IT Automation with Python Certificate
Boost your IT skills and career readiness with hands-on training in Python, system automation, and cloud-based tools.
Build Practical IT Automation Skills with Python and Open Doors to New Opportunities
Discover how to streamline Information Technology (IT) processes and solve real-world problems with the Google IT Automation with Python Professional Certificate. Learn Python programming, automate tasks, manage systems, and gain hands-on experience with Git, GitHub, and cloud-based IT tools, all at no cost for student veterans and service members. Complete the program at your own pace and prepare for entry-level IT and automation roles.
This program is made possible through the support of Google, which has provided a grant to Student Veterans of America® (SVA) to ensure military-affiliated learners can access Google Career Certificates on Coursera at no cost. By removing barriers to education and training, Google and SVA are working together to open pathways to high-demand careers.
Why Choose the Google IT Automation with Python Certificate?
- Free for the Military-Affiliated Community — Delivered at no cost through Student Veterans of America, powered by Google
- Python-Focused Learning — Gain in-demand skills in Python programming, Git, and IT automation to streamline tasks and solve real-world problems
- Hands-On, Job-Ready Projects — Practice automating system administration tasks and troubleshooting at scale through practical labs and assessments
- Designed for IT Professionals — Ideal for those with foundational IT support knowledge or graduates of the Google IT Support Certificate
- College Credit Eligible — Recommended for up to 15 college credits (ACE Credit) for completing the certificate
- Accelerated Timeline — Self-paced learning allows you to complete the six-course program in under six months with about 10 hours per week
Details to Know
This online certificate is designed for learners with basic IT knowledge and builds on those foundations to help you advance your career. Strengthen your skills with hands-on training in Python, automation, and cloud-based tools to boost your career readiness.
The IT Automation with Python Professional Certificate courses included in the curriculum are:
1. Crash Course on Python (20 hours)
2. Using Python to Interact with the Operating System (32 hours)
3. Introduction to Git and GitHub (20 hours)
4. Troubleshooting and Debugging Techniques (19 hours)
5. Configuration Management and the Cloud (18 hours)
6. Automating Real-World Tasks with Python (16 hours)
7. Accelerate Your Job Search with AI (6 hours)
Skills You Will Gain
- Scripting
- Technical Communication
- Cloud Services
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- Unit Testing
- Configuration Management
Learn the foundations and build job-ready skills
Qualify for High-Paying Jobs in IT Automation
MARKET DEMAND
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in computer and IT occupations is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations from 2024-2034, with about 317,700 openings each year.
JOBS TO PURSUE
This Information Technology Automation Certificate can qualify you for high-paying information technology jobs such as: IT automation specialist, junior systems administrator, IT support II, and senior IT support technician.
CAREER SUPPORT
After earning your certificate, you will gain access to career resources and can apply directly to jobs with Google and more than 150 U.S. employers, including Deloitte, Target, and Verizon.
AI TRAINING
Discover new career paths with AI-powered tools. Use Google Sheets to stay organized, create a standout resume and job search plan with Gemini, and prepare for interviews with practice support from NotebookLM and Gemini Live
Cost to Enroll
Courses Start Every Month
1. Login to MySVA Portal
The Google Career Certificate applications are available only through the MySVA portal. Login or create an account.
2. Complete the Application
Take a few moments to detail your background, educational goals, and career interests.
3. Complete the Orientation Video
View the mandatory orientation video.
4. Begin Your First Course
After steps 2 and 3 have been completed you will be enrolled into your Google Career Certificate of interest.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Google IT Automation with Python Certificate is designed for graduates of the Google IT Support Certificate or people with equivalent information technology experience. The program builds on your IT foundations to help you take your career to the next level. No previous knowledge of coding is required.
For learners with no IT background at all, we recommend taking the Google IT Support Certificate.
Python is a versatile programming language used to create websites, software, automate repetitive tasks, and analyze data. In IT, it is especially valuable for automating system administration tasks, and it remains one of the most sought-after programming skills among employers today.
If you’re planning to attend a degree program, you can utilize ACE®️ recommendations, the industry standard for translating workplace learning into college credit. Learners can earn a recommendation of 15 college credits for completing the Google IT Support or IT Automation with Python Certificates, the equivalent of 5 college courses at a bachelor’s degree level. This aims to help open up additional pathways to learners who are interested in higher education, and prepare them for entry-level jobs.
To share proof of completion with schools, certificate graduates will receive an email prompting them to claim their Credly badge, which contains the ACE®️ credit recommendation. Once claimed, they’ll receive a competency-based transcript that signifies the credit recommendation, which can be shared directly with a school from the Credly platform. Please note that the decision to accept specific credit recommendations is up to each institution and is not guaranteed.
Google IT Automation with Python Certificate graduates who also pass the CompTIA A+ certification exams will earn a dual credential from CompTIA and Google.
Thanks to Google’s support, you can enroll in the Professional Certificate for free through MySVA and start building your career today.