Get Google Certified!

What is Google Certification?

Have you been hearing the hype or seeing the badge and wondering what this means? The Google Certification program is designed for educators to demonstrate proficiency in integrating the G Suite for Education tools into their teaching practice.

Levels of Certification:

The Google Educator Level 1 status indicates that an educator is able to effectively implement G Suite for Education into their teaching practice to enhance teaching and learning. 

The Educator Level 2 status indicates that educators are able to effectively integrate a wider base of Google and Web 2.0 tools to transform learning.

Google also offers Google Certified Trainer and Google Certified Innovator programs.

How do I get started?

Go to the Training Center.  Start under the "Training" tab and choose the path that best fits you.  The training center is divided into Fundamentals training for Educator Level 1 or Advanced for Educator Level 2.  You do not have to complete Level 1 in order to take Level 2.
Log in with your Gmail account. The Training Center will track your progress for you so you can work through the lessons at your own pace. Quizzes and reviews are built into lessons to check for understanding.  You can go through the units in any order you choose and revisit lessons when necessary. The training center is more than just the "how"- it includes application, examples, and testimonials from teachers integrating tools into their classroom.  After completing the modules in the Training Center, you can choose to take an online exam to obtain your certification.

Things to know about the exam:

• It is a 3-hour online exam.
• You must have a web camera and a reliable internet connection.
• You must register first and it can take up to 24 hours before you can begin.
• After registering you have 7 days to take the exam.
• Your certification is valid for 24 months.
• You must sign a NDA (non-disclosure agreement).
• The Educator Level 1 exam costs $10 and Educator Level 2 costs $25.

Show what you know and get Google Certified!