Starting this fall, Austin Community College District (ACC) students will get free access to new certification programs. The College is partnering with Coursera — an online platform with extra learning tools and videos that connect directly to what you’re studying.
Through ACC’s partnership, you can enroll in new certification programs tied directly to your degree track.
Here are five reasons you should check out the new tool:
1. Resume Boost: Coursera certificates are available from recognized companies like Google, IBM, and Meta. When you earn a certificate, you’re showing employers that you’ve gone beyond the classroom to build relevant skills.
2. Skill Building for In-Demand Fields: With Coursera options, you can learn practical, job-ready skills in areas like data analysis, UX design, digital marketing, IT support, and more — many of which are high-demand fields.
3. Flexible Learning: You can learn at your own pace — helpful for balancing school, work, and life. Many certificates can be completed in just a few weeks or months, on your own schedule.
4. It’s Free at ACC: Through ACC, you’re getting free access to resources that usually cost hundreds of dollars. That means less financial pressure to gain valuable credentials.
5. Connections to Real Courses: When integrated with your ACC classes, Coursera content can reinforce what you’re already learning — helping you better understand the material and apply it in real-world situations.
For more information, visit https://instruction.austincc.edu/coursera.