The Office of the President unveiled the Public Center for Artificial Intelligence Training, described by the federal government as the first of its kind in Latin America by virtue of its scale and its tuition-free model. The initiative sets a target of 25,000 specialized graduates during 2026 and is positioned as a cornerstone of the country's public policy on digital talent.

According to the [official statement from the Presidency](https://www.gob.mx/presidencia/prensa/presidenta-claudia-sheinbaum-encabeza-presentacion-del-nuevo-centro-publico-de-formacion-en-inteligencia-artificial), the center offers free training with official certification across five areas: artificial intelligence, data analysis, cloud computing, Java, and cybersecurity, distributed across twenty specialization tracks. The structure calls for a first cohort of 10,000 students following a five-month intensive training scheme, and a second cohort of 15,000 people during the second half of the year. Each graduate receives dual certification: one issued by the participating companies and another by public institutions.

Coverage by [IMER Noticias](https://noticias.imer.mx/blog/sheinbaum-anuncia-la-mayor-escuela-publica-de-ia-y-codigo-en-america-latina/) details the list of corporate partners tied to the program, which includes Amazon, Google, IBM, Microsoft, Meta, Oracle, Salesforce, SAP, Accenture, Ericsson, Kyndryl, Tata, Amiti, Axity, and Softtek. The involvement of global technology providers in the certification process is one of the features that sets this center apart from prior public training initiatives, aligning curricula with standards used by companies operating in international markets. At the regional level, the project fits into a broader conversation about how Latin American countries are seeking to retain technical talent and capture a share of the value added by the digital economy. The initiative connects with Plan México's investment in technology infrastructure and with the ecosystem of regional campuses that the Secretaría de Educación Pública and the Secretaría de Ciencia, Humanidades, Tecnología e Innovación are coordinating to extend access beyond the Valley of Mexico.

The next key milestones for tracking progress include the opening of enrollment for the second cohort, public documentation of the first graduating class, and information on the employers absorbing that talent both inside and outside Mexico.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the graduate target for the Public AI Training Center?

Twenty-five thousand specialized graduates during 2026, distributed across two cohorts, according to the official statement from the Presidency.

What technical areas does the program cover?

Artificial intelligence, data analysis, cloud computing, Java, and cybersecurity, distributed across twenty specialization tracks, according to the Presidency.

Which companies are participating in the certification?

Amazon, Google, IBM, Microsoft, Meta, Oracle, Salesforce, SAP, Accenture, Ericsson, Kyndryl, Tata, Amiti, Axity, and Softtek, according to IMER Noticias.

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