Missouri Residents Gain Free Access to AI Training Through Google Partnership

The state of Missouri has announced a partnership with Google to provide free AI training and education to its residents. The collaboration aims to empower educators, students, and job seekers across the state with critical skills in AI, which is rapidly reshaping the economy.

Missouri's Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development (MDHEWD) and Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) officials announced the partnership, citing that it reflects Missouri's commitment to using AI in ways that benefit its residents. The state has nearly 100,000 active educators and 1.1 million students across all levels of education.

The Grow with Google initiative will provide free access to Google Career Certificates and Google AI courses. These training courses are flexible and offered online, allowing individuals to improve their capabilities and gain job-ready AI skills that prepare them for higher-earning careers. Individuals can secure their free license by registering online.