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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


  • N

    Niel Asher Education

    Strength and Conditioning: Prehab/Rehab Specialist

    Skills you'll gain: Lifting Ability, Mobility Assistance, Train The Trainer, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Safety Training, Injury Prevention, Mechanics, Three-Phase

    ★ 5 (6) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Improve Your English Communication Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentation, Presentations, Oral Expression, Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Sales Presentations, Telephone Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Interviewing Skills, Public Speaking, Professional Development, English Language, Cultural Diversity, Business Communication, Professional Networking, Cultural Sensitivity, Writing, LinkedIn, Web Content, Social Media Content

    ★ 4.7 (27K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • N

    Niel Asher Education

    Sports Massage Therapist

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Physical Therapy, Exercise Science, Patient Education and Support, Injury Prevention, Kinesiology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Health Care, Human Relations Movement

    ★ 5 (6) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • N

    Niel Asher Education

    Sports Massage Principles for Performance and Recovery

    Skills you'll gain: Sports Medicine, Patient Evaluation, Rehabilitation, Clinical Assessment, Treatment Planning, Exercise Therapy, Manual Therapy, Patient Education And Counseling, Pain Management, Patient Treatment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Teach English Now! Foundational Principles

    Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Train The Trainer, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Critical Thinking

    ★ 4.9 (16K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Academic English: Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Grammar, Peer Review, Writing, Editing, Writing and Editing, Organizational Skills, Research, Proofreading, Report Writing, Research Reports, Research Methodologies, Literacy, Critical Thinking, English Language, Planning, Style Guides, Persuasive Communication, Descriptive Statistics

    ★ 4.7 (23K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • W

    Workday

    Workday Financial Management for Business Users

    Skills you'll gain: People Analytics, Accounts Payable and Receivable, Accounts Payable, Workday (Software), Accounts Receivable, Accounting Software, Ledgers (Accounting), Accounting and Finance Software, Financial Data, Dashboard, General Ledger, Accounting, Data Import/Export, Workflow Management, Management Reporting, Workforce Planning, Business Reporting, Business Process, Finance, Data Entry

    ★ 4.6 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI HR Professional

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, LLM Application, HR Tech, Human Resources, Management Training And Development, Employee Performance Management, Performance Review, Professional Development, Policy Development, New Hire Orientations, Communication, Communication Planning, Human Development, Recruitment, Interviewing Skills, Talent Recruitment, Policy Analysis

    ★ 4.8 (8.5K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Psychological First Aid

    Skills you'll gain: Triage, Crisis Intervention, Active Listening, Stress First Aid, Rapport Building, De-escalation Techniques, Psychosocial Assessments, Emergency Response, Trauma Care, First Aid, Mental and Behavioral Health, Personal Care, Mitigation, Mental Health, Caregiving, Stress Management, Patient Referral, Patient Evaluation, Clinical Assessment

    ★ 4.8 (20K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Successful Negotiation: Essential Strategies and Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Contract Negotiation, Negotiation, Price Negotiation, Mediation, Arbitration, Communication, Business Communication, Intercultural Competence, Conflict Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Cultural Sensitivity, Influencing, Business Ethics, Decision Making, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Planning, Constructive Feedback, Analysis

    ★ 4.8 (20K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Bestseller
    Bestseller
  • A

    Arizona State University

    TESOL Certificate, Part 1: Teach English Now!

    Skills you'll gain: Course Development, Digital pedagogy, Train The Trainer, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Design Elements And Principles, English Language, Design Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills, Language Learning, Public Speaking, Critical Thinking

    ★ 4.9 (20K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Career Success

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Goal Setting, Negotiation, Time Management, Business Planning, Creative Thinking, Project Controls, Feasibility Studies, Cash Management, Entrepreneurship, Team Leadership, Business Correspondence, Report Writing, Financial Statement Analysis, Project Planning, Team Performance Management, Cost Control, Concision, Project Management, Communication

    ★ 4.6 (46K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Strength and Conditioning: Prehab/Rehab Specialist: Niel Asher Education
  • Improve Your English Communication Skills: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Sports Massage Therapist: Niel Asher Education
  • Sports Massage Principles for Performance and Recovery: Niel Asher Education
  • Teach English Now! Foundational Principles: Arizona State University
  • Academic English: Writing: University of California, Irvine
  • Workday Financial Management for Business Users: Workday
  • Generative AI HR Professional: Vanderbilt University
  • Psychological First Aid: Johns Hopkins University
  • Successful Negotiation: Essential Strategies and Skills: University of Michigan

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