Our Upskilling Commitments

AWS continues to expand its portfolio of free and low-cost training with the launch of new generative AI-focused courses.

Our free training is designed to meet a wide variety of schedules and learning goals. Each program offers something different. Learn more and get started.

A new study by Access Partnership reveals 5 ways AI will transform the workplace as we know it—from how businesses will adopt AI, the skills the workforce of tomorrow will need, and the benefits of this increased demand on pay and careers.

AWS Skill Builder provides access to over 600 free, on-demand courses. AWS Skill Builder offers engaging content to meet different learning goals and styles in up to 14 languages. Individuals can also get course recommendations for learning plans aligned to job roles and technology areas, helping people access the most relevant content for their skill level. Content is designed for everyone from individuals looking to build foundational cloud computing skills, to seasoned IT professionals who want to stay up to date on the latest technologies.

AWS Skills Centers are Amazon’s dedicated, in-person cloud learning spaces designed for anyone who is curious about cloud computing, career possibilities in the industry, and the skills needed to achieve their cloud career goals. The centers in Seattle and Arlington, VA feature interactive exhibits on robotics, space, gaming, sports, and other real-world applications of cloud computing. The centers also offer free, in-person classes for adults with little or no background in technology.

AWS re/Start is a free, cohort-based program that provides more than 400 hours of instructional learning to participants and connects participants with employment opportunities at local employers. We have two tracks: AWS re/Start Foundation helps unemployed or underemployed individuals with little or no tech experience get the skills they need to launch new careers in cloud computing, and AWS re/Start Associate helps individuals with non-cloud information technology (IT) experience augment their skills to pivot into midlevel cloud roles. The program connects more than 98% of graduates with interview opportunities.

AWS Educate offers hundreds of hours of free training resources and the opportunity for hands-on practice on the AWS Management Console. Designed specifically for the pre-professional learner, AWS Educate provides students and educators with online, self-paced cloud learning resources at no cost.

Amazon’s Machine Learning University offers anyone, anywhere the opportunity to access to the same machine learning courses used to train Amazon’s own developers on machine learning. MLU provides a free, comprehensive self-service pathway to understand the foundations of machine learning.

A two-day training course on fiber optic installation and repair hosted in collaboration with Sumitomo Electric Lightwave. Fusion splicing is the joining of two optical fibers to create a continuous light path, carrying data to technologies including phones, internet, and television.

From interactive gaming to online courses, Amazon offers a wealth of ways to master the cloud.

With or without coding skills, it’s easy to get up and running with Amazon's assistant for software development and analytics.

Highly interactive, game-based learning can lead to better knowledge outcomes. AWS offers free and low-cost game-based learning experiences within AWS Skill Builder to help you develop expertise and job-ready skills through hands-on practice.