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It's a pivotal moment in the development of AI. We’re already seeing the progress AI is making possible – sparking scientific breakthroughs, helping governments serve people better, and empowering workers and businesses around the world.

AI has the potential to transform the way we learn and work. Explore the range of training Google offers to help you gain essential AI skills, boost your productivity, or even get you started on a new career path.

The growing demand for AI skills in Australia

32%

of people in Asia-Pacific said they were already using a Gen AI tool to help them at least once a week in their work1

$2,700

a year in increased average worker productivity could result from potential skills gains from AI1

52%

of workers said they wanted to better understand how AI models worked1

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Frequently asked questions

Is AI certification worth it?

Having a certificate from Google is a concrete way to show current and future employers your competency in this essential skill set, like using generative AI tools, prompting, and using AI responsibly. Overall, learning how to use AI can empower you to be more productive, creative, and informed in both your personal and professional life. After completing our AI courses, you’ll earn a certificate.

Does AI require coding?

Not necessarily! While AI is built with code, many AI tools are designed to be used by everyone, even without coding knowledge. For example, Gemini allows you to use everyday language to interact and accomplish tasks, like summarising complex topics, generating creative content, or answering your questions in a comprehensive and informative way.

Can I learn AI on my own?

Yes, absolutely! Learning AI on your own is very achievable. A good starting point is exploring AI courses, like Google AI Essentials, which provides a solid foundation in key AI concepts and practical applications.

Which is the best AI course for beginners?

Google AI Essentials is a good course for beginners. It is taught by AI experts at Google who are working to make the technology helpful for everyone. In under 10 hours, they’ll do more than teach you about AI — they’ll show you how to actually use it. You’ll get practical, hands-on experience augmenting your current and future work tasks with AI. Through videos, readings, and interactive exercises, you’ll learn how to use generative AI tools, create effective prompts, use AI responsibly, and select the right AI tools for your work needs. This self-paced course is accessible to everyone and is designed to fit into busy schedules. You don’t need any technical experience to begin, and the skills you’ll learn can be applied to a variety of roles across industries. After you complete the course, you’ll earn a certificate from Google to share with your network and potential employers.

How long will it take to learn AI?

In under 10 hours, you can learn the essential functionalities and utilise AI tools for common tasks.

What is the difference between AI Essentials and Prompting Essentials?

Google AI Essentials teaches foundational AI concepts and definitions, and discusses common AI use cases for both individuals and organisations. Google Prompting Essentials focuses on teaching individuals how to effectively instruct AI by following 5 easy steps to build effective prompts that make AI work for them. Both of these courses are designed for beginners, so no prior experience is needed.

Is Google offering free AI courses?

Grow with Google offers free workshops, such as Generative AI for Educators and Grow Your Business with AI.