Gemini Certified Faculty
Google for Education
- Type
- Exam
- Price
- Free
- Level
- Not stated by Google for Education
- Who can take it
- No requirement listed
- Valid for
- 3 years
- Status
- Active
Checked against Google for Education on Oct 26, 2026
Introduction to Generative AI
Introduction to Generative AI is a free beginner course from Google, online. It takes under 1 hour and ends with a free badge.
Before you sign up
Suits anyone who wants to know what generative AI is and how it differs from traditional machine learning. At 45 minutes, free, with a badge on completion, it's an easy first step. The main caveat is depth: it's short and points you toward Google's own tools for building. For a longer, vendor-neutral foundation, a free alternative is Elements of AI: Introduction to AI from the University of Helsinki and MinnaLearn.
Properties
- Provider
- Format
- Self-paced
- Delivery
- Online
- Duration
- Under 1 h
- Level
- Beginner
- Cost
- Free
- Certificate
- Free badge
- Language
- English
- Funding
- None
- Next start
- Start any time
Checked against Google on Oct 26, 2026
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What you'll learn
A 45-minute microlearning module explaining what generative AI is, how it differs from traditional machine learning and which Google tools support building with it. Completion earns a badge.
Who it's for
Level: beginner (as stated by the provider). Delivery: online, self-paced.
Prerequisites
Not stated by provider.
Is Introduction to Generative AI free?
Free.
Certificate: free badge.
Where to take it
- Free on skills.google, checked Oct 26, 2026.
Related certifications
Gemini Certified Educator
Google for Education
- Type
- Exam
- Price
- Free
- Level
- Not stated by Google for Education
- Who can take it
- No requirement listed
- Valid for
- 3 years
- Status
- Active
Checked against Google for Education on Oct 26, 2026Gemini Certified Student
Google for Education
- Type
- Exam
- Price
- Free
- Level
- Not stated by Google for Education
- Who can take it
- No requirement listed
- Valid for
- 3 years
- Status
- Active
Checked against Google for Education on Oct 26, 2026
Questions people ask
How much does Introduction to Generative AI cost?
It's free.
How long does Introduction to Generative AI take?
Under 1 hour, self-paced.
Is there a certificate for Introduction to Generative AI?
Yes: free badge.
Do I need experience first?
It's a beginner course. The provider does not list prerequisites.
When does Introduction to Generative AI start?
Start any time.
Alternatives
Work smarter with AI
Microsoft Learn
- Delivery
- Online, self-paced
- Cost
- Free
- Level
- Beginner
- For
- Business professionals, Everyone
- Duration
- Not stated
- Certificate
- Yes
Start any time
Free certificateChecked against Microsoft Learn on Oct 26, 2026Introduction to Generative AI - Art of the Possible
AWS Skill Builder
- Delivery
- Online, self-paced
- Cost
- Free
- Level
- Beginner
- For
- Everyone, Business professionals
- Duration
- About 1 hour
- Certificate
- Not stated
Start any time
Checked against AWS Skill Builder on Oct 26, 2026Claude 101
Anthropic
- Delivery
- Online, self-paced
- Cost
- Free
- Level
- Beginner
- For
- Everyone, Business professionals
- Duration
- About 2.5 hours
- Certificate
- Yes
Start any time
Free certificateChecked against Anthropic on Oct 22, 2026
Similar courses on generative AI
| Course | Delivery | Cost | Level | Hours | Certificate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Google Workspace with Gemini: Foundations of Your AI WorkflowGoogle | Online, self-paced | Free | Beginner | Under 1 | Badge |
| Generative AI for ExecutivesAWS Skill Builder | Online, self-paced | Free | Beginner | Under 1 | Certificate not stated |
| Generative AI Overview for Project ManagersProject Management Institute (PMI) | Online, self-paced | Free | Beginner | 1 | Free CPD certificate |
| Get started with AI applications and agents on AzureMicrosoft Learn | Online, self-paced | Free | Beginner | 5.5 | Certificate not stated |
How we chose
- Alternatives: Chosen from other courses of the same kind, then by shared topic. Closed courses are left out.
- Related certifications: Google's own certifications, with the price, validity and requirements each issuer states.
- Similar courses: other generative AI courses, same level first.
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