A hands-on, beginner-friendly AI learning program to help you prepare for the evolving workplace.

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AI skills you'll learn

Why take this learning program?

AI is changing how we work day to day. Those that learn AI skills will gain a distinct competitive edge and unlock new career opportunities.

This program is designed for beginners and will equip you with lucrative AI skills you can use right away.

With Google.org's support, The Code to Change and 8 program partners across Northern Europe have joined together to help working professionals gain essential AI skills, at no cost.

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working professionals gaining essential AI skills, at no cost.

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Google.orgsupporting the program

The Learning Program

The learning program combines the Google AI Professional Certificate course with role-specific workshops produced by The Code to Change.

It is beginner friendly, hands on and equips you with professional AI skills you can apply immediately. The program is cohort based, meaning you will learn with others and be guided by professional AI coaches throughout.

Begins early 2027 Fully funded program Professionally certified Cohort based Guided by AI Coaches
Important

The first cohorts will begin early 2027, with additional cohorts running throughout the year.

Phase one

Program Kickoff

Each cohort begins with a kickoff. Here you will meet your AI Coach, learn about the program in greater detail and also get to know those learning with you.

2 hoursCoach led
A cohort meeting their AI CoachMeet your AI Coach
Phase two

Google AI Professional Certificate

After the kickoff you will start Google's AI Professional Certificate, which is made up of 8 individual courses and hosted on Coursera. It's beginner friendly, hands on and teaches you valuable AI skills for the workplace.

13 hoursSelf pacedOnlineMulti language
Learner studying the Google AI Professional Certificate online
Quickly analyze data, and get insights to make informed decisions
Phase threeOptional

Role-specific Workshops

You will also have the opportunity to take part in specialised AI workshops, produced by The Code to Change and tailored for specific roles.

Tailored to your role
A role-specific AI workshop in progress

Who can apply?

This learning program is designed for people whose day-to-day work is being reshaped by AI, from admin and customer service to sales, finance, and marketing. If your role touches any of the areas below, this program is for you.

Data entry & administrative support
Customer service & front-desk
Sales & retail
Finance & accounting
Logistics & warehouse support
Marketing & communications
Public sector administrative & clerical staff
Specialized office assistants & support roles

Don't see an exact match? Apply anyway, we will help you find the right fit.

Professional Certification

You will have the chance to earn professional certificates from both Google and the Learning Program, each one formally recognizing your professional AI skills.

Google AI Professional Certificate

Google AI Professional CertificateRecognizes that you have completed the full online course. You will receive this certificate automatically once you have passed all course tests.

The Learning Program Certificate

The Learning Program CertificateRecognizes your participation in the wider program, including any role-specific workshop you have completed.

How to apply for the program

Choose your path: become an AI Coach, join as a learner, or register your company.

Register as a Learner

Build practical AI skills you can apply to your job right away, with fully-funded access to the Google AI Professional Certificate on Coursera and hands-on support from certified AI Coaches.

Who it's for: Anyone looking to work smarter with AI and grow in their current role.
  1. Apply via the Learner registration form
  2. Receive your Coursera access, at no cost
Register as a Learner
A learner at work

Register as a Company

Help your team do their jobs better with AI. Enroll employees in the Google AI Professional Certificate, fully funded, at no cost to your organization.

Who it's for: SMEs and organizations in sectors most exposed to AI-driven change (finance, health, sales, customer service, admin) ready to upskill their staff.
  1. Apply via the Company registration form
  2. Employees get Coursera access (at no cost), AI Coach support and a role-specific workshop for their field, starting January 2027
Register Your Company
A team learning together

Apply as an AI Coach

Guide learners through the program, host sessions, mentor small groups, and help them apply AI skills directly to their work.

Who it's for: People with practical AI experience, patience, and a passion for mentoring (no formal AI degree required).
  1. Apply via the AI Coach registration form
  2. Complete Coach training led by The Code to Change, fully funded (Oct–Dec 2026)
  3. Start mentoring in January 2027 (3–5 hrs/week, fully remote)
Apply as an AI Coach
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