Google Accelerator: Professional AI Certifications

What Is It?

Google Accelerator: Professional AI Certifications is an educational initiative designed to provide specialized training in artificial intelligence. Upon requesting this service, users will be enrolled in a dedicated Canvas course. This course allows participants to choose and complete one or two distinct certification paths, ultimately resulting in official Google AI certifications.

Please Note: Enrollment is not automatic and is processed manually. It may take several business days after your request is submitted for the course to appear on your Canvas dashboard.

Features

  • Canvas Integration: Centralized access to all learning materials, modules, and tracking through the Canvas LMS.
  • Flexible Pathways: Ability to choose up to two specialized Google AI certification tracks depending on your professional or academic goals.
  • Self-Paced Learning: Complete the coursework and preparation modules on your own schedule.
  • Official Certification: Earn industry-recognized credentials directly from Google upon successful completion.

Requirements

  • An active institutional account with access to Canvas.
  • A stable internet connection and a compatible web browser.

Who Is Eligible To Use It?

This service is available to all current Faculty and Students.

Where Can I Get It?

To request enrollment in the program, click the Request Google Accelerator Access button on the right side of this page.

Because enrollment is processed manually by our team, it will take several business days to complete. You will receive an email notification once you have been successfully added to the course.

How Do I Use It?

  1. Submit your enrollment request via this portal.
  2. Wait for the confirmation email stating your enrollment has been processed (typically within 3–6 business days).
  3. Log in to Canvas and open the Google Accelerator: Professional AI Certifications course from your dashboard.

How Much Does It Cost?

This service is provided at no cost ($0) to all eligible faculty and students.

How Can I Get Support?

If you are experiencing a problem with this service or have any questions, please email lts@uic.edu.

Service Levels

Service Request Fulfillment Time 6 business days
Incident Response Time 3 business days
Incident Resolution Time 6-7 business days
Service Availability 24/7
Maintenance Window(s) None unless posted by Google
Service Notification Channel(s) status.uic.edu