Adtalem Global Education Inc. has announced a strategic partnership with Google Cloud to launch the first comprehensive AI credentials program tailored specifically for healthcare professionals. The initiative, set to debut in 2026, aims to close the growing AI readiness gap in healthcare by equipping students and practicing clinicians with practical, hands-on experience using cutting-edge AI tools. The program will be integrated across Adtalem’s network of institutions, including Chamberlain University, Walden University, American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, Ross University School of Medicine, and Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine—serving over 91,000 students. It will also be accessible to working healthcare professionals seeking continuing education, with flexible, job-ready coursework designed to fit busy schedules. The collaboration leverages Google Cloud’s advanced AI technologies, including Gemini, its family of large language models, and Vertex AI, to deliver a secure, compliant, and scalable learning environment. The curriculum will cover critical topics such as AI applications in clinical settings, ethical considerations, patient safety, and real-world use of AI tools commonly deployed in hospitals and medical practices. Michael Betz, Chief Digital Officer at Adtalem, emphasized the urgency of the moment. “We're moving at the speed healthcare demands,” he said. “Our students will graduate confident in using AI to improve clinical decisions, reduce administrative burdens, and focus more on patient care. Healthcare providers are asking for professionals who can lead responsible AI adoption—and our graduates will be ready to do just that.” Despite billions invested in AI by healthcare organizations to address workforce shortages and operational strain, a recent survey found only 28% of physicians feel prepared to use AI effectively, while 36% of nurses report lacking the knowledge to use AI tools. This gap threatens to undermine the value of AI investments and slow innovation. Brent Mitchell, Vice President of Google Public Sector, highlighted the importance of empowering clinicians. “To unlock AI’s full potential in healthcare, we must ensure the people using it are properly trained,” he said. “This partnership ensures that both future and current healthcare professionals gain the specialized knowledge needed to implement AI safely, responsibly, and effectively—without compromising patient care.” The program represents a key step in Adtalem’s broader mission to become the go-to clinical workforce partner for healthcare providers nationwide. By combining Adtalem’s deep experience in clinical education with Google Cloud’s AI expertise, the initiative aims to create a new generation of healthcare leaders who can harness AI as a force for better outcomes, greater efficiency, and stronger human-centered care. For more information on Adtalem’s AI innovations and their impact on the healthcare workforce, visit Adtalem.com/about-us/innovation. To learn about Google Cloud’s role in advancing education, visit goo.gle/higher-ed.