Take a Step Towards Cybersecurity with Google’s Cybersecurity Certification

In an exciting development for aspiring cybersecurity enthusiasts, Google has launched a new Cybersecurity Certification on Coursera that comes with a fantastic opportunity— a 30% discount on the CompTIA Security+ exam after completing the course. This could be a game changer for anyone eager to enter the cybersecurity field!

The course itself is relatively fresh; I actually learned about it through an email notification while preparing for my CCNA studies. Intrigued by the prospect of doubling my efforts, I decided to enroll in the Google Cybersecurity Certification course as well, not only for the knowledge but also to benefit from the discount on the Security+ exam, which can often be quite costly.

To clarify how the discount works: upon successful completion of the Google Cybersecurity Certification program, you’ll receive a voucher that grants you a 30% reduction on the price of the Security+ exam. This is particularly beneficial, especially for those of us living in regions where exam fees can be prohibitively expensive, such as in some Southeast Asian countries.

I’ve been navigating my own path towards a cybersecurity career primarily through free course audits, applying for financial aid, and waiting for cost-effective options like discounts. Therefore, I thought sharing this information might be beneficial for others in similar situations who are looking for ways to save money while enhancing their skills in cybersecurity.

For those interested, you can explore the Google Cybersecurity Certification program on Coursera here.

I’m hopeful that this update will prove helpful for those making a transition into the cybersecurity space!

Additional Information:

An important note: the Google Cybersecurity course does not include the Security+ exam itself. However, I have received confirmation that The American Dream Academy offers various free certification programs, including the IBM Cybersecurity Certification, among other popular vendors. For those in the US, this could be a fantastic resource to further your knowledge without financial burden. You can check out their offerings here.

Hope this information serves you well on your journey into cybersecurity!