NASH-Google Micro-credentials Partnership
City Colleges of Chicago is proud to partner with the National Association of Higher Education Systems (NASH) and Google to expand access to industry-recognized credentials which support student success and workforce readiness.
Through this partnership, City Colleges participates in a national community of practice which offers high-quality micro-credentials and career-aligned learning opportunities.
These resources are free to access for City Colleges students, faculty, and staff.
Student Opportunities
Students at City Colleges can earn Google Career Certificates and micro-credentials in high-growth fields such as:
- AI and Prompting Essentials
- Cybersecurity
- Data Analytics
- Digital Marketing & E-commerce
- IT Support
- Project Management
- UX Design
Faculty Opportunities
This partnership provides professional development and resources for faculty (including content they can integrate into courses and programs). Faculty across City Colleges can use this support to:
- Integrate micro-credentials into curriculum and instruction
- Increase student engagement and completion
- Connect classroom learning to career pathways
Equity & Access
Through the NASH community of practice, City Colleges benefits from shared resources, coaching, and collaboration with peer institutions across the country. It supports our institutional commitment to offering accessible, high-quality, career-connected education by helping students:
- Earn stackable, industry-recognized credentials
- Build skills aligned with employer demand
- Enhance employability and career mobility
Learn More
For more information, contact us at tech@ccc.edu.