GBA Member Benefit Spotlight: No- and Low-Cost Emerging Technology Training

The Government Blockchain Association (GBA) is pleased to remind members of a valuable benefit made possible through GBA’s strategic relationship with The Blockchain Academy and the Web3 Certification Board.

Together, these three organizations are working to expand access to high-quality training in blockchain, Web3, artificial intelligence, and other emerging technologies. Through this collaboration, GBA members can access select training opportunities at no cost or low cost, helping members strengthen their knowledge, build professional credibility, and stay current in a rapidly evolving technology landscape.

A Long-Standing Strategic Relationship

GBA’s relationship with The Blockchain Academy and the Web3 Certification Board is rooted in shared values: education, professional development, standards, and responsible adoption of emerging technologies.

Bryant Nielson, the first Chair of the GBA Board, has been a long-time friend, supporter, and advocate for GBA’s mission. His continued work with The Blockchain Academy and the Web3 Certification Board has helped create meaningful opportunities for GBA members to gain practical, career-relevant knowledge in blockchain and related technologies.

This partnership reflects a simple but important goal: make emerging technology education more accessible to the people and organizations working to improve government, public services, and civic innovation.

Why This Matters for GBA Members

Governments around the world are exploring blockchain, digital identity, tokenization, smart contracts, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and other emerging technologies. As these tools become more relevant to public-sector modernization, the need for informed, capable professionals continues to grow.

Through this member benefit, GBA members can:

• Build foundational knowledge in blockchain, Web3, and related technologies
• Access professional training at no or reduced cost
• Prepare for certification pathways offered through GBA, The Blockchain Academy, and the Web3 Certification Board
• Strengthen their ability to support government and enterprise innovation
• Stay informed about fast-moving developments in the emerging technology ecosystem

Whether you are a government official, technology provider, consultant, student, academic, or policy professional, this training can help you better understand how emerging technologies are being applied in real-world environments.

How to Access the Training

GBA members can access the training portal directly from the GBA website.

To get started:

1. Visit the GBA website.
2. Go to Resources in the main menu.
3. Select Certified Training
4. Create an account on the training platform.

Please note: the training platform login is independent of your GBA member login. You will need to create a separate account to access the training resources.

A Valuable Benefit for the GBA Community

GBA is committed to helping members learn, connect, and lead in the responsible use of blockchain and emerging technologies. This strategic relationship with The Blockchain Academy and the Web3 Certification Board is one more way GBA is delivering practical value to its members.

We encourage all GBA members to explore the Certified Training resources and take advantage of this exciting benefit.

Start today by visiting the GBA website, selecting “Certified Training” under the Resources menu, and creating your training account.

Visit the GBA Certified Training Page for more information.