I actually got a mid level IT production support job at a large software company with this as my only education background. However, it was definitely not an emphasis at all in my resume and I didn't mention it at all in the interviews. I'm coming from 7 years of sales and warehouse operations experience. Willingness to learn and proven experience to be dependable is ultimately what matters.
Hey I will be 18 in this sept, is this cert worth it? I'm Indian I'm just too curious in working and doing job as I'm interested in this field. Should I do this? Will I get a job OR small work just to engage myself in? I already know some of the CS languages such as Python and C language also very good in pc technicalities and problems. Plz reply
@@amsk10 it wouldn't hurt. Since you already have learned multiple languages (both lingual and programming), I assume a number of the modules within the course program should come fairly quickly for you (especially if you are in college/university now). If that's true then financially it shouldn't be much of a problem. The cert has many of the digital skills you need for in-demand jobs anyway. For a long-term investment, I think it is very valuable. And for short-term, the results may vary, just as much as people's lifestyles varies. But I think ULTIMATELY THAT DEPENDS...ON YOUR GOALS‼️ Find out what exactly you want to do within IT first then weigh the benefits. Never limit yourself to only one resource. Personally, I think this very cert is a road map on deciding what you want to do within IT which is another added benefit of this certification - allowing you to choose your flavor(s) while you train. You can go on the Grow with Google site and make that decision for yourself. But it does help you towards completing your degree if that's also what you're pursuing. As far as getting a job, once you complete the program you will be tapped into Google's growing network of reputable employers that have partnered with or supported this certification program. PLEASE NOTE: as far as getting a job, in this day and age of hiring potentially qualified candidates, employers are becoming increasingly more focused on soft skills, than tech skills. So I would place just as much emphasis (or rather more) on soft skills than your hard tech skills; healthy balance between the 2 is also preferred. The tech skills and experience will come overtime though so I wouldn't stress much or get overwhelmed over that.
@@jasonrodriguez202 can vouch for this.. as a warehouse worker they asked me to name a time where i learned something else, and i told them i took a digital marketing class at the university of vermont and they really liked that, even though the position had nothing to do with digital marketing lol
I'm taking it now, I knew absolutely nothing about IT, but wanted a career change. I was intimidated, especially when I saw the price for the CompTIA+ cert! I kept thinking about how miserable I would feel if I failed that test. So, I'm trying this. I applied for financial aid, and got it! Training wheels provided by Google! I like the course, it's presented in a way that allows you to digest the information easily. It's even fun and I'm now much more curious about what else is out there and how I can practice what I am learning. I feel like after I complete this cert and have that little win under my belt, I'll be ready to really test myself and invest in a Comp TIA+ cert. I watched your video on how to start in IT (it was so heartfelt). Thank you for being so encouraging to us older newbies. You just got a new subscriber!
Landed a desktop support position with this on my Resume as well as customer service experience. They saw I was in school, pursuing certs, etc. No IT experience or certs currently besides this one. Don't underestimate putting customer service experience on a Resume. I worked for months to fine tune my Resume to make my drive and passion stand out. Keep in mind if you're going into Cyber and looking for a foot in the door, yes, help desk/desktop support is a good way to start. Especially working with information security in a Hospital, like I am. Most hospitals have a help desk team, a Networking team, sometimes an applications team, and a Cyber team. Lot of room for growth.
im on the same boat right now lots of costumer service experience learning lots of new software. currently taking IT support cert hope it lands me better job
I'm working through the Google IT Support certificate right now, and my plan was always to also get CompTIA A+ certified as well. Google actually provides a dual certification badge for your LinkedIn profile and a 20% off coupon for your CompTIA A+ exams when you complete the IT Support Certification. However, I feel that the main value of the course comes from the way they present the information, it's well laid out and has quality video content to watch, for me it is a great way to learn. In combination with CompTIA A+ I feel confident that I'll have success when it comes to applying for jobs.
@@KrisTheCodeManDude you can do 1-3 weeks worth of work in a day. So you could do it in a month, which is what I'm doing. I'm so close to being done and it's been less than a month.
I am currently doing this course as a prep for more detailed study. Coming from someone with zero experience and only a basic level of familiarity with the subject, I feel like I need this to give me a solid understanding. I also watched the whole computer science series from crash course and found that to be incredibly helpful. I also managed to get the financial support so the entire course is free for me. I can honestly say I am enjoying it and find it worthwhile. I plan to pair this with the professer messer series. My goal is to earn a Comptia A+ certification but I don't just want to pass a test, I want to really understand this stuff.
I got an offer for Tier 2 IT Support Engineer one week after I finished this certification. I applied for over 100 jobs, and only received 10 responses. You definitely have to work for it if you want an opportunity that is entry level. This certification was well worth it for me.
Was it a remote position? Asking because I live in a small town (trying to make enough $ to move) and want to use this to get a remote opportunity to eventually be able to move elsewhere
@@dgkallday4u I was lured into the position believing that it was remote. I too lived in a remote area at the time so I was grateful. Then, it became hybrid remote. Then it was only hybrid remote if you met quota. However, they did not have an office in my state yet. I guess that what I am saying is how am I supposed to drive to Colorado from Indiana every morning if I don't make quota. 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 I am going to get 6 months of experience here and leave. Take whatever offer that you get, but do exercise caution.
I encourage my junior technicians to take this and the A+. It’s a good grounding in concepts and some tasks for people transitioning from other careers.
In Arizona, after many conversations with a lot of the IT professionals here, even if the Indeed or job application does not list it in their requirements, many here will gladly accept the google IT basic and advanced certs combined with A+ for high paying jobs. Don't always just look at the job listing and assume, but apply and reach out and talk to the employer instead of waiting for the employer to reach out to you? Old school tactics still work best. Also getting to know, talk to, and network with professionals in the field helps greatly.
Apparently, they also prepare you for the CompTIA A+ cert as well. This is from the course description on Coursera: "This program also prepares you for the CompTIA A+ exams, the industry standard certification for IT-you’ll earn a dual credential when you complete both."
@Tyrin Wilson I think it means that the content in the the google certification overlaps and covers the same stuff as A+ does. You still need to pay for the actual exams for A+ but you can learn it all through the google cert training.
I've gotten Google IT certified through a training program. Honestly, most employers don't have any respect for it. I think it's really just there to show that you have an interest, and whatever certification afterward is a follow-through, luckily I got A+ certified as well, but it's really something you should study alongside A+ and build that confidence for the exams.
@@obijuankenobi420 3 months. Study a section through the week, test on the weekend and lab. If you’re already in without an A+ just skip it all together and start with net+
@@DeadricSummoner I'm starting from scratch. Need to find a light duty career cause of an injury, trying not to waste time getting certifications that won't help in getting a decent career. Any advice would be super helpful.
The best thing is to QUICKLY take this certification first and take the A+. That way, you will receive a badge from Google once you pass both your A+ exams.
Does the google certificate provide enough knowledge for the A+ exam? Like can I take the A+ exam immediately after completing the google program or do I also have to study separately for the A+?
I think it is worth noting that a lot of us may understand that as a certification on its own it will probably not get us into a role as easily as ComptiA+ would. However, I remember trying to start with Professor Messer's videos and feeling a little overwhelmed but how fast he was just going through it. The google program seems more like a great beginner tool to give us the basics and fundamentals to then work towards an industry standard certification like ComptiA. I simply see it as a good stepping stone. I think for that purpose this program is awesome. My plan is to finish this google program as fast as I am able to and then watch Professor Messer's videos before I take the ComptiA exams.
That's a great mind set to have. A lot of senior industry technologists miss that important point in which employers are becoming more aware of - learning the basics! Learn the fundamentals. Dive deep into the essentials. Establish the foundation. This will prove beneficial in the long run. Don't limit yourself and you will go far as you want to take yourself.
I agree 👍. I started watching professor messer videos and purchased a textbook. Turned out they didn't line up in the same order, so ended up purchasing two other textbooks for A+. I struggled with networking, so purchased another textbook for that. Finally bit the bullet and started google it. I work different hours in a four day work week, so it's hard scheduling a routine. I'm hoping by the time I'm done, I can figure out which cert I want to start with.
If I said it once, I've said it a 100x. This cert would carry so much more weight if it had a proctored exam. Personally, I felt I learned more for this cert than the A+ (as the Google cert had hands on linux and windows labs). I felt A+ was just a grind learning legacy gear. Of all the certs I hold... I feel Net+ (Supplemented with GOOGLE IT labs and Net Academy/ packet tracer labs) helped me the most. Not so much in terms of getting a job, but in things I actually work with on a daily basis. Beyond the certs, that get you in the door, you have to win your job in the interview. I rather have a kid with a google IT cert with a willingness to learn than a know it all douche bag with a CCNA.
It's a good cert. It's an easy first win and can lead into finishing the A+ certification right away. It's also good for four credit hours at WGU. The cert is broad; letting you see the many facets of IT allowing you to pick an area you're Interested in. It gives you resources for finding jobs as well. I passed it in March of year and started work for Amazon in a data center in November.
@@bobanmilisavljevic7857 After 90 days you can attend WGU through the career choice program and the cert will be free. We have a lot of openings in the data centers as well.
I took this course finished it for free in a day! It makes your resume look good and im taking my A+ in April. I only had a tech support job that just hired anybody but I did it for 2 years and made my resume look super nice and landed a decent job but did get a lot of interview offers. Most recruiters look for personality and also look that you have a solid understanding about how computers and networking works!
@@jasonrodriguez202 No, not 6 weeks. The entire course is made up of 6 different sub courses. Each sub course is "6 weeks" long. All 6 "sub courses" are part of the entire suite.
The difference is though with that 39 dollar Coursera subscription you can take the Google it, calculus, intro to programming in Java and python from the University of Pennsylvania( an Ivy League school) , Azure data fundamentals and be done with all of that in the first 3 to 4 months and be ready to hop right into that AWS certification like I did
I'm only 3 weeks in and I'm 60% done and that's only dedicating a little time here and there. It is good to get some fundamentals and your feet wet with some of the technologies but your right don't expect an employer to look at it and say wow. It's just a small stepping stone but I'd still recommend it to brush up on some knowledge if it's been awhile or if your completely new to IT
The thing is that it’s not a certification… it’s education. For example, if someone in the accounting profession takes a course and receives a “certificate in public accounting” upon completion… it doesn’t make them a “certified public accountant”… for Google it’s a certificate at the end of an educational program, not a certification. It’s also good preparation for the A+ which is why there’s a special badge for this where if you complete the course and you get A+ certified you get a fusion badge. In the end this is a really good education in IT which leads to personal competence. It is not a certification
Yes I took it and learned a lot but you still need to take the CompTIA because you get a really awesome badge that shows you have completed both. It's more worth it if you take the I.t. certification where you learn python.
@@JonathanBigbarkBarclay awesome. Thanks. This however is not part of the path for a UX/UI designer too though, right? So many branches of the tech world has me utterly lost lol
The problem I have with the Pricing Section of this video is. Yeah a Google Certificate costs you $300 over 6 months. But, for the A+, most people aren't going to be able to just pick up a book and teach themselves. You'll have to pay for a course that can cost you $5000-$12,000 for the same time frame. And if your school doesn't pay for the privilege to take the exam, you have to pay $300 for a voucher. I have 6 close friends who have gotten mid-level jobs at places with at least 300 employees, and 2 friends that work in IT for Amazon just with the Google IT Cert. I will say I live in Baltimore, and we're in a tech boom, and we're about an hour away from DC. So that could be why. But this shows there are opportunities out there. I do agree the A+ is valuable (much more valuable than the Google IT), but the Google Cert is much more affordable and if someone lives in a large tech market, there are jobs out there for people with this cert.
I don’t know anyone who has spent thousands of dollars on A+ training when there are so many FREE and affordable resources out there. Professor messer is free on RUclips and his content will help you pass the A+ Itprotv charges around $30/month and their training will help you pass the A+ as well. If you’re paying thousands for training you’re getting ripped off…. Really bad.
@@Itcareerquestions there are plenty of tech schools that charge tuition for 9-10 months of training. You must not live in a city. They cost thousands of dollars. Kaplan University used to I'm not sure as if late. But before TESST College of Baltimore went down, they too did this.
@@kingblazebeats You’re right, the tech school in my area has a 8 month course that’s $5k to prep for CompTia but it is definitely a rip off, big time.
It helped me refresh what I learned from school and when I had the CompTIA A+. It is a good refresher in my opinion. If you have a bit of IT background it's easy cert for $40. CompTIA is the best cert for starting IT.
I took this course and learned a lot but I have mentioned it in interviews and haven't had anyone say they know what the certification is. It isn't worthless, but it's not going land you a job in my experience.
This absolutely doesnt take a dedicated learner 6 months of time, which is the mentality you should have if you're truly entry level (in my opinion!), and realistically I think most people could hammer it out in a month or two if they really push at it. I completely agree with you though, it's absolutely not in the essentials like the Comptia ones are. I think this is a great first certification for someone to get who's trying to break into his or her first entry level job, who feels "stuck", while they work on their A+ and eventually Network+ and Security+. I'm personally taking it to satisfy WGU's Cyber Security entry requirements for their cyber security program.
A little over 2 months is realistic. And that’s with retaining terms and taking notes making sure you know what you are being taught, not just in a “ lemme past the test” type of short term memory learning
I decided to give the google IT support a shot, been doing it for 3 days and I'm already through most of the content, trying to finish before the 7day trial is up. If I end up spending 39.00 for 1 month to finish the cert I'm fine with that, for me personally it's a good introductory way to find out if IT support is the right fit for me. Still on the fence at this point.
Did you have any prior experience working in this type of field? I’m wanting to get into this new space of tech. No experience in it tho. Data analytics or IT certs are what’s gotten my attention.
The cert has 5 courses. It’s impossible to do it in 7 days while retaining most of it. I’d say a little over 2 months if you actually want to learn instead of just getting something that says you did something but really didn’t.
I did the same certification and like others, it is really thought out. The financial aid bit means you have to explain to them that if you cannot afford to pay for the course (due to financial situation) you can get it for free. However, the problem with Comptia is the lobbying against the right to repair and also you have to renew certification. If you don't pass your exam you have to pay again. So not really a good comparison.
The CompTIA A+ is too big imo. pain in the Ars. expensive esp if you fail at all and have to retake! And half of it you won't need to know in the real world. and it's useless after ur first IT job nobody cares about A+ they care about experience. You guys agree or no?
When I saw this video, the first thing that came to my mind was you HAD to have seen my TLDR I left in that video. 😅 You made fair & valid points, however, I still think it's a relatively new certification to base it off of facts right now. To be completely fair, the industry hasn't caught up yet to what benefits it can bring. Personally, if I saw someone with the certification, I'll definitely consider this is as a major plus, in particular, for an IT support role or for the more intermediate level one. As you stated, it's very similar to A+. Plus, it has the mark of a well-known respected brand called Google. Who is also 1 of the three major players in the cloud, btw. It may not be the best investment for a beginner, financially speaking, but that depends. Mainly, if you are a quick learner. I think your average learner today can learn it in less than 6 months, possibly 2 months, going at a consistent but respectable pace typically speaking. Which means completing it in less than a month is achievable. So what's $40, $80 or even $120 out of your pocket for training that most other certifications don't give? You basically have at least 3 certifications in 1 #GoogleITcertificate. And I am being conservative (TECHnically it's at least 5). Note: when you think about it. That's also motivation to get it done quicker than normal😉 BUT at a STILL respectable price. Now as an added benefit, once you complete the certification program, you tap into #Google's network of employers.🤑 However, although those are reputable companies, that list is still growing. I'm not sure what's going on with #GrowWithGoogle's (pun intended) marketing team on pushing the #GoogleITSupport certification (program) into relevance, but what I DO know is that this certification has a lot of promise. I'll wait 4-5 more years to see the industry's response. Furthermore, personally, I think this certification is like a road map into venturing into IT to decide which flavor of #IT you want to pursue If you haven't already decided. I think Google has done a great job on doing something in the market that needed to be done that most haven't and should have done. It was (and is) only a matter of time. I actually would encourage people to grab this certification, especially since the military took interest in it as well. Because sooner or later if it's not something that can boost your career via skill sets, I think it will really be something to boost your career financially among other things. I believe the return of investment will show itself in the long run not short-term. And as you stated in one of your videos, it should never hurt to gain more knowledge into your field.💯 Therefore, I think it's a wise investment to achieve this certification, especially at this stage while it's in its infancy; it would already be doing it's job and it COMPLIMENTS MULTIPLE #CERTIFICATIONS WELL. Not only will you be able to hone the right #digitalskills for in demand jobs or careers, but this certification supports you on helping you complete a (community) college and/or university degree ‼️ So yeah, it's not industry relevant now (perhaps not exactly a fault of Google) but that doesn't mean it lacks in the current industry certifications standards either. Dare we forget when the Cloud was coming into prominence and the industry didn't accept it because it was new technology & they didn't understand it? Look at what where we are today. The Cloud☁️🗄️ in it's current form has become a major part of our lives now. Who knew 🤷🏽♂️? When you think about it, it really hasn't been that long ago or at least it doesn't feel that way. That's similar to what's going on now with the industry versus Google IT certification's acceptance. I think we should all be confident and aware by now that when it comes to #InformationTechnology, Google knows what it's talking about. If I was on Google's sales and marketing team, they would have my full #ITSupport, (also pun intended😜), and I will be honored to help raise awareness of this valuable certification that is needed right now where employers are in dire need for skilled technologists. And there is my 2nd updated TLDR on the #GoogleITSupportProfessionalCertificate.😜
Love this comment. 100% truth and facts. Five certifications to add on LinkedIn, job placement in the talent pool, stacks on top of the other Google courses.
I just finished it and I’m applying for jobs. I have yet to see it on indeed anywhere. I think it will help you get a job but not as much as the A+ but will take you less time and trims a lot of the fat of the A+ I studied for the A+ prior to this and it was more of memorizing stuff you really need to learn through doing. The google it is more practical knowledge and you have to do labs to practice skills and written explainations of concepts. If you plan on going right into another cert I’d say do google it but it’s undeniable A+ is more information and is more attractive on a resume.
Google's Cert is nowhere near 6 months. Each of their "week long" subjects takes about an hour. There's 6 weeks per course and 5 courses. That's where they get the 6 months from. When realistically, it's about 30 hours. So however fast you can do 30 hours. If you can knock it out, you can finish the whole thing in that 7 free days. Don't let the "6 months" scare you. Click on the coursework and see how long each course expects you to take. Their assumptions is you'll only dedicate 10 hours a week.
I can tell you right now if you want to actually understand the information and not just pass it like a test in school where you learn every for an hour in short term memory to pass a test. If you actually want to understand IT and learn and comprehend and retain it then it will take you at least 2 months. I quit my job and wanted to get a refresh of IT. I’m on the last course and I’m 3 days it’ll be 2 months. I’ve retained everything and also have 200 pages of notes for a reference ( because it helps me remember to write it down ) . There’s no point of rushing this course in 7 days, you won’t retain zip. Instead just focus on learning and get inspired by what they are teaching you. If you want a fast cert to get into a job quicker then get the A+ if not the googles it course will help you a TON.
Also side note, i spent about 30hours a week and I’ll be finishing the whole thing in a little over 2 months. WITH actually learning the information. Understanding terms and how they work compared to remembering terms is completely different. 7 days for all it offers is insane and pathetic in my opinion, i wish i honestly had more time but 2 months is a sweet spot i think. To actually learn.
I agree to some extent. It, IT support basic, is a good fundamentals certification. However, it isn't a standalone certification. Maybe add GCP DevOps certification or CompTIA A+ (as you mentioned).
I'm very tempted to take this course because an organization in my community is offering it for free, along with virtual office hours where you can get help if needed. I'm looking to make a career change more into data analytics but I don't think general IT knowledge would hurt since I'm such a newbie to tech.
Clearly this guy is not considering learning curves, is not considering the way other people not expose to Technology at all like in my country, I mean you still find people not even able to navigate using a browser properly so those are the real facts that this guy Is not considering. First he is trying to compare Google IT certificate with CompTiA A+, I mean I have both and I am a Teacher and I can tell you that it is a very Wrong comparison, I mean yiu just can not compare those 2, their purpose is totally Different and the way the content is teached is totally different too, this guy just talk that way because he has not taken the Google course to understand it and I do not think he is very knowledgeable about the learning process that some people have.
I’m taking this now before I start an A+ course in a few weeks. I have no formal training in anything tech, just grew up modifying games and creating new maps (and have a BA in another field). It’s a very professionally made program, but having only completed the first of five courses within the certification, more than anything I’m thinking it can only serve as a baseline for how competent you’ll be with more education and how much you might enjoy working with computers. I really enjoy the broad overview they give on different areas in IT, and if you audit the course, I think getting your toes wet this way is a great deal to determine what your strengths and interests are.
I just passed the first of two A+ courses provided by my community college. The start I got from the Google cert definitely helped- I only completed the first module because I had to put “real” school first, but with a month before the second half of A+, I’m going to try and wrap that up. I’ve completed 50% of an A+ program and 20% of Google’s, so take this with a grain of salt, but… Google is far superior in terms of translating possibly confusing concepts as compared to Testout (the program my college uses for A+ prep). They make it very easy to remember what will become fundamental concepts, and I appreciate the opportunity to hear the stories of the teachers, where they started in the field and what they’re doing how. That said, A+ is more complex in terms of knowledge. Google provided ease of learning concepts, but the A+ study demanded I be able to recognize various connectors based on appearance and describe their functionality. It provided me with real-world troubleshooting skills which I can apply in real life. In terms of technical knowledge, it seems far superior to Google’s offering. That said, I’m still going for both. I think the remaining 80% I have to finish in Google’s prof will prove beneficial to me as I prepare for the second half of A+
6 months after the first post, I’ve been working in IT as a desktop support administrator for the past 2 months. I don’t have any certifications yet, and despite the A+ courses I’ve taken and how worthwhile I think even the Google certificate is, I probably won’t be pursuing either of them. Once you have your first IT job, as long as you have the skills to back it up, I think you’re beyond the point where you need to redundantly prove yourself with a first-level certificate. I see myself getting into system administration, so I’m looking into certificates such as the Apple Certified Support Professional, the Windows Desktop Support Administrator, and would like to pursue Red Hat some day.
Would you suggest the google course for a beginner with basic computer knowledge? Don’t have any certifications or a college degree. Only have customer service experience with my current job at call center. Really want to get into a career in IT just want to know if it’s feasible for me.
Your feedback helped me a lot. I'm leaving the restaurant area with zero tech ability. I'm not sure where to start. I was thinking to work pt while going for a certification that allows me to land a work from home job then grow from that point.
I'm currently at the end of the 3rd course (OS) and I've found the info good so far. I'm using this as a refresher before doing further certs like A+ and CCNA. I'm in a stable, non tech career and am casually transitioning back into tech (was helpdesk support for at&t and Comcast ISPs about 15 years ago) -Younger folks looking to get a job as quickly as possible? Definitely get the ITF+ or A+ certs. This Google course is good info though. The network course info was detailed, I appreciated the PowerShell and bash command line training, and I'm looking forward to the intro to cybersecurity next.
Just finished it! Enjoyed the security course. I feel like this is a pretty good prep for a+ Might watch some professer messer vids before challenging the exams
It’s a good way to get easy collage credit ACE evaluates it as 15 credits. I’m doing it right now and also studying for A+. Google actually covers a lot more and goes into more depth but the tests are unproctored so you can get through it without actually knowing the material.
I did it in a month . I did it to see if I have what it takes to make It in IT . And it cost me $100 . Now I'm making it official . I'm going after a Bachelor's degree in computer information with a focus on networking . After that I will get my network + and security + and A+ .
currently using this course as a primer to get the "language" and get into the mental state (habit) of schooling before heading off to an accredited college for the real thing. The monthly cost means little because it pales in comparison if I screw up the college year. I can think of many other things in life we can waist our money on each month, unless of course you dont sit down and finish the course.
Im staring out in IT and I am taking the Google IT Support cert (5 courses). But I am just using it as a stepping stone to ITF+ and A+. But that's just me, I like the idea of strong fundamentals before moving on. Thanks for the video. 👍
It's free if you sign up to American Dream Academy before the end of October 2023 assuming you can get through it before April. WGU also takes it as a Transferable Certification and pre-req. Free and transferable to a University, good enough for me. 😃
I really enjoyed the Google IT Certification. The CompTIA A+ is nice and industry standard but its filled with so much unnecessary bloat of legacy systems, and hardware that nobody is ever going to come across or care about. The Google IT Certification goes over modern tech, and what's necessary to succeed today as well as going really in depth on customer service which should be great for someone whos never working in customer service before. Neither is needed for a job I have studied, gained certs, and have almost 3 years of experience and I am still struggling to find a job. I have seen people on Linkedin near me getting jobs with no experience or little of it, no certifications, and no degree. I really don't know what I am doing wrong at this point.
damn, brother. Good luck.l I've been applying for a lot of jobs lately with little success. Someone shared something with me that you might also find useful: if you're sending out tons of applications and not getting many callbacks, there is likely something wrong with your resume, and you could benefit from having someone take a look at it
About cost: It requires six months with a 5 hours per week work. So if someone is willing to work 2-3 hours per day, then could be certified in two months. So 78 dollars to have a Google's pro certification is great!
instead of banking on it to get you a job..is it good for at least the training in IT basics? For instance, I'm going for the Security+, but I haven't had any basics of IT training- no foundation. Would you recommend that I do the Google cert then jump right into the Security+?
I obtained that certificate back in 2020 and while I enjoyed the content, it really did nothing for me on my resume. I just keep studying for CompTIA and everything else. Side note, Google offers like three other pro certs(data, project management, etc.) but not sure if worth your time and money(monthly subscription.)
I know you're a huge fan of the PNPT but it only is listed on 8 job listing. Are you saying that it makes it less important to pursue??? I am questioning everything now.
For best results you have to have a good personality, good work ethic, ability to learn on the job, and having a depth of knowledge, regardless of certification...
That’s what I am hoping for lol. Thinking about doing these certs but if they hire me on customer service and some basic troubleshooting anyways than I’ll just apply
I started the Google IT Support Professional Certificate a couple days ago and so far it's going good. I'm a complete newbie in the technology field so I'm on the fence about how hard this course might be in the coming courses. I will get through it, work hard play hard
@@mattbuszko It's going well I recently completed the 1st of 5 courses, there's a lot of things to learn there's no permanent due date for assignments so you can complete the course and take it on your own schedule
Each module has a few test to answer. It is very difficult if you have no computer experience. The information in the Google certification is to high level for someone with no knowledge and I had some basic trouble skills and installing ram, ssd or hard drives, also a lot of things they talk about went over my head it was like they are talking in a foreign language . I just started (Operating Systems and You) and expected to have it all completed within 1 week. I can tell you this will take 2-3 month maybe if you have no computer background. The course shouldn't be this difficult for a beginner trying to get an entry level position.
In the Detroit area, if only found a couple companies that have mentioned the Google IT certificate as part of their training or recommendations for entry level applicants along with CompTia
Hi, I work at Target. My coworker joined Target's Guild program and Target covers 100% tuition for the Google certificate course and that other one mentioned here. I don't care if i work at target. It pays for some higher education
@@docholliday4546 Net+ makes things a bit easier when going for the ccna i think Net+ is still a pretty big exam, takes 3 attempts on average. Alot of questions on the net+ exam are troubleshooting scenario questions
@@Router994 I got my CCNA at first and missed a bit on the basics along the way, that`s why I`m just studying from scratch now A+, Google IT and started checking Net+ as a review to jump to Sec+ next. Although I don`t regret taking the CCNA first cause I managed to take the hardest one out of the way (had more free time back then, completed in 5 months), I`m finding Net+ really resourceful in terms of grounding the basics of Networking. Defo worth doing it. (again I`m just going over content not taking the certs, next one will be defo Sec+ > Linux+ > some Python along the way..., want to gent into Cyber security)
Hellow Leo I am studind goggle Database certification , is there any work at home after i finished the course ? Would you tell me were u r working now?
Thanks for the details I v been waiting for this video a long time ago.I am interested in the IT field and right now I am going to the college for computer information system.,now takingvsone math courses. FYI I have no knowledge about the IT .hopefully am on the right path .I started coursera Google grew for 2 months" IT support" it was a great way to learn a lot if basic things then I stopped cause when I asked them " does ot guarantee ajob!? Their answer was "not sure" .
Yeah, interesting audit the class to learn the fundamental details if that's helpful also no guarantee in this life however, I do have faith in Abba father in heaven so that's how I appreciate life
It is a career certificate not a certification like the Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Cloud Digital Leader and the Associate Cloud Engineer. Certifications are portable to different industries and companies. The Google career certificates aren't valued the same way. I think that Google does a disservice by only prmoting its career certificates without its cloud certifications.
My school is offering this for free so I just came here to see if it was really worth the time. I understand its more of a course to get the basics down
Hey Zach, I love all your content and have taken many of your suggestions. I need help with career however, do you reckon for someone wiht sec+ with 0 IT exp I look for help desk roles? or do i even qualify for a role like that?
I just hate to self read and study. CompTIA A+ doesn’t have an online course for PA residents yet. I could go through the Google program first and then maybe pursue the CompTIA A+ certification. Is this a better idea for me or no?
Since I already knew most of what is in the course, I was able to complete mine within the free week, so I didn't pay anything for it. It doesn't seem like it's done anything for me in my job search, however.
@@JonathanBigbarkBarclay yeah, I learned a lot on my own months prior by setting up and running my own homelab, so the course ended up just being a refresher on things I already knew from that.
I’m currently doing this and its taking me a lot longer bc I’m a slow learner and doing a full time job. I know this won’t net me a job but I’m def using it to prepare me for rhe ComptiaA+ (I think there’s a discount there too?)
If I have a google It certificate and a associates degree will that be enough to get a desktop support or a helpdesk job or will I need to get a+ as well? Once I graduate college I would rather go straight to looking for jobs and not spend more time in school since I have been in school on and off for at least ten years.
I majored in nutrition and got hired with no certificate. Majority of companies really just care that you can learn and that you know what you’re doing. Tier 1 support jobs usually hire if you’re the right fit although I just speak for tech companies myself.
Great advice thankyou.Just a question are the majority of the course materials downloadable and available for offline use ? I just need to be able to refer back to my learnings without having to keep subscribing to coursera, thankyou!
Helpful video thank you for that content keep up the good work have a great weekend I was thinking about that Google certification years ago I met Google manager and they're building data centers here in Las Vegas or they have already opened cheers
Most IT support jobs that I've seen on indeed won't even ask for a certification. I live in texas and I can't even think of one support job that had comptia, ibm, or even googles certifications under qualifications. I say, TAKE THE DAMB CERT. This is literally a certification for beginners, any knowledge is good knowledge. Nobody is just gonna stop learning after this cert. It's just a start.
Completing the Google certification gives you knowledge about the comptia a+ exam right? Is it viable to go thru the Google course and then take the comptia exam and get the certification that way? And also add in the professor messor videos as well?
I don't have a bachelor's degree but want to break into entry level IT. Thoughts? I only have soft skills, customer service experience... Working on getting A+.
I have this. Would I do again if I was employed? No. If I was not employed? Yes. I was out of work ,a few years ago and had no certs. I saw this has an opportunity to get something quick and free. I completed this for FREE. Yes, I did it in the 7 day trial. I worked on this no joke from when I got up to when I went to sleep. Had it printed on some nice paper and brought it with me in interviews. They do say they will have some job opportunities contact you and that is true. It took a awhile for that to happen. I have 22 years as a professional. I had a recruiter contact me and offered me the job last week. With one stipulation. That I get A+ in 30 days. After I thought about. I saw more cons in this job then pros. Now I am thinking as being employed, should I get A+ still? I think so. It is what I do. Was a complete snore fest when I tried it and that was like 3 times.
I agree with you however I strongly dislike CompTIA. I don't want a single penny going to support that company. Is there any other alternative to A+ or do I even need it if I have few years of IT support.
I actually got a mid level IT production support job at a large software company with this as my only education background. However, it was definitely not an emphasis at all in my resume and I didn't mention it at all in the interviews. I'm coming from 7 years of sales and warehouse operations experience. Willingness to learn and proven experience to be dependable is ultimately what matters.
Just mention that your working on getting your certifications on your off time. Makes you look like a self starter and shows dedication
I completely agree @saves. I got my first IT job solely based on soft-skills.
Hey I will be 18 in this sept, is this cert worth it? I'm Indian I'm just too curious in working and doing job as I'm interested in this field. Should I do this? Will I get a job OR small work just to engage myself in? I already know some of the CS languages such as Python and C language also very good in pc technicalities and problems. Plz reply
@@amsk10 it wouldn't hurt. Since you already have learned multiple languages (both lingual and programming), I assume a number of the modules within the course program should come fairly quickly for you (especially if you are in college/university now). If that's true then financially it shouldn't be much of a problem. The cert has many of the digital skills you need for in-demand jobs anyway. For a long-term investment, I think it is very valuable. And for short-term, the results may vary, just as much as people's lifestyles varies.
But I think ULTIMATELY THAT DEPENDS...ON YOUR GOALS‼️ Find out what exactly you want to do within IT first then weigh the benefits. Never limit yourself to only one resource. Personally, I think this very cert is a road map on deciding what you want to do within IT which is another added benefit of this certification - allowing you to choose your flavor(s) while you train. You can go on the Grow with Google site and make that decision for yourself. But it does help you towards completing your degree if that's also what you're pursuing.
As far as getting a job, once you complete the program you will be tapped into Google's growing network of reputable employers that have partnered with or supported this certification program.
PLEASE NOTE: as far as getting a job, in this day and age of hiring potentially qualified candidates, employers are becoming increasingly more focused on soft skills, than tech skills. So I would place just as much emphasis (or rather more) on soft skills than your hard tech skills; healthy balance between the 2 is also preferred. The tech skills and experience will come overtime though so I wouldn't stress much or get overwhelmed over that.
@@jasonrodriguez202 can vouch for this.. as a warehouse worker they asked me to name a time where i learned something else, and i told them i took a digital marketing class at the university of vermont and they really liked that, even though the position had nothing to do with digital marketing lol
I'm taking it now, I knew absolutely nothing about IT, but wanted a career change. I was intimidated, especially when I saw the price for the CompTIA+ cert! I kept thinking about how miserable I would feel if I failed that test. So, I'm trying this. I applied for financial aid, and got it! Training wheels provided by Google! I like the course, it's presented in a way that allows you to digest the information easily. It's even fun and I'm now much more curious about what else is out there and how I can practice what I am learning. I feel like after I complete this cert and have that little win under my belt, I'll be ready to really test myself and invest in a Comp TIA+ cert. I watched your video on how to start in IT (it was so heartfelt). Thank you for being so encouraging to us older newbies. You just got a new subscriber!
Howuch does it cost??
Update on your new journey?
I thought it was 39.99 subscription lol
@@JuanCarlos-ti1ox it is lol
So the financial aid pays for google
Landed a desktop support position with this on my Resume as well as customer service experience. They saw I was in school, pursuing certs, etc. No IT experience or certs currently besides this one. Don't underestimate putting customer service experience on a Resume. I worked for months to fine tune my Resume to make my drive and passion stand out.
Keep in mind if you're going into Cyber and looking for a foot in the door, yes, help desk/desktop support is a good way to start. Especially working with information security in a Hospital, like I am. Most hospitals have a help desk team, a Networking team, sometimes an applications team, and a Cyber team. Lot of room for growth.
Hi, I don't mind if I can get a copy of your resume 🙂
Can you do this same hospital job from home?
How much is the certificate?
im on the same boat right now lots of costumer service experience learning lots of new software. currently taking IT support cert hope it lands me better job
I'm working through the Google IT Support certificate right now, and my plan was always to also get CompTIA A+ certified as well. Google actually provides a dual certification badge for your LinkedIn profile and a 20% off coupon for your CompTIA A+ exams when you complete the IT Support Certification. However, I feel that the main value of the course comes from the way they present the information, it's well laid out and has quality video content to watch, for me it is a great way to learn. In combination with CompTIA A+ I feel confident that I'll have success when it comes to applying for jobs.
Thats my plan too. I used it to help me study. It's definitely better than having norhing
Exactly doing the same. I really like the course and I want that badge!
Tha course is super long lol. I feel so scammed after starting it.
@@joedonald6973 lmao I want the cool badge too!
@@KrisTheCodeManDude you can do 1-3 weeks worth of work in a day. So you could do it in a month, which is what I'm doing. I'm so close to being done and it's been less than a month.
I am currently doing this course as a prep for more detailed study. Coming from someone with zero experience and only a basic level of familiarity with the subject, I feel like I need this to give me a solid understanding. I also watched the whole computer science series from crash course and found that to be incredibly helpful. I also managed to get the financial support so the entire course is free for me. I can honestly say I am enjoying it and find it worthwhile. I plan to pair this with the professer messer series. My goal is to earn a Comptia A+ certification but I don't just want to pass a test, I want to really understand this stuff.
let me know if it helps you get a job
I got an offer for Tier 2 IT Support Engineer one week after I finished this certification. I applied for over 100 jobs, and only received 10 responses. You definitely have to work for it if you want an opportunity that is entry level. This certification was well worth it for me.
so you got a job with google cerification?
@@alexpadillayt Not easily, but I definitely did.
Was it a remote position? Asking because I live in a small town (trying to make enough $ to move) and want to use this to get a remote opportunity to eventually be able to move elsewhere
@@dgkallday4u I was lured into the position believing that it was remote. I too lived in a remote area at the time so I was grateful. Then, it became hybrid remote. Then it was only hybrid remote if you met quota. However, they did not have an office in my state yet. I guess that what I am saying is how am I supposed to drive to Colorado from Indiana every morning if I don't make quota. 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 I am going to get 6 months of experience here and leave. Take whatever offer that you get, but do exercise caution.
@@Zinger3030 damn thanks for being real, looking to switch into the field soon good to hear these types of things
I encourage my junior technicians to take this and the A+. It’s a good grounding in concepts and some tasks for people transitioning from other careers.
In Arizona, after many conversations with a lot of the IT professionals here, even if the Indeed or job application does not list it in their requirements, many here will gladly accept the google IT basic and advanced certs combined with A+ for high paying jobs. Don't always just look at the job listing and assume, but apply and reach out and talk to the employer instead of waiting for the employer to reach out to you? Old school tactics still work best. Also getting to know, talk to, and network with professionals in the field helps greatly.
Apparently, they also prepare you for the CompTIA A+ cert as well. This is from the course description on Coursera: "This program also prepares you for the CompTIA A+ exams, the industry standard certification for IT-you’ll earn a dual credential when you complete both."
@Tyrin Wilson right doing it it’s free but you just pay the monthly fee
@Tyrin Wilson I think it means that the content in the the google certification overlaps and covers the same stuff as A+ does. You still need to pay for the actual exams for A+ but you can learn it all through the google cert training.
I've gotten Google IT certified through a training program. Honestly, most employers don't have any respect for it. I think it's really just there to show that you have an interest, and whatever certification afterward is a follow-through, luckily I got A+ certified as well, but it's really something you should study alongside A+ and build that confidence for the exams.
That’s what I’m doing I think it’s great for a complete novice and to help with a+
How long did it take you for an A+ certification
@@obijuankenobi420 3 months. Study a section through the week, test on the weekend and lab.
If you’re already in without an A+ just skip it all together and start with net+
@@DeadricSummoner I'm starting from scratch. Need to find a light duty career cause of an injury, trying not to waste time getting certifications that won't help in getting a decent career. Any advice would be super helpful.
The best thing is to QUICKLY take this certification first and take the A+. That way, you will receive a badge from Google once you pass both your A+ exams.
Does the google certificate provide enough knowledge for the A+ exam? Like can I take the A+ exam immediately after completing the google program or do I also have to study separately for the A+?
@@chi8772 study separately
It’s a start for those who want to start to learn , don’t listen those know it all people who are to good for everything
I think it is worth noting that a lot of us may understand that as a certification on its own it will probably not get us into a role as easily as ComptiA+ would. However, I remember trying to start with Professor Messer's videos and feeling a little overwhelmed but how fast he was just going through it. The google program seems more like a great beginner tool to give us the basics and fundamentals to then work towards an industry standard certification like ComptiA. I simply see it as a good stepping stone. I think for that purpose this program is awesome. My plan is to finish this google program as fast as I am able to and then watch Professor Messer's videos before I take the ComptiA exams.
That's a great mind set to have. A lot of senior industry technologists miss that important point in which employers are becoming more aware of - learning the basics!
Learn the fundamentals. Dive deep into the essentials. Establish the foundation. This will prove beneficial in the long run. Don't limit yourself and you will go far as you want to take yourself.
I agree 👍. I started watching professor messer videos and purchased a textbook. Turned out they didn't line up in the same order, so ended up purchasing two other textbooks for A+. I struggled with networking, so purchased another textbook for that. Finally bit the bullet and started google it. I work different hours in a four day work week, so it's hard scheduling a routine. I'm hoping by the time I'm done, I can figure out which cert I want to start with.
If I said it once, I've said it a 100x. This cert would carry so much more weight if it had a proctored exam. Personally, I felt I learned more for this cert than the A+ (as the Google cert had hands on linux and windows labs). I felt A+ was just a grind learning legacy gear. Of all the certs I hold... I feel Net+ (Supplemented with GOOGLE IT labs and Net Academy/ packet tracer labs) helped me the most. Not so much in terms of getting a job, but in things I actually work with on a daily basis. Beyond the certs, that get you in the door, you have to win your job in the interview. I rather have a kid with a google IT cert with a willingness to learn than a know it all douche bag with a CCNA.
Honestly it's the recruiters not understanding what it's like to acquire this certificate. I as a manager see a lot of value taking this course.
You really think someone with a CCNA is a know it all?! Jealous much?!
@@docholliday4546 What are you on about?
How did you learn anything from that course?
Their instructors are so awful
@@saw31489 I disagree. I learned a ton from this course.
It's a good cert. It's an easy first win and can lead into finishing the A+ certification right away. It's also good for four credit hours at WGU. The cert is broad; letting you see the many facets of IT allowing you to pick an area you're Interested in. It gives you resources for finding jobs as well. I passed it in March of year and started work for Amazon in a data center in November.
@@bobanmilisavljevic7857 After 90 days you can attend WGU through the career choice program and the cert will be free. We have a lot of openings in the data centers as well.
WGU?
@@mr.simoab2278 western governors university
@@tbsharkey what is wgi?
Prior to getting your google cert did you have any experience in IT?
I took this course finished it for free in a day! It makes your resume look good and im taking my A+ in April. I only had a tech support job that just hired anybody but I did it for 2 years and made my resume look super nice and landed a decent job but did get a lot of interview offers. Most recruiters look for personality and also look that you have a solid understanding about how computers and networking works!
You finished 36 weeks worth of work in a day??????
You mean 6 weeks? And yes in a day! I skipped the videos! The questions are easy lol
@@jasonrodriguez202 No, not 6 weeks. The entire course is made up of 6 different sub courses. Each sub course is "6 weeks" long. All 6 "sub courses" are part of the entire suite.
@@HoloScope well I did all those in 1 day! And did the Python course in 2 days
@@jasonrodriguez202 ......ok
The difference is though with that 39 dollar Coursera subscription you can take the Google it, calculus, intro to programming in Java and python from the University of Pennsylvania( an Ivy League school) , Azure data fundamentals and be done with all of that in the first 3 to 4 months and be ready to hop right into that AWS certification like I did
I'm only 3 weeks in and I'm 60% done and that's only dedicating a little time here and there. It is good to get some fundamentals and your feet wet with some of the technologies but your right don't expect an employer to look at it and say wow. It's just a small stepping stone but I'd still recommend it to brush up on some knowledge if it's been awhile or if your completely new to IT
I fully agree!
The thing is that it’s not a certification… it’s education. For example, if someone in the accounting profession takes a course and receives a “certificate in public accounting” upon completion… it doesn’t make them a “certified public accountant”… for Google it’s a certificate at the end of an educational program, not a certification.
It’s also good preparation for the A+ which is why there’s a special badge for this where if you complete the course and you get A+ certified you get a fusion badge.
In the end this is a really good education in IT which leads to personal competence. It is not a certification
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Yes I took it and learned a lot but you still need to take the CompTIA because you get a really awesome badge that shows you have completed both. It's more worth it if you take the I.t. certification where you learn python.
Hey Jonathan, I was looking at that. I definitely want to learn python. How was your experience with that cert?
@@robertnuno-luevano7930 never finished that one I moved on to the other Google certs which are a lot better.
Is CompTIA THE optimal way to break into the industry (assuming one is starting from scratch)? Is there anything else that one ought to be focused on?
@@Adrian101882 CompTIA A+ is where you should start
@@JonathanBigbarkBarclay awesome. Thanks. This however is not part of the path for a UX/UI designer too though, right? So many branches of the tech world has me utterly lost lol
The problem I have with the Pricing Section of this video is. Yeah a Google Certificate costs you $300 over 6 months. But, for the A+, most people aren't going to be able to just pick up a book and teach themselves. You'll have to pay for a course that can cost you $5000-$12,000 for the same time frame. And if your school doesn't pay for the privilege to take the exam, you have to pay $300 for a voucher.
I have 6 close friends who have gotten mid-level jobs at places with at least 300 employees, and 2 friends that work in IT for Amazon just with the Google IT Cert. I will say I live in Baltimore, and we're in a tech boom, and we're about an hour away from DC. So that could be why. But this shows there are opportunities out there. I do agree the A+ is valuable (much more valuable than the Google IT), but the Google Cert is much more affordable and if someone lives in a large tech market, there are jobs out there for people with this cert.
I don’t know anyone who has spent thousands of dollars on A+ training when there are so many FREE and affordable resources out there.
Professor messer is free on RUclips and his content will help you pass the A+
Itprotv charges around $30/month and their training will help you pass the A+ as well.
If you’re paying thousands for training you’re getting ripped off…. Really bad.
@@Itcareerquestions there are plenty of tech schools that charge tuition for 9-10 months of training. You must not live in a city. They cost thousands of dollars. Kaplan University used to I'm not sure as if late. But before TESST College of Baltimore went down, they too did this.
@@kingblazebeats You’re right, the tech school in my area has a 8 month course that’s $5k to prep for CompTia but it is definitely a rip off, big time.
This “cert” is a good alternative for people who don’t have 500 dollars to take the A+ tbh.
It helped me refresh what I learned from school and when I had the CompTIA A+. It is a good refresher in my opinion. If you have a bit of IT background it's easy cert for $40. CompTIA is the best cert for starting IT.
I took this course and learned a lot but I have mentioned it in interviews and haven't had anyone say they know what the certification is. It isn't worthless, but it's not going land you a job in my experience.
This absolutely doesnt take a dedicated learner 6 months of time, which is the mentality you should have if you're truly entry level (in my opinion!), and realistically I think most people could hammer it out in a month or two if they really push at it. I completely agree with you though, it's absolutely not in the essentials like the Comptia ones are. I think this is a great first certification for someone to get who's trying to break into his or her first entry level job, who feels "stuck", while they work on their A+ and eventually Network+ and Security+. I'm personally taking it to satisfy WGU's Cyber Security entry requirements for their cyber security program.
A little over 2 months is realistic. And that’s with retaining terms and taking notes making sure you know what you are being taught, not just in a “ lemme past the test” type of short term memory learning
Same here. Only taking this program to satisfy WGU's Software Development admission requirement. Best of luck!
I decided to give the google IT support a shot, been doing it for 3 days and I'm already through most of the content, trying to finish before the 7day trial is up. If I end up spending 39.00 for 1 month to finish the cert I'm fine with that, for me personally it's a good introductory way to find out if IT support is the right fit for me. Still on the fence at this point.
Did you have any prior experience working in this type of field? I’m wanting to get into this new space of tech. No experience in it tho. Data analytics or IT certs are what’s gotten my attention.
The cert has 5 courses. It’s impossible to do it in 7 days while retaining most of it. I’d say a little over 2 months if you actually want to learn instead of just getting something that says you did something but really didn’t.
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I did the same certification and like others, it is really thought out.
The financial aid bit means you have to explain to them that if you cannot afford to pay for the course (due to financial situation) you can get it for free.
However, the problem with Comptia is the lobbying against the right to repair and also you have to renew certification. If you don't pass your exam you have to pay again.
So not really a good comparison.
so you got a job with google cerification? did it help
The CompTIA A+ is too big imo. pain in the Ars. expensive esp if you fail at all and have to retake! And half of it you won't need to know in the real world. and it's useless after ur first IT job nobody cares about A+ they care about experience. You guys agree or no?
Thats what I heard. Somebody I know who been in IT don't have any certs and making good money
When I saw this video, the first thing that came to my mind was you HAD to have seen my TLDR I left in that video. 😅
You made fair & valid points, however, I still think it's a relatively new certification to base it off of facts right now. To be completely fair, the industry hasn't caught up yet to what benefits it can bring. Personally, if I saw someone with the certification, I'll definitely consider this is as a major plus, in particular, for an IT support role or for the more intermediate level one.
As you stated, it's very similar to A+. Plus, it has the mark of a well-known respected brand called Google. Who is also 1 of the three major players in the cloud, btw. It may not be the best investment for a beginner, financially speaking, but that depends. Mainly, if you are a quick learner.
I think your average learner today can learn it in less than 6 months, possibly 2 months, going at a consistent but respectable pace typically speaking. Which means completing it in less than a month is achievable. So what's $40, $80 or even $120 out of your pocket for training that most other certifications don't give? You basically have at least 3 certifications in 1 #GoogleITcertificate. And I am being conservative (TECHnically it's at least 5).
Note: when you think about it. That's also motivation to get it done quicker than normal😉 BUT at a STILL respectable price.
Now as an added benefit, once you complete the certification program, you tap into #Google's network of employers.🤑 However, although those are reputable companies, that list is still growing. I'm not sure what's going on with #GrowWithGoogle's (pun intended) marketing team on pushing the #GoogleITSupport certification (program) into relevance, but what I DO know is that this certification has a lot of promise. I'll wait 4-5 more years to see the industry's response.
Furthermore, personally, I think this certification is like a road map into venturing into IT to decide which flavor of #IT you want to pursue If you haven't already decided.
I think Google has done a great job on doing something in the market that needed to be done that most haven't and should have done. It was (and is) only a matter of time. I actually would encourage people to grab this certification, especially since the military took interest in it as well. Because sooner or later if it's not something that can boost your career via skill sets, I think it will really be something to boost your career financially among other things. I believe the return of investment will show itself in the long run not short-term. And as you stated in one of your videos, it should never hurt to gain more knowledge into your field.💯
Therefore, I think it's a wise investment to achieve this certification, especially at this stage while it's in its infancy; it would already be doing it's job and it COMPLIMENTS MULTIPLE #CERTIFICATIONS WELL. Not only will you be able to hone the right #digitalskills for in demand jobs or careers, but this certification supports you on helping you complete a (community) college and/or university degree ‼️ So yeah, it's not industry relevant now (perhaps not exactly a fault of Google) but that doesn't mean it lacks in the current industry certifications standards either. Dare we forget when the Cloud was coming into prominence and the industry didn't accept it because it was new technology & they didn't understand it? Look at what where we are today. The Cloud☁️🗄️ in it's current form has become a major part of our lives now. Who knew 🤷🏽♂️? When you think about it, it really hasn't been that long ago or at least it doesn't feel that way. That's similar to what's going on now with the industry versus Google IT certification's acceptance.
I think we should all be confident and aware by now that when it comes to #InformationTechnology, Google knows what it's talking about. If I was on Google's sales and marketing team, they would have my full #ITSupport, (also pun intended😜), and I will be honored to help raise awareness of this valuable certification that is needed right now where employers are in dire need for skilled technologists.
And there is my 2nd updated TLDR on the #GoogleITSupportProfessionalCertificate.😜
Love this comment. 100% truth and facts. Five certifications to add on LinkedIn, job placement in the talent pool, stacks on top of the other Google courses.
I just finished it and I’m applying for jobs. I have yet to see it on indeed anywhere. I think it will help you get a job but not as much as the A+ but will take you less time and trims a lot of the fat of the A+ I studied for the A+ prior to this and it was more of memorizing stuff you really need to learn through doing. The google it is more practical knowledge and you have to do labs to practice skills and written explainations of concepts. If you plan on going right into another cert I’d say do google it but it’s undeniable A+ is more information and is more attractive on a resume.
Google's Cert is nowhere near 6 months. Each of their "week long" subjects takes about an hour. There's 6 weeks per course and 5 courses. That's where they get the 6 months from.
When realistically, it's about 30 hours. So however fast you can do 30 hours.
If you can knock it out, you can finish the whole thing in that 7 free days.
Don't let the "6 months" scare you. Click on the coursework and see how long each course expects you to take. Their assumptions is you'll only dedicate 10 hours a week.
Did completing this course give you a discount voucher for A+ testing?
@@AriezGirl_78 I haven't looked into it too deep but it is heavily mentioned that they have a joint collaboration with COMPTIA A+
@@corzzthecasual OK thanks
I can tell you right now if you want to actually understand the information and not just pass it like a test in school where you learn every for an hour in short term memory to pass a test. If you actually want to understand IT and learn and comprehend and retain it then it will take you at least 2 months. I quit my job and wanted to get a refresh of IT. I’m on the last course and I’m 3 days it’ll be 2 months. I’ve retained everything and also have 200 pages of notes for a reference ( because it helps me remember to write it down ) . There’s no point of rushing this course in 7 days, you won’t retain zip. Instead just focus on learning and get inspired by what they are teaching you. If you want a fast cert to get into a job quicker then get the A+ if not the googles it course will help you a TON.
Also side note, i spent about 30hours a week and I’ll be finishing the whole thing in a little over 2 months. WITH actually learning the information. Understanding terms and how they work compared to remembering terms is completely different. 7 days for all it offers is insane and pathetic in my opinion, i wish i honestly had more time but 2 months is a sweet spot i think. To actually learn.
I agree to some extent. It, IT support basic, is a good fundamentals certification. However, it isn't a standalone certification. Maybe add GCP DevOps certification or CompTIA A+ (as you mentioned).
I'm very tempted to take this course because an organization in my community is offering it for free, along with virtual office hours where you can get help if needed. I'm looking to make a career change more into data analytics but I don't think general IT knowledge would hurt since I'm such a newbie to tech.
Great video. I love how you compared the 2. You're right. People ain't really checking for the Google certification
Clearly this guy is not considering learning curves, is not considering the way other people not expose to Technology at all like in my country, I mean you still find people not even able to navigate using a browser properly so those are the real facts that this guy Is not considering. First he is trying to compare Google IT certificate with CompTiA A+, I mean I have both and I am a Teacher and I can tell you that it is a very Wrong comparison, I mean yiu just can not compare those 2, their purpose is totally Different and the way the content is teached is totally different too, this guy just talk that way because he has not taken the Google course to understand it and I do not think he is very knowledgeable about the learning process that some people have.
I’m taking this now before I start an A+ course in a few weeks. I have no formal training in anything tech, just grew up modifying games and creating new maps (and have a BA in another field). It’s a very professionally made program, but having only completed the first of five courses within the certification, more than anything I’m thinking it can only serve as a baseline for how competent you’ll be with more education and how much you might enjoy working with computers.
I really enjoy the broad overview they give on different areas in IT, and if you audit the course, I think getting your toes wet this way is a great deal to determine what your strengths and interests are.
I just passed the first of two A+ courses provided by my community college. The start I got from the Google cert definitely helped- I only completed the first module because I had to put “real” school first, but with a month before the second half of A+, I’m going to try and wrap that up.
I’ve completed 50% of an A+ program and 20% of Google’s, so take this with a grain of salt, but…
Google is far superior in terms of translating possibly confusing concepts as compared to Testout (the program my college uses for A+ prep). They make it very easy to remember what will become fundamental concepts, and I appreciate the opportunity to hear the stories of the teachers, where they started in the field and what they’re doing how.
That said, A+ is more complex in terms of knowledge. Google provided ease of learning concepts, but the A+ study demanded I be able to recognize various connectors based on appearance and describe their functionality. It provided me with real-world troubleshooting skills which I can apply in real life. In terms of technical knowledge, it seems far superior to Google’s offering. That said, I’m still going for both. I think the remaining 80% I have to finish in Google’s prof will prove beneficial to me as I prepare for the second half of A+
6 months after the first post, I’ve been working in IT as a desktop support administrator for the past 2 months. I don’t have any certifications yet, and despite the A+ courses I’ve taken and how worthwhile I think even the Google certificate is, I probably won’t be pursuing either of them. Once you have your first IT job, as long as you have the skills to back it up, I think you’re beyond the point where you need to redundantly prove yourself with a first-level certificate.
I see myself getting into system administration, so I’m looking into certificates such as the Apple Certified Support Professional, the Windows Desktop Support Administrator, and would like to pursue Red Hat some day.
Would you suggest the google course for a beginner with basic computer knowledge? Don’t have any certifications or a college degree. Only have customer service experience with my current job at call center. Really want to get into a career in IT just want to know if it’s feasible for me.
@@boy1da That's about where I started, and I would 100% recommend it. The material is presented in a much better way than the A+ courses I took.
Your feedback helped me a lot. I'm leaving the restaurant area with zero tech ability. I'm not sure where to start. I was thinking to work pt while going for a certification that allows me to land a work from home job then grow from that point.
I'm currently at the end of the 3rd course (OS) and I've found the info good so far. I'm using this as a refresher before doing further certs like A+ and CCNA. I'm in a stable, non tech career and am casually transitioning back into tech (was helpdesk support for at&t and Comcast ISPs about 15 years ago)
-Younger folks looking to get a job as quickly as possible? Definitely get the ITF+ or A+ certs. This Google course is good info though. The network course info was detailed, I appreciated the PowerShell and bash command line training, and I'm looking forward to the intro to cybersecurity next.
Just finished it! Enjoyed the security course. I feel like this is a pretty good prep for a+
Might watch some professer messer vids before challenging the exams
I am starting CS next as well. Hoping to finish Google cert in 2 or so days. I have to grind the last courses out as we speak.
It’s a good way to get easy collage credit ACE evaluates it as 15 credits. I’m doing it right now and also studying for A+. Google actually covers a lot more and goes into more depth but the tests are unproctored so you can get through it without actually knowing the material.
Im just gonna go for both the google IT support and the CompTIA A+.
I did it in a month . I did it to see if I have what it takes to make It in IT . And it cost me $100 . Now I'm making it official . I'm going after a Bachelor's degree in computer information with a focus on networking . After that I will get my network + and security + and A+ .
I will say that getting this cert is a prerequisite to getting into a lot of programs. I used it to get into WGU
currently using this course as a primer to get the "language" and get into the mental state (habit) of schooling before heading off to an accredited college for the real thing. The monthly cost means little because it pales in comparison if I screw up the college year. I can think of many other things in life we can waist our money on each month, unless of course you dont sit down and finish the course.
Thanks for the update, If this certificate was for free i would do it, but i would rather spend my money on the Comptia+
Im staring out in IT and I am taking the Google IT Support cert (5 courses). But I am just using it as a stepping stone to ITF+ and A+. But that's just me, I like the idea of strong fundamentals before moving on. Thanks for the video. 👍
It's free if you sign up to American Dream Academy before the end of October 2023 assuming you can get through it before April. WGU also takes it as a Transferable Certification and pre-req. Free and transferable to a University, good enough for me. 😃
This course is actually enough to make admissions in WGU
Same I’m trying to get in wgu for cloud computing and they said I have to take this course to get in
What's WGU?
I really enjoyed the Google IT Certification.
The CompTIA A+ is nice and industry standard but its filled with so much unnecessary bloat of legacy systems, and hardware that nobody is ever going to come across or care about.
The Google IT Certification goes over modern tech, and what's necessary to succeed today as well as going really in depth on customer service which should be great for someone whos never working in customer service before.
Neither is needed for a job I have studied, gained certs, and have almost 3 years of experience and I am still struggling to find a job. I have seen people on Linkedin near me getting jobs with no experience or little of it, no certifications, and no degree. I really don't know what I am doing wrong at this point.
Your resume probably sucks
damn, brother. Good luck.l I've been applying for a lot of jobs lately with little success. Someone shared something with me that you might also find useful: if you're sending out tons of applications and not getting many callbacks, there is likely something wrong with your resume, and you could benefit from having someone take a look at it
@@mattbuszko If you never worked in IT before you likely have nothing relevant on it that would help you grab those HR guys attention.
Pay someone to rework your resume, then study interview skills.
About cost: It requires six months with a 5 hours per week work. So if someone is willing to work 2-3 hours per day, then could be certified in two months. So 78 dollars to have a Google's pro certification is great!
It says 10 hours per week on the website
@@brianpaul1490 Maybe it is updated, but trust me, do this course, and acquire the most of it will definitely help you
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instead of banking on it to get you a job..is it good for at least the training in IT basics? For instance, I'm going for the Security+, but I haven't had any basics of IT training- no foundation. Would you recommend that I do the Google cert then jump right into the Security+?
This video helped a lot. I was looking for a straight forward course to take to help me enter to field. Think I'm gonna roll with the Comp Tia +
I obtained that certificate back in 2020 and while I enjoyed the content, it really did nothing for me on my resume. I just keep studying for CompTIA and everything else. Side note, Google offers like three other pro certs(data, project management, etc.) but not sure if worth your time and money(monthly subscription.)
The yearly is way cheaper because it's unlimited classes.
I know you're a huge fan of the PNPT but it only is listed on 8 job listing. Are you saying that it makes it less important to pursue??? I am questioning everything now.
For best results you have to have a good personality, good work ethic, ability to learn on the job, and having a depth of knowledge, regardless of certification...
That’s what I am hoping for lol. Thinking about doing these certs but if they hire me on customer service and some basic troubleshooting anyways than I’ll just apply
I started the Google IT Support Professional Certificate a couple days ago and so far it's going good. I'm a complete newbie in the technology field so I'm on the fence about how hard this course might be in the coming courses. I will get through it, work hard play hard
how's the Google course going? I'm considering taking it as well
@@mattbuszko It's going well I recently completed the 1st of 5 courses, there's a lot of things to learn there's no permanent due date for assignments so you can complete the course and take it on your own schedule
Updates?
@@balkajian !
Each module has a few test to answer. It is very difficult if you have no computer experience. The information in the Google certification is to high level for someone with no knowledge and I had some basic trouble skills and installing ram, ssd or hard drives, also a lot of things they talk about went over my head it was like they are talking in a foreign language . I just started (Operating Systems and You) and expected to have it all completed within 1 week. I can tell you this will take 2-3 month maybe if you have no computer background. The course shouldn't be this difficult for a beginner trying to get an entry level position.
In the Detroit area, if only found a couple companies that have mentioned the Google IT certificate as part of their training or recommendations for entry level applicants along with CompTia
Hi, I work at Target. My coworker joined Target's Guild program and Target covers 100% tuition for the Google certificate course and that other one mentioned here. I don't care if i work at target. It pays for some higher education
That would be awesome to move up with the same company. At least you have a leg in.
Watching this as I finished the last course on this cert. *sigh* Welp.
I can't even get the Bits to Bytes module to complete due to a faulty quiz they haven't fixed in years. IPv6 Compression.
Get your net+ then ccna, then ccnp
Oh hell no!?? Net+ sucks big and is a waste of time!
@@docholliday4546
Net+ makes things a bit easier when going for the ccna i think
Net+ is still a pretty big exam, takes 3 attempts on average.
Alot of questions on the net+ exam are troubleshooting scenario questions
@@Router994 I got my CCNA at first and missed a bit on the basics along the way, that`s why I`m just studying from scratch now A+, Google IT and started checking Net+ as a review to jump to Sec+ next. Although I don`t regret taking the CCNA first cause I managed to take the hardest one out of the way (had more free time back then, completed in 5 months), I`m finding Net+ really resourceful in terms of grounding the basics of Networking.
Defo worth doing it. (again I`m just going over content not taking the certs, next one will be defo Sec+ > Linux+ > some Python along the way..., want to gent into Cyber security)
I'm working through the certification now but it was always my plan to only use it as studying for CompTIA A+.
Hellow Leo I am studind goggle Database certification , is there any work at home after i finished the course ? Would you tell me were u r working now?
Thanks for the details I v been waiting for this video a long time ago.I am interested in the IT field and right now I am going to the college for computer information system.,now takingvsone math courses. FYI I have no knowledge about the IT .hopefully am on the right path .I started coursera Google grew for 2 months" IT support" it was a great way to learn a lot if basic things then I stopped cause when I asked them " does ot guarantee ajob!? Their answer was "not sure" .
Yeah, interesting audit the class to learn the fundamental details if that's helpful also no guarantee in this life however, I do have faith in Abba father in heaven so that's how I appreciate life
It is a career certificate not a certification like the Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Cloud Digital Leader and the Associate Cloud Engineer. Certifications are portable to different industries and companies. The Google career certificates aren't valued the same way. I think that Google does a disservice by only prmoting its career certificates without its cloud certifications.
Took it last year, did it in 6/7 days not really that hard and wouldn't take 6 months unless you really don't know anything about computers at all.
My school is offering this for free so I just came here to see if it was really worth the time. I understand its more of a course to get the basics down
I have my bachelor's degree and passed CompTIA A+ by watching professor messer's videos. But I'm still struggling to land my first job. 😟
THANK YOU, BRO! You nailed it.
I came to the same conclusion. Thank you.
Hey Zach, I love all your content and have taken many of your suggestions. I need help with career however, do you reckon for someone wiht sec+ with 0 IT exp I look for help desk roles? or do i even qualify for a role like that?
I just hate to self read and study. CompTIA A+ doesn’t have an online course for PA residents yet. I could go through the Google program first and then maybe pursue the CompTIA A+ certification. Is this a better idea for me or no?
You will also have to remember that it's 4k jobs spread across the united states which isn't much either. You have to go beyond the A+
Thank you for the video! Really good presentation!
Pierce college in PA have a shorter certificate program. Check it Out
Since I already knew most of what is in the course, I was able to complete mine within the free week, so I didn't pay anything for it. It doesn't seem like it's done anything for me in my job search, however.
You did all 6 sections in a week?
@@JonathanBigbarkBarclay yeah, I learned a lot on my own months prior by setting up and running my own homelab, so the course ended up just being a refresher on things I already knew from that.
@@lahlia_ wow it took me months to learn and I still have a hard time with IT stuff
@@lahlia_ do you have any recommendations on where to learn on how to do home labs on a Virtual Machine?
how did you get past the broken IPv6 Compression quiz in Bits and Bytes?
Best online IT school WGU
I’m currently doing this and its taking me a lot longer bc I’m a slow learner and doing a full time job. I know this won’t net me a job but I’m def using it to prepare me for rhe ComptiaA+ (I think there’s a discount there too?)
im flying through this this course im on week three and i only started today
Thank you for the insight!
If I have a google It certificate and a associates degree will that be enough to get a desktop support or a helpdesk job or will I need to get a+ as well? Once I graduate college I would rather go straight to looking for jobs and not spend more time in school since I have been in school on and off for at least ten years.
Accenture and Infosys will hire you with those credentials, but you have to catch their hiring seasons. Usually in January and February.
I majored in nutrition and got hired with no certificate. Majority of companies really just care that you can learn and that you know what you’re doing. Tier 1 support jobs usually hire if you’re the right fit although I just speak for tech companies myself.
I appreciate you critiquing the Google IT cert and offering a better alternative as well as a reference. Thank you!
You are absolutely right!
Great advice thankyou.Just a question are the majority of the course materials downloadable and available for offline use ?
I just need to be able to refer back to my learnings without having to keep subscribing to coursera, thankyou!
Helpful video thank you for that content keep up the good work have a great weekend I was thinking about that Google certification years ago I met Google manager and they're building data centers here in Las Vegas or they have already opened cheers
Is there a free cert I can get to actually get me my resume recognized?
Thanks for the video! Does this certification have expiration?
You lost a lot of weight since that video as well! Awesome for you!
Thank you Dear
I was thinking same Thanks
Most IT support jobs that I've seen on indeed won't even ask for a certification. I live in texas and I can't even think of one support job that had comptia, ibm, or even googles certifications under qualifications. I say, TAKE THE DAMB CERT. This is literally a certification for beginners, any knowledge is good knowledge. Nobody is just gonna stop learning after this cert. It's just a start.
I really don't care about the certificate. Well maybe, but not A priority. I just want to learn more about IT.
I saw a man with a Croton Varsity jacket.
King Henry 6 was lord of France and England.
Ed 4, R, and Ed 5 did not live long.
Completing the Google certification gives you knowledge about the comptia a+ exam right? Is it viable to go thru the Google course and then take the comptia exam and get the certification that way? And also add in the professor messor videos as well?
I don't have a bachelor's degree but want to break into entry level IT. Thoughts? I only have soft skills, customer service experience... Working on getting A+.
Appreciate this video
I had a doubt is it ok if I go for comptia network + rather than for comptia a + as I feel a+ is too basic
*The wrong facts used the wrong focus to give it any score the wrong perspective etc*
I got the certificate and It’s been hard finding a job and I live in California
I have this. Would I do again if I was employed? No. If I was not employed? Yes. I was out of work ,a few years ago and had no certs. I saw this has an opportunity to get something quick and free. I completed this for FREE. Yes, I did it in the 7 day trial. I worked on this no joke from when I got up to when I went to sleep. Had it printed on some nice paper and brought it with me in interviews. They do say they will have some job opportunities contact you and that is true. It took a awhile for that to happen. I have 22 years as a professional.
I had a recruiter contact me and offered me the job last week. With one stipulation. That I get A+ in 30 days. After I thought about. I saw more cons in this job then pros. Now I am thinking as being employed, should I get A+ still? I think so. It is what I do. Was a complete snore fest when I tried it and that was like 3 times.
thats how i feel.. A+ so dry i could barely sit through learning it!
Why does everyone keep mentioning obtaining the A+? Why not skip that and learn/study what you want to do instead? Why is this so important?
Some would say the most important thing to learn are the fundamentals.
I agree with you however I strongly dislike CompTIA. I don't want a single penny going to support that company. Is there any other alternative to A+ or do I even need it if I have few years of IT support.
Where do I start to view on messers video? He has a lot of videos
does this certificate have a final test or is it just the mini quizzes in between the modules?