Transform education with a project you are passionate about as a
Certified Innovator

Join a global community of passionate educators who use technology to solve big challenges and advocate for impactful use of Google tools.

Why you should become a Certified Innovator

The Google for Education Certified Innovator Program recognizes and supports top educators who are excited to grow professionally, advocate for impactful technology, and innovate to improve classrooms, schools and local communities.

Launch transformative projects

Drive transformation in education with an innovation project.

Amplify your influence

Grow leadership skills through advocacy opportunities

Accelerate personal growth

Receive tailored mentorship from talented Innovators.

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Applications for our next Google Certified Innovator Academy

There are currently no open applications for the Innovator Program. Future announcements about the program will be posted on this page.

Find a three-day academy in your region that you would be able to attend

Take the Intermediate use of Google Workspace for Education Fundamentals course and pass the Google Certified Educator Level 2 exam

Interview a few people affected by the challenge, and film a 90-second video about that challenge and why you want to solve it. Learn about the innovation process.

View example videos

Make sure you submit your application before it’s due. Review the rubric.

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Community Connect

Learn more about the program from our global
community of Innovators

Use our online directory to connect with Innovators from previous cohorts

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To become an Innovator, you must apply to attend an Innovator Academy. In 2024 we will host several live Academies and one virtual Academy in various cities around the world, and in different languages. You can see the Innovator Academy event dates, locations, and application windows on the Certified Innovator page.
All Certified Innovators will work closely with Google and other Innovators to implement, manage, and document creative education projects. We encourage Innovators to collaborate on projects, and to choose projects that inspire and impact other educators and students.
You must pass the Google Certified Educator Level 2 exam before applying to become a Certified Innovator.
You can see the Innovator Academy event dates, locations, and application windows on the Certified Innovator page.
Google for Education Certified Innovators remain active in one of three ways:
(1) continue working on a high-impact Innovator Project of their choosing
(2) being influential advocates for using Google technologies to transform education
(3) leading Google programs to drive innovation and transformation in their schools or school systems

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Transform education with a project you are passionate about as aCertified Innovator