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Reinforcement Learning Courses

Reinforcement Learning courses can help you learn key concepts like Markov decision processes, reward systems, and policy optimization. You can build skills in algorithm design, simulation environments, and evaluating agent performance. Many courses introduce tools such as TensorFlow and OpenAI Gym, that support implementing and testing reinforcement learning algorithms in practical scenarios.

Popular Reinforcement Learning Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Spanish Vocabulary: Careers and Social Events

    Skills you'll gain: Spanish Language, Bilingual (Spanish/English), Language Competency, Language Learning, Vocabulary, Grammar, Oral Comprehension

    4.7 stars, 203 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Introduction to Software, Programming, and Databases

    Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, Systems Development Life Cycle, Database Administration, Database Architecture and Administration, Cloud Deployment, Database Software, Generative AI Agents, Programming Principles, Cloud Computing Architecture, Database Systems, Generative AI, Package and Software Management, Cloud Services, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Computer Literacy, Analytics, digital literacy, Web Applications, Computer Programming

    4.7 stars, 475 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (475) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Virginia

    Design Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Design Thinking, Innovation, Ideation, Stakeholder Analysis, Creative Thinking, User Research, Journey Mapping, Human Centered Design, Stakeholder Engagement, Design Research, Project Scoping, Planning, Persona Development, Design Strategies, Project Planning, Value Engineering, Experience Design, Strategic Thinking, Creativity

    4.6 stars, 301 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (301) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Beyond the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Addressing Sustainability and Development

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Design Thinking, Innovation, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Climate Change Programs, Sustainability Standards, Socioeconomics, Environment and Resource Management, Social Impact, Natural Resource Management, Social Justice, Climate Change Adaptation, Economic Development, Social Studies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Climate Change Mitigation, Case Studies

    4.8 stars, 700 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (700) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • C

    Coursera

    Create Your First Web App with Python and Flask

    Skills you'll gain: Flask (Web Framework), Web Development, Web Applications, Application Development, Web Development Tools, Application Frameworks, Object-Relational Mapping, Database Application, Back-End Web Development, Software Development, Database Management, Python Programming, Computer Programming

    4.4 stars, 557 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.4 (557) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

    AI Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Product Strategy, AI literacy, Generative AI, Generative AI Agents, Machine Learning Methods, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, LLM Application, Convolutional Neural Networks, Supervised Learning, Fraud detection, Reinforcement Learning, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Unsupervised Learning

    4.8 stars, 241 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (241) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    American Psychological Association

    Psychology of Anxiety, Mood, Substance Use, and Addictive Behaviors

    Skills you'll gain: Substance Abuse, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Clinical Psychology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health Therapies, Psychiatry, Psychological Evaluations, Substance Abuse Counseling, Mental Health, Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychiatric Assessments, Patient Evaluation, Behavioral Health, Psychotherapy, Culture, Cultural Sensitivity, Epidemiology, Pharmacology, Psychosocial Assessments

    4.8 stars, 359 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (359) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Reward Programming: Optimizing RL Efficiency and Safety

    Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, Computational Logic, AI Workflows, Agentic systems, Theoretical Computer Science, Applied Machine Learning, Model Optimization, Model Evaluation, Markov Model, Continuous Monitoring, Functional Specification, Verification And Validation, Safety and Security

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Advanced Interviewing Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Negotiation, Telephone Skills, Price Negotiation, Tactfulness, Personal Attributes, Recruitment, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Expression, Communication Strategies, Personal Integrity, Professionalism, Storytelling, Strategic Communication, Problem Solving, Self-Awareness

    4.7 stars, 148 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (148) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    More C# Programming and Unity

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Data Structures, C# (Programming Language), Video Game Development, Data Storage, C and C++, Game Design, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Computational Logic

    4.8 stars, 626 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (626) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Artificial Intelligence Algorithms Models and Limitations

    Skills you'll gain: Model Training, Model Evaluation, Predictive Modeling, Data Ethics, Algorithms, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, AI literacy, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Collection, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Computational Thinking, Economics

    4.7 stars, 583 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Custom and Distributed Training with TensorFlow

    Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Model Training, Model Optimization, Deep Learning, Distributed Computing, Data Pipelines

    4.8 stars, 439 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (439) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular reinforcement learning courses

  • Spanish Vocabulary: Careers and Social Events: University of California, Davis
  • Introduction to Software, Programming, and Databases: IBM
  • Design Thinking: University of Virginia
  • Beyond the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Addressing Sustainability and Development: University of Michigan
  • Create Your First Web App with Python and Flask: Coursera
  • AI Essentials: Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
  • Psychology of Anxiety, Mood, Substance Use, and Addictive Behaviors: American Psychological Association
  • Reward Programming: Optimizing RL Efficiency and Safety: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Advanced Interviewing Techniques: University of Maryland, College Park
  • More C# Programming and Unity: University of Colorado System

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