GCP – Get Google Cloud certified in 2025—and see why the latest research says it matters
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The cloud is evolving fast — and that means you need to evolve fast. With the explosion of AI, it’s not enough to build skills; you have to be able to prove you have them.
As more companies pursue digital transformation and AI adoption, validating skills quickly and effectively is more critical than ever. That’s not just the message everyone is hearing from recruiters and executives — we also have new research demonstrating the impact of getting Google Cloud certified. And recognizing just how valuable certification is, we’ve got three new ones to help drive your success in 2025.
A recent Ipsos study commissioned by Google Cloud surveyed more than 3,000 cloud practitioners, students, and decision-makers and confirmed that certifications not only increase career opportunities, they also drive efficiencies for digital businesses (which is pretty much every business these days). From seasoned professionals to those just starting out, as well as the organizations for which they work, everyone benefits from validating their cloud skills with trusted certifications.
Certifications: A catalyst for confidence and career advancement
Certifications are a key driver of career growth for engineers, data scientists, and other cloud professionals. For Google Cloud learners, certifications are considered the most valuable part of their learning journey. This is supported by the Ipsos data: eight in 10 Google Cloud learners report that certification equips them with the skills needed for in-demand roles, accelerates their promotion potential, and contributes to their overall professional success when they share their credentials online.
The Ipsos research also reveals the significant impact of Google Cloud certifications on students. Empowered by certifications, students report higher salaries and faster time-to-hire. An impressive nine in 10 Google Cloud certified students say their training made them more competitive in the job market, leading to better career opportunities.
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Helping cloud leaders find and build more efficient teams
Furthermore, certifications build confidence and efficiency for cloud leaders and decision-makers. Leaders from organizations using Google Cloud report that certifications significantly improve the efficiency of their cloud operations. They cite increased confidence in on-time project completion, accelerated onboarding to roles and projects, and greater confidence in a candidate’s knowledge during the hiring process. In fact, more than six in 10 leaders say one of the most important resources for cloud learners is getting certified, and approximately 70% believe certified employees are more productive.
Explore—and prepare for—the latest certifications from Google Cloud, integrated with AI concepts
To get started out take your training to the next level, you can explore the full catalog of Google Cloud certifications, which now include these newly launched certifications:
- Associate Data Practitioner Certification: This certification is a great fit for data scientists who want to validate their Google Cloud data skills and knowledge, like ensuring data is clean, secure, and usable for AI and machine learning models. Follow this learning path to prepare for the exam.
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Associate Google Workspace Administrator Certification: Validate your proficiency in the core skills required to successfully manage Google Workspace environments, including effectively managing the AI-powered assistant. Follow this learning path to prepare for the exam.
- Professional Cloud Architect Certification [Renewal]: Prove your skills as a professional cloud architect with this new, streamlined recertification exam, focused on the application of generative AI solutions to solve real-world business challenges. Check out the exam guide to prepare for the exam.
How certification moves the needle: Hear from certified professionals
People are already transforming their careers and supercharging their teams with the help of certifications. Hear from a Chief Technology Officer, a senior cloud architect, a risk manager and a student in information systems about the difference a certification makes in their day-to-day:
The rapid pace of AI innovation has made skills validation an imperative — for cloud professionals and the companies they call home. Learn more about all your cloud credentialing options here or explore our full suite of Google Cloud learning tools at skills.google.
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