Google Cloud launches Professional Agentic Architect certification with hybrid exam format

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Google Cloud introduces the Professional Agentic Architect certification as the latest milestone in the Gemini Agent Ready (GEAR) initiative, opening an internal curriculum previously used to train thousands of forward deployed engineers and strategic partners over the past four months.
The certification validates proficiency across five domains: building agents with low-code tools, using coding agents for development, developing custom agents on the Gemini platform with open source frameworks, evaluating and deploying agentic workflows, and securing and governing those workflows.
The exam uses a hybrid format consisting of a proctored multiple-choice section covering system design, cost optimization, and security governance, plus hands-on labs on Google Skills where candidates build, test, and debug live agentic workflows in an active cloud environment.
Research with Ipsos indicates that 82% of learners using Google Skills report that mentioning Google Cloud certifications on their resume drives more recruiter responses, while 90% of cloud professionals say such credentials provide the verified know-how needed for in-demand roles.
Google Cloud customers can access a cohort-based, guided certification journey at no cost through Get Certified, while partners can register for Partner Certification Kickstart; all candidates can access 35 free monthly learning credits on Google Skills via Gemini Agent Ready registration.

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