Google Career Certificates at Mi Casa help participants build job-ready skills for in-demand roles through industry-recognized credentials developed by Google. Certificates are offered as part of Mi Casa’s Career Pathways program and are paired with required career coaching to support completion, career readiness, and positive employment outcomes.

Yes. The cost is $75 for the standalone Google Career Certificate. This includes access to the certificate course via Coursera, required career coaching sessions, connection to supportive peer groups via Discord, access to a certificate-aligned Job Board, and career preparation resources such as resume and interview support.

Participants who are co-enrolled in Mi Casa Core Trainings qualify for a reduced cost of $25.

There are three certificates offered at no cost: AI Essentials, Prompting Essentials, and People Management Essentials.

Yes. Active collaboration with a career coach is required for successful participation in this program. Career coaching provides structure, accountability, and personalized guidance to help participants stay on track and translate learning into real career outcomes.

Mi Casa provides wraparound support, including one-on-one career coaching, goal setting and pacing plans, resume and interview preparation, job search guidance, and access to a supportive peer community.

Yes. Participants have access to Coursera’s learner support tools, including a Learner Help Center, discussion forums, and community spaces. However, Mi Casa is the primary source of guidance and support, helping participants navigate the platform, stay accountable, and align coursework with career goals.

This program is best suited for individuals who are motivated to work toward employment or career advancement, are open to guidance and feedback, and are willing to actively engage in coaching and program expectations. Career coaches help assess fit during enrollment to ensure participants are set up for success.

Completion time varies by certificate and individual availability. Most participants complete their certificate within 3 to 6 months. Your career coach will help you create a personalized pacing plan using SMART goals to balance learning with other responsibilities.

Google Career Certificates help participants build in-demand technical and professional skills. Combined with career coaching and job readiness support, certificates strengthen participants’ competitiveness in the job market. While certificates do not guarantee employment, they are a strong tool when paired with active engagement and coaching.

Several Google Career Certificates are available in Spanish, including Data Analytics, IT Support, Project Management, and Cybersecurity.
While Mi Casa strives to support Spanish-speaking participants, 1:1 career coaching in Spanish may be limited depending on staff capacity. Language needs should be discussed during enrollment. (Iyari used to support Spanish speaking participants).

Yes. Participants must verify their identity to receive a certificate, which requires uploading a valid government-issued ID through the Coursera platform. Participants are also expected to meet participation requirements, follow their pacing plan, and sign a course accountability agreement.

After completion, participants continue working with their career coach on next steps, which include interview preparation tools overview, resume enhancement, or further training. Mi Casa focuses on helping participants translate certificates into meaningful career outcomes, not just completions.

No. While Google Career Certificates are highly regarded by employers, job placement depends on multiple factors including experience, engagement, and labor market conditions. Mi Casa provides strong career support, but final hiring decisions are made by employers.