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American History Courses

American History courses can help you learn about key events, influential figures, and social movements that shaped the nation. You can build skills in critical analysis, historical interpretation, and effective communication of complex ideas. Many courses introduce tools like primary source documents, timelines, and digital archives, which enhance your understanding of historical context and enable you to engage with various perspectives on American identity and culture.

Popular American History Courses and Certifications


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    LearnKartS

    Docker Registries and Image Distribution

    Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Microservices, CI/CD, DevOps, Containerization, Devops Tools, Application Deployment, Continuous Deployment, Release Management, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Private Cloud, DevSecOps, Package and Software Management, Metadata Management, Software Versioning, Linux, Application Lifecycle Management, Automation, Command-Line Interface

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
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    Duke University

    Visual Perception and the Brain

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Psychology, Neurology, Motion Arguments, Physiology, Anatomy

    4.7 stars, 284 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
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  • D

    Duke University

    Advertising and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Advertising, Media and Communications, Advertising Campaigns, Online Advertising, Digital Advertising, Electronic Media, Culture, Marketing Psychology, Diversity Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.8 stars, 991 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (991) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • A

    American Psychological Association

    Psychology of Disorders Related to Trauma, Anxiety, & Stress

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Resilience, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health, Clinical Psychology, Psychiatry, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Physiology, Trauma Care, Mental Health Therapies, Psychology, Psychological Evaluations, Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Behavioral Health, Cultural Diversity, Patient Evaluation, Health Assessment, Health And Wellness Coaching, Patient Treatment

    4.8 stars, 292 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
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    MedCerts

    Medical Billing and Coding Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Revenue Cycle Management, Medical Billing, Medical Billing and Coding, Electronic Medical Record System, Medical Coding, Medical History Documentation, Medical Records, ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), Electronic Medical Record, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Information Management and Medical Records, CPT Coding, Medical Office Procedures, Medical Privacy, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Patient Registration, Health Information Management, Managed Care, Payment Processing

    4.7 stars, 651 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Toronto

    Mind Control: Managing Your Mental Health During COVID-19

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Mental Health, Mental Concentration, Resilience, Meditation & Breathwork, Mindfulness, Behavior Management, Preventative Care, Sensory Systems Analysis, Relationship Building, Social Skills

    4.8 stars, 8.6K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (8.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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  • C

    Columbia University

    Introduction to Financial Engineering and Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Market, Securities (Finance), Derivatives, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Capital Markets, Futures Exchange, Finance, Financial Modeling, Risk Modeling, Probability, Risk Management, Probability Distribution, Model Optimization

    4.7 stars, 330 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (330) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    ESSEC Business School

    International and Cross-Cultural Negotiation

    Skills you'll gain: Communication Strategies, Cultural Sensitivity, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Verbal Communication Skills, Cultural Responsiveness, Interpersonal Communications, Relationship Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Culture, Diversity Awareness, Negotiation, International Relations, Rapport Building, Diplomacy

    4.7 stars, 679 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Presentations: Speaking so that People Listen

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Expression, Presentations, Public Speaking, Lecturing, Non-Verbal Communication, Peer Review, Constructive Feedback, Communication Strategies, Organizational Skills, Planning

    4.5 stars, 399 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Homeland Security and Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Management Framework, Infrastructure Security, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Public Safety and National Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Operations, Security Management, Cyber Governance, Continuous Monitoring, Incident Response, Technology Roadmaps, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Network Infrastructure, Technology Solutions, Transportation Operations, Computer Security

    4.7 stars, 634 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (634) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Duke University

    ART of the MOOC: Public Art and Pedagogy

    Skills you'll gain: Interactive Learning, Peer Review, Pedagogy, Art History, Public History, Digital pedagogy, Social Sciences, Aesthetics, Community Organizing, Community Outreach, Education and Training, Social Justice, Creativity, Political Sciences, Higher Education, Community Development, Social Impact, Media and Communications, Team Collaboration

    4.7 stars, 131 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    The University of Melbourne

    Sexing the Canvas: Art and Gender

    Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Art History, Culture, Diversity Awareness, Sociology, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Liberal Arts, Visual Storytelling, World History

    4.6 stars, 433 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular american history courses

  • Docker Registries and Image Distribution: LearnKartS
  • Visual Perception and the Brain: Duke University
  • Advertising and Society: Duke University
  • Psychology of Disorders Related to Trauma, Anxiety, & Stress: American Psychological Association
  • Medical Billing and Coding Essentials: MedCerts
  • Mind Control: Managing Your Mental Health During COVID-19: University of Toronto
  • Introduction to Financial Engineering and Risk Management: Columbia University
  • International and Cross-Cultural Negotiation: ESSEC Business School
  • Presentations: Speaking so that People Listen: University of California, Irvine
  • Homeland Security and Cybersecurity: University of Colorado System

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