Google Adwords Certification 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Where do you earn and manage Google Ads certifications?
- Skillshop (Correct answer)
- Google Analytics Academy
- Google Marketing Platform
- Search Console
Correct answer: Skillshop
Google Ads certifications are earned through Skillshop, Google's official training platform.
Question 2: How long is a Google Ads certification valid before it must be renewed?
- 6 months
- 1 year (Correct answer)
- 2 years
- It never expires
Correct answer: 1 year
Google Ads certifications are valid for one year and must be renewed by retaking the assessment.
Question 3: What is the typical passing score required for a Google Ads certification assessment?
- 50%
- 65%
- 80% (Correct answer)
- 100%
Correct answer: 80%
Most Google Ads certification assessments require a score of 80% to pass.
Question 4: Which certification focuses on text ads that appear on the search results page?
- Display Certification
- Search Certification (Correct answer)
- Video Certification
- Shopping Certification
Correct answer: Search Certification
The Search Certification covers building and optimizing campaigns that show ads on Google Search.
Question 5: If you fail a certification assessment, how long must you typically wait before retaking it?
- Immediately
- 1 day
- 7 days (Correct answer)
- 30 days
Correct answer: 7 days
After failing, you generally must wait one day, but Google enforces a waiting period before reattempts.
Question 6: Which certification is most relevant for an advertiser promoting products via YouTube ads?
- Video Certification (Correct answer)
- Search Certification
- Shopping Certification
- Apps Certification
Correct answer: Video Certification
The Video Certification covers YouTube and video campaign strategy.
Question 7: What is a key benefit of becoming Google Ads certified for an agency?
- Free ad spend credits
- Eligibility for Google Partners status (Correct answer)
- Guaranteed top ad rank
- Lower CPC rates
Correct answer: Eligibility for Google Partners status
Certifications count toward the requirements for Google Partners program status.
Where do you earn and manage Google Ads certifications?