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Adult Education Courses

Courses in adult education can help you learn instructional design, assessment strategies, and effective facilitation techniques. You can build skills in creating engaging learning experiences, understanding diverse learner needs, and applying various teaching methodologies. Many courses introduce tools like learning management systems, assessment software, and collaborative platforms that enhance the educational experience and support ongoing learner engagement.

Popular Adult Education Courses and Certifications


  • D

    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Apprendre comment apprendre (ACA) : Des outils mentaux puissants qui vous aideront à maîtriser des sujets difficiles

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Lifelong Learning, Problem Solving, Self-Awareness, Overcoming Obstacles, Growth Mindedness, Mental Concentration, Habit Formation

    4.8 stars, 710 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (710) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Leading with Impact: Psychology, Diversity, and Change

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Workplace inclusivity, Emotional Intelligence, Diversity Training, Team Performance Management, Change Management, Team Motivation, Diversity and Inclusion, Team Building, Resilience, Business Transformation, Intercultural Competence, Conflict Management, Team Leadership, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Management Training And Development, Leadership, Communication

    4.8 stars, 519 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (519) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Strategic Career Growth with Copilot

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, AI Workflows, Workflow Management, AI Enablement, AI literacy, Microsoft 365, Data Ethics, Professional Development, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Business Metrics, Thought Leadership, Performance Measurement, Performance Management, Trustworthiness, Influencing, Portfolio Management, Storytelling, Verification And Validation, Productivity

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change

    Skills you'll gain: Social Work, Community and Social Work, Social Justice, Social and Human Services, Cultural Responsiveness, Social Impact, Advocacy, Community Organizing, Cultural Sensitivity, Diversity Awareness, Research, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Systems Thinking, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.8 stars, 449 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (449) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • P

    Pearson

    Understanding Business Models

    Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Feasibility Studies, Entrepreneurship, Business Strategy, Strategic Partnership, Strategic Thinking, Marketing Channel, Business Architecture, New Business Development, Business Analysis, Revenue Management, Business Operations, Value Propositions

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    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
  • A

    Arm

    Teaching AI on the Edge

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Open Source Technology, Data Ethics, Model Optimization, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Model Evaluation, Model Deployment, Digital pedagogy, Data Security

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Pearson

    Generating and Testing Ideas

    Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Ideation, Creative Thinking, Feasibility Studies, Entrepreneurship, New Product Development, Mentorship, Market Opportunities, Creativity, Innovation, New Business Development, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Critical Thinking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Geneva

    Développement psychologique de l'enfant

    Skills you'll gain: Child Development, Infant Care, Childhood Education and Development, Self-Awareness, Child Welfare, Human Development, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Parent Communication, Working With Children, Self-Discipline, Psychology, Social Skills, Empathy, Recognizing Others, Creativity

    4.9 stars, 812 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (812) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Pearson

    Prenatal Development and Infancy

    Skills you'll gain: Childbirth, Maternal Health, Child Health, Prenatal Care, Child Development, Human Development, Infant Care, Postpartum Care, Childhood Education and Development, Sensory Systems Analysis, Mental and Behavioral Health

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Developing Innovative Ideas for New Companies: The First Step in Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, New Product Development, Business Strategies, Value Propositions, Brainstorming, Competitive Analysis, Business Modeling, Product Development, Customer Analysis, Customer Insights, Needs Assessment, Market Dynamics

    4.7 stars, 1.5K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (1.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Virginia

    Design Thinking for the Greater Good: Innovation in the Social Sector

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Journey Mapping, Stakeholder Engagement, Innovation, Prototyping, Stakeholder Analysis, Brainstorming, Storytelling, Human Centered Design, Social Impact, Ideation, Creativity, Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving, Patient-centered Care, Data Visualization

    4.7 stars, 425 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular adult education courses

  • Apprendre comment apprendre (ACA) : Des outils mentaux puissants qui vous aideront à maîtriser des sujets difficiles: Deep Teaching Solutions
  • Leading with Impact: Psychology, Diversity, and Change: Coursera
  • Strategic Career Growth with Copilot: Microsoft
  • Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change: University of Michigan
  • Understanding Business Models: Pearson
  • Medical Billing and Coding Essentials: MedCerts
  • Teaching AI on the Edge: Arm
  • Generating and Testing Ideas: Pearson
  • Développement psychologique de l'enfant: University of Geneva
  • Prenatal Development and Infancy: Pearson

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