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Special Education Courses

Special Education courses can help you learn individualized education plans (IEPs), behavior management strategies, inclusive classroom practices, and assessment techniques tailored for diverse learners. You can build skills in adapting curriculum, fostering communication with families, and implementing interventions that support students with varying needs. Many courses introduce tools like assistive technology, data tracking software, and collaborative platforms that enhance teaching effectiveness and promote student engagement.

Popular Special Education Courses and Certifications


  • N

    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Nutrition Hot Topics and Controversies

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Education, Nutrition and Diet, Food and Beverage, Scientific Methods, Medical Science and Research, Life Sciences

    4.7 stars, 31 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (31) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Anthropic

    AI Fluency for Students

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI literacy, Anthropic Claude, AI Personalization, Professional Development, AI Workflows, Artificial Intelligence, Honesty, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Critical Thinking

    4.9 stars, 24 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (24) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Free
    Free
  • I

    IBM

    Tech Support Career Guide and Interview Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Interviewing Skills, Technical Support, Technical Support and Services, Professional Development, Relationship Building, Help Desk Support, Professionalism, Verbal Communication Skills, Follow Through, Communication

    4.9 stars, 146 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (146) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Peking University

    大学生瑜伽

    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Meditation & Breathwork, Physical Stamina, Mental Concentration, Exercise Science, Coordinating, Human Musculoskeletal System

    4.6 stars, 14 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (14) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Packt

    Handling Difficult Conversations

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Assertiveness, Leadership, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Leadership and Management, Discussion Facilitation, Interpersonal Communications, De-escalation Techniques, Emotional Intelligence, People Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Communication, Team Performance Management, Constructive Feedback, Empathy

    4.5 stars, 23 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (23) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Skillshare

    Freelance Editing: Launch & Build Your Video Editing Career

    Skills you'll gain: Editing, Video Editing, Client Services, Relationship Management, Self-Motivation, Post-Production, Price Negotiation, Customer Relationship Building, Video Production, Entrepreneurship, Videography, Goal Setting, Personal Development, Cost Estimation, Business Systems, Professional Networking, Planning

    4.2 stars, 6 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.2 (6) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Assertiveness Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Assertiveness, Empowerment, Oral Expression, Professional Development, Workplace Bullying Intervention, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Tactfulness, Communication Strategies, Leadership, Leadership Development, De-escalation Techniques, Rapport Building, Conflict Management, Empathy, Behavioral Management

    4.7 stars, 34 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (34) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Leadership in Multinational, Cross-Cultural Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Team Leadership, Diversity Awareness, Intercultural Competence, Diversity Training, Virtual Teams, Diversity and Inclusion, Cultural Diversity, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Leadership Development, Cultural Sensitivity, Culture, Meeting Facilitation, Decision Making

    4.7 stars, 31 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (31) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Anti-Racism II

    Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, Diversity Awareness, Oral Expression, Social Justice, Rapport Building, Interviewing Skills, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Interpersonal Communications, Sociology, Advocacy, Storytelling, Multimedia

    4.5 stars, 26 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (26) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to Carbon Reduction and Net Zero

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Climate Change Programs, Sustainable Development, Environment, Sustainable Technologies, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Corporate Sustainability, Pollution Prevention, Energy and Utilities, Community Outreach

    4.7 stars, 53 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (53) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Cognitive Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Research, Research Design, Scientific Methods, Research Methodologies, Human Learning, Sensory Systems Analysis, Culture, Decision Intelligence, Experimentation, Case Studies, Learning Strategies

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • M

    Minnesota State University, Mankato

    Skills for New Manager Success

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership and Management, Leadership Development, Team Management, Leadership, Team Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Organizational Development, Professional Development, Communication Strategies, Professionalism, Strategic Leadership, Verbal Communication Skills, Conflict Management, Communication, Behavior Management, Performance Analysis, Business Management, Trustworthiness, Adaptability, Problem Solving

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular special education courses

  • Nutrition Hot Topics and Controversies: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • AI Fluency for Students: Anthropic
  • Tech Support Career Guide and Interview Preparation: IBM
  • 大学生瑜伽: Peking University
  • Handling Difficult Conversations: Packt
  • Freelance Editing: Launch & Build Your Video Editing Career: Skillshare
  • Assertiveness Skills: Packt
  • Leadership in Multinational, Cross-Cultural Teams: University of California, Davis
  • Anti-Racism II: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to Carbon Reduction and Net Zero: Coursera

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