives to ensure that you’ve studied everything before taking the exams.
All programs are excellent for professional development and career advancement, featuring the Grow with Google curriculum developed by Google experts.
Search and Register for Upcoming CoursesEARN INDUSTRY-RECOGNIZED CREDENTIALS
In addition to a Google Professional Certificate, some course offerings offer dual credential opportunities in industry-leading certifications:
| CFCC Course | Associated Credential |
|---|---|
| Google Cybersecurity | CompTIA Security+ |
| Google IT Support | CompTIA A+ |
| Google Project Management | Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® |
Vouchers for the exam are not included in registration costs. Download the CompTIA exam objectives and CAPM Exam Content Outline to ensure that you’ve studied everything before taking the exams.
Schedule
Program durations start at 12 weeks. Classes are offered 100% online and self-paced, giving you the flexibility to complete your assignments when you are available. Even if the class has already started, you can still register. Students will utilize Canvas and
Coursera to complete assignments. Students can expect to spend about 10-15 hours on coursework per week.
Cost
Registration for this professional certificate course is $185. There are no additional fees.


