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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


  • U

    University of Houston

    Value-Based Care: Managing Processes to Improve Outcomes

    Skills you'll gain: Value-Based Care, Medical Management, Preventative Care, Care Management, Medical Office Procedures, Practice Management, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Case Management, Utilization Management, Interoperability, Primary Care, Health Informatics, Patient-centered Care, Chronic Diseases, Community Health, Public Health, Data Management, Health Education

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

    Status: Free Trial
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  • I

    Imperial College London

    Health Coaching Conversations

    Skills you'll gain: Health And Wellness Coaching, Patient Communication, Motivational Interviewing, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Health Promotion, Coaching, Goal Setting, Health Care, Communication, Empowerment, Planning

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

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  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Queering the Schoolhouse: LGBTQ+ Inclusion for Educators

    Skills you'll gain: Curriculum Development, Education and Training, Diversity Training, Workplace inclusivity, Advocacy, Student Support and Services, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Programs, Community Organizing, Lifelong Learning, Cultural Responsiveness, Social Justice

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Project Valuation and the Capital Budgeting Process

    Skills you'll gain: Capital Budgeting, Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Project Risk Management, Risk Management, Project Finance, Financial Analysis, Cash Flows, Business Valuation, Cost Benefit Analysis, Financial Modeling, Return On Investment, Depreciation, Financial Statements, Business Metrics, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel

    ★ 4.8 (247) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Introducción a la estrategia

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Strategy, Governance, Corporate Strategy, Organizational Structure, Business Strategies, Competitive Analysis, Business Management, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Business Ethics, Corporate Sustainability, New Business Development, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Business, Strategic Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Market Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Analysis, Stakeholder Analysis

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • B

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Educación sobre cambio climático: entornos sostenibles

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Programs, Environment, Climate Change Adaptation, Water Resources, Environmental Resource Management, Hydrology, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Health Education, Water Sustainability, Sustainable Systems, Land Management, Environment Health And Safety, Environmental Science, Community Development, Teaching, Natural Resource Management, Education and Training, Interactive Learning, Instructing

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Need for Systems Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Model Based Systems Engineering, Systems Engineering, Requirements Analysis, Test Engineering, Systems Thinking, Systems Architecture, Test Planning, Systems Design, Aerospace Basic Quality System Standards, Systems Analysis, Functional Requirement, Systems Development, Risk Management Framework, System Testing, System Requirements, Verification And Validation, Failure Analysis

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • T

    The University of Edinburgh

    Football: More than a Game

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, International Relations, Finance, Diplomacy, Social Impact, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Justice, World History, Governance, Community Development, Advocacy, Data Analysis, Economic Development, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

    ★ 4.5 (41) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Becoming a Social Entrepreneur: Getting Started

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Entrepreneurship, Systems Thinking, Personal Development, Personal Attributes, Feasibility Studies, Ideation, Social Justice, Problem Solving, Needs Assessment, Self-Awareness, Community Development, Case Studies, Resilience, Overcoming Obstacles

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI for University Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI Enablement, Innovation, AI Integrations, AI powered creativity, Curriculum Development, AI literacy, Responsible AI, Automation, Workforce Development, Business Strategy

    ★ 4.8 (1.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • Q

    Queen Mary University of London

    Stepping Up: Preparing Yourself for Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Leadership Development, Leadership, Executive Presence, Initiative and Leadership, Time Management, Leadership and Management, Influencing, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Conflict Management, Professional Development, Personal Attributes, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Constructive Feedback, Communication, Motivational Skills

    ★ 4.8 (76) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Calidad en la atención clínica

    Skills you'll gain: Patient-centered Care, Patient Safety, Health Care, Care Management, Health Education, Education Software and Technology, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Patient Communication, Collaboration, Professional Development, Lifelong Learning, Team Collaboration, Teamwork, Adaptability

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

    Status: Free Trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular adult education courses

  • Value-Based Care: Managing Processes to Improve Outcomes: University of Houston
  • Health Coaching Conversations: Imperial College London
  • Queering the Schoolhouse: LGBTQ+ Inclusion for Educators: University of Colorado System
  • Project Valuation and the Capital Budgeting Process: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introducción a la estrategia: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Educación sobre cambio climático: entornos sostenibles: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • The Need for Systems Engineering: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Football: More than a Game: The University of Edinburgh
  • Becoming a Social Entrepreneur: Getting Started: University of Michigan
  • Generative AI for University Leaders: Vanderbilt University

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