31 million learners and counting
In December 2020, Amazon Web Services (AWS) committed to investing hundreds of millions of dollars to provide free cloud computing skills training to 29 million people worldwide by 2025.
More than a year ahead of schedule, AWS has surpassed this ambitious goal, having helped more than 31 million learners across 200 countries and territories build their cloud skills through its free training initiatives. AWS continues to invest in providing free and low-cost cloud computing and AI skills training for people of all backgrounds and skill levels.
More than a year ahead of schedule, AWS has surpassed this ambitious goal, having helped more than 31 million learners across 200 countries and territories build their cloud skills through its free training initiatives. AWS continues to invest in providing free and low-cost cloud computing and AI skills training for people of all backgrounds and skill levels.
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Our Programs
- 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., and Cape Town, South Africa, feature interactive exhibits on robotics, space, gaming, sports, and other real-world applications of cloud computing. The centers also offer free, virtual and in-person instructor-led 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 an extensive library of free, self-paced online training that covers a range of topics – from cloud fundamentals to innovative technologies like artificial intelligence and machine learning. Designed specifically for the curious, new-to-cloud learner, AWS Educate provides simple, barrier-free access to learn, practice, and evaluate your cloud skills without creating an Amazon or AWS account.
- 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.
- There are two unique opportunities for interested learners to broaden their knowledge-base in fiber and fiber optic fusion splicing via interactive workshops. Both workshops are free, designed to equip participants with critical skills, and are led by experts in collaboration with AWS, Sumitomo Electric Lightwave, and local education and training organizations.
Upskilling for Amazon employees
Amazon has invested more than $1.2 billion to provide free skills training opportunities to more than 350,000 U.S. employees since the Upskilling Pledge launched in 2019, helping them further their careers in high-paying, in-demand roles.
Learn how our upskilling programs contribute to Amazon’s mission to be the world’s best employer.
Learn how our upskilling programs contribute to Amazon’s mission to be the world’s best employer.
