Digital badges
You can earn a digital badge and gain marketable skills that prove impressive to current or potential employers.
As a FREE benefit to all of our alums, the Alamo Colleges offers you the Grow with Google's flexible online training designed to put you on the fast track to jobs in high-growth fields.
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Are you a current Alamo Colleges (AC) student?We have something for you, too! The Alamo Colleges offer its students six months of free access. Learn more at GWG for AC Students. |
Not an AC alumnus or student?At $179 (a $60 savings) for 6 months of access, you can complete any of these professional certificates plus more from the Alamo Colleges District. Learn more at UpSkill. |
•No experience necessaryLearn job-ready skills, even with no relevant experience. 1,300,000in-demand job openings across certificate fields1 |
•Learn at your own paceComplete the online program on your own terms. Under 10 hoursof flexible study per week2 |
•Stand out to employersMake your resume competitive with a credential from Google. 75%of program graduates report an improvement in their career within 6 months of certificate completion3 |
•A path to in-demand jobsConnect with top employers currently hiring. $63,600the average salary for entry-level roles across certificate fields1 |
Data AnalyticsData analysts collect, transform, and organize data to help make informed business decisions. If you like uncovering trends and patterns, and visualizations: |
Digital Marketing & E-commerceDigital marketers use online tools to reach customers. E-commerce specialists grow online sales. If you like connecting with people online and building an online presence: |
IT Automation with PythonPython is a high-level, general-purpose programming language programmers utilize to write clear, logical code for small- and large-scale projects. If you like solving problems, helping others, and coding: |
IT SupportIT Specialists troubleshoot problems, so computers and networks run correctly. If you like solving problems and helping others: |
Project ManagementProject managers ensure projects within an organization are managed and completed with maximum value. If you like solving problems, organization, and working with people |
UX DesignUX designers make digital and physical products easier and more enjoyable to use. If you like understanding people and drawing and thinking creatively: |
I wanted to learn more technical skills to advance in my career field. I love that I have learned on my own time and earned multiple certificates along the way to completion. |
Chanel GaticaPalo Alto College, Class of 2014 |
Get on the fast track to in-demand IT, Project Management, UX Design, and Data Analytics jobs. |
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Here are a few articles to help you know what to expect. Although these articles apply to our fully online students seeking college credit credentials, you can use the information for all online learning experiences.
You can earn a digital badge and gain marketable skills that prove impressive to current or potential employers.
Virtual communication, clear presentations, and time management are skills shared by online learners and remote employees.
Online learning provides a reliable experience that will continue to operate effectively despite external events.
Complete the form below and get started.By submitting this form, you permit us to enroll in the professional-level training you select below. Note: Alamo Colleges alums can only select one professional certificate. Need help? Don't delay. Call (210) 485-0110 or email AlamoONLINE@alamo.edu today! |
About Alamo Colleges FoundationThis exclusive benefit for alumni graduates of the five Alamo Colleges is offered in partnership with the Alamo Colleges Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the Alamo Colleges District. For information about the foundation, visit:For questions about professional-level certificates, visit |
1Burning Glass: Labor Insight (Last 12 Months: Feb. 1, 2020 - Jan. 31, 2021)
2Complete in 6 months, under 10 hours per week.
3Based on program graduate survey responses, United States 2021