Politics · Mexico · 2 hrs ago
Mexico launches second free AI training cohort for 23,000 young people
Mexico’s public AI training center has started its second cohort with 23,000 young people.
The government-run program works with 17 global companies, including Google, Microsoft, IBM and NVIDIA, which introduced students to tools and technology jobs.
It offers free online training in five areas: artificial intelligence, data analysis, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and networks and infrastructure.
The five-month course also includes technical English, logical reasoning, personal skills and help connecting with employers.
Students who complete it can receive certifications from public institutions and partner companies.
The program aims to widen access to technology skills and improve young people’s work opportunities, but the information provided does not say that a job is guaranteed.
The government aims to issue 25,000 certifications by the end of the year.
Mexico has launched the second cohort of its free online artificial intelligence training programme, enrolling 23,000 young people.
The five-month programme offers specialisations in artificial intelligence, data analysis, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and networks and infrastructure.
Participants also receive technical English training, tutoring, and support with job placement.
The government aims to issue 25,000 certifications by the end of the year.
The launch included a technology event with representatives of 17 global companies.
- Who
- The Mexican government and 23,000 young people enrolled in the second cohort.
- What
- The government launched the second cohort of a free, five-month technology training programme.
- When
- Not stated
- Where
- The launch event took place at the Biblioteca Vasconcelos in Mexico.
- Why
- The programme aims to expand young people’s employment options and access to specialised technology training.
This story does not have two clearly opposing sides.
Infobae reported that the programme’s second cohort began with 23,000 young people.
The Encuentro Tecnológico brought together government departments, educational institutions, and representatives of 17 global companies.
- Second cohort
- 23,000 young people
- Programme duration
- Five months
- Specialisations
- Artificial intelligence, data analysis, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and networks and infrastructure
- Certification target
- 25,000 by the end of the year
- Company participation
- Representatives of 17 global companies
What people are saying
Un mecanismo de entrenamiento intensivo para la certificación en estas nuevas habilidades, pero también un acompañamiento integral.
Una iniciativa de la Presidenta Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, es la puesta en marcha del Centro Público de Formación en Inteligencia Artificial, con una visión social y acompañada por las empresas, para democratizar el acceso al conocimiento de más alto nivel, mediante un proceso de certificación oficial y gratuita, lo que nos brinda oportunidades para avanzar en el campo tecnológico