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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


  • B

    Berklee

    Music Business

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Entrepreneurship, Music History, Contract Negotiation, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Creativity, Team Building, Creative Problem-Solving, Creative Thinking, Presentations, Innovation, Lawsuits, Court Systems, Music, Brand Strategy, Branding, Project Planning, Performing Arts, Business, Social Media

    ★ 4.8 (3.4K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • U

    University of Amsterdam

    Quantitative Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Research Design, Sampling (Statistics), Science and Research, Research, Research Methodologies, Surveys, Quantitative Research, Data Collection, Social Sciences, Survey Creation, Experimentation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Correlation Analysis

    ★ 4.7 (2.4K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • U

    University of Geneva

    International Organizations Management

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Leadership and Management, Strategic Partnership, Marketing, Organizational Leadership, Fundraising, Business Management, Leadership, Governance, Organizational Structure, World History, Branding

    ★ 4.8 (2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • A

    Arizona State University

    English for Culture and Art

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Oral Comprehension, Grammar, English Language, Language Learning, Vocabulary, Literacy, Video Production, Writing, Art History, Blogs, Content Creation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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  • S

    Sage Publications

    Music Management, Marketing and PR

    Skills you'll gain: Public Relations, Marketing and Public Relations, Media Relations, Marketing Management, Marketing, Music, Marketing Materials, Event Management, Marketing Planning, Branding, Event Marketing, Social Media Management, Brand Management, Promotional Strategies, Fiscal Management, Marketing Budgets, Business Marketing, Revenue Management, Financial Planning, Music History

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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  • U

    University of Toronto

    Plant Bioinformatic Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Network Analysis, Laboratory Reports, Molecular Biology, Research Reports, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, R (Software), Correlation Analysis, Informatics, Data Visualization Software, Biotechnology, Scientific Visualization, Network Model, Data Analysis Software, Data Synthesis, Life Sciences, Data Analysis, Microbiology, Analysis

    ★ 4.7 (2.1K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    People Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: People Analytics, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources Management and Planning, People Management, Human Resources, Workforce Planning, Talent Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Performance Metric, Workforce Management, Analytics, Performance Appraisal, Staff Management, Performance Measurement, Employee Performance Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Performance Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Performance Management, Collaboration

    ★ 4.6 (6.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • W

    Wesleyan University

    Abnormal Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Motivational Interviewing, Psychological Evaluations, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health Therapies, Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychiatry, Psychotherapy, Clinical Psychology, Behavior Management, Psychosocial Assessments, Cultural Responsiveness, Mental Health, Diversity Awareness, Behavioral Management, Health Promotion, Psychology, Experimentation, Goal Setting

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • B

    Berklee

    The Business of Music Production

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Music History, Contract Negotiation, Music, Musical Composition, Peer Review, Lawsuits, Court Systems, Litigation and Civil Justice, Contract Review, Registration, Negotiation, Media Production, Instrumental Music, Automation, Post-Production, Legal Risk, Entrepreneurship, File Management, Business

    ★ 4.8 (5.4K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • S

    Sapienza University of Rome

    At the Origins of the Mediterranean Civilization: Archaeology of the City from the Levant to the West - 3rd-1st millennium BC

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Social Studies, World History, Art History, Social Sciences, Anthropology, Public History, European History, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Research, Scientific Methods

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

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    Universiteit Leiden

    The Cosmopolitan Medieval Arabic World

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, European History, Social Studies, Economic Development, Social Sciences, Economics, Sociology, Liberal Arts, Research, Science and Research

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

    Category: Preview
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  • M

    MedCerts

    Medical Office Procedures and Administration Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Medical Records, Healthcare Ethics, Medical Office Procedures, Electronic Medical Record System, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Conflict Management, Health Information Management, Patient Communication, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Electronic Medical Record, Patient Coordination, Cultural Responsiveness, Intercultural Competence, Patient Registration, Medical History Documentation, Care Coordination, Patient-centered Care, Cultural Diversity, Professionalism

    ★ 4.8 (1.1K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular american history courses

  • Music Business: Berklee
  • Quantitative Methods: University of Amsterdam
  • International Organizations Management: University of Geneva
  • English for Culture and Art: Arizona State University
  • Music Management, Marketing and PR: Sage Publications
  • Plant Bioinformatic Methods: University of Toronto
  • People Analytics: University of Pennsylvania
  • Abnormal Psychology: Wesleyan University
  • The Business of Music Production: Berklee
  • At the Origins of the Mediterranean Civilization: Archaeology of the City from the Levant to the West - 3rd-1st millennium BC: Sapienza University of Rome

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