Google Cybersecurity Career Certificates

The Women CyberSecurity Society has partnered with Grow with Google to offer a 100% fully funded Cybersecurity Career Certificate scholarship. Valued at $300 USD, this opportunity removes the financial barrier to high-quality training so more learners can build job-ready skills. Eligible applicants pay no fees, receive structured guidance, and join a supportive community focused on access, equity, and real career outcomes. Apply now for the IWCD 2025 cohort; seats are limited and awarded rolling.

Earn an industry-recognized credential with the Grow with Google Cybersecurity Career Certificate. The curriculum is aligned to real entry-level roles and taught through hands-on labs, case studies, and practical assessments. Learners build skills employers expect—networking, Linux, SIEM, threat analysis, incident response, and automation fundamentals—ready to apply on day one. The certificate is valued by employers and highlights projects, turning training into job-ready results today. 

The program’s learning path builds the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to pursue the CompTIA Security+ certification. Courses cover core exam domains—threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities; architecture and design; implementation; operations and incident response; and governance, risk, and compliance—with hands-on labs, assessments, and scenarios that mirror tasks. You’ll practice controls, log analysis, hardening, and incident response—skills aligned to exam objectives. exam prep. tips. 

The scholarship unlocks six months of structured, self-paced training designed for busy learners. You can progress on your schedule, with recommended pacing of 8–10 hours per week across sequenced modules, labs, and assessments. Milestones help you stay on track, while community support, study groups, and check-ins keep you motivated from start to finish. Expect coverage of networking, Linux, SOC, SIEM, threat analysis, and incident response, capped by a capstone showcasing your skills! 

To apply, you must be at least 16 years of age, commit to completing the full six-month training program, and agree to the WCS2 Code of Conduct. Applicants also consent to the respectful use of their name, story, or achievements for future awareness campaigns to inspire others in the community. This helps us highlight success, build role models, and encourage more people to pursue cybersecurity as a career. The program is open globally, except in countries under Canadian sanctions. 

Have questions? Our FAQ covers everything you need to know about the IWCD 2025 Grow with Google Cybersecurity Career Certificate Scholarship. You’ll find answers on eligibility, application steps, timelines, selection process, time commitment, program recognition, and how the training prepares you for Security+. If you don’t see the information you’re looking for, please scroll down to the FAQ section. Still need help? Reach us anytime at official@womenincyberday.org and our team will be happy to assist.