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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


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    University of Geneva

    Troubles du spectre de l'autisme : diagnostic

    Skills you'll gain: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Diagnostic Tests, Patient Evaluation, Family Support, Patient Education And Counseling, Parent Communication, Communication Disorders, Psychological Evaluations, Psychiatric Assessments, Clinical Assessment, Developmental Disabilities, Pediatrics, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Infant Care, Disabilities, Child Development

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    The State University of New York

    Job Success: Get Hired or Promoted in 3 Steps

    Skills you'll gain: Web Presence, Social Media Content, Infographics, Social Media, Oral Expression, Professional Development, Concision, Social Media Strategy, Recruitment, Professionalism, Writing, Data Visualization, Branding

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    Michigan State University

    Developing An Entrepreneurial Mindset: First Step Towards Success

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Self-Starter, Market Opportunities, Lean Methodologies, Open Mindset, Growth Mindedness, New Business Development, Business Development, Personal Attributes, Personal Development, Decision Making, Action Oriented, Overcoming Obstacles, Business

    4.5
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Generative AI as a Learning Design Partner

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI Personalization, Responsible AI, AI powered creativity, Prompt Engineering, Education Software and Technology, Course Development, ChatGPT, AI literacy, Instructional Design, LLM Application, Curriculum Planning, AI Integrations, Brainstorming, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Design Strategies, Content Creation, Emerging Technologies, Professional Development

    4.7
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Stanford University

    AI in Healthcare Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Health Informatics, Model Evaluation, Clinical Data Management, Healthcare Ethics, Model Training, Responsible AI, Model Optimization, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Collection, Applied Machine Learning, Health Information Management, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Data Ethics, Machine Learning Software, Machine Learning, Patient-centered Care, Artificial Intelligence, Fine-tuning, Performance Tuning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    325 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of New Mexico

    International Business I

    Skills you'll gain: International Finance, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, International Relations, Social Studies, Political Sciences, Economic Development, Culture, Global Marketing, Socioeconomics, Cultural Diversity, World History, Intercultural Competence, Business Economics, Cultural Sensitivity, Economics, Business, Financial Market

    4.7
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Virginia

    Ethical Leadership Through Giving Voice to Values

    Skills you'll gain: Courage, Leadership Development, Professional Development, Business Ethics, Organizational Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Personal Integrity, Employee Coaching, Business Leadership, Overcoming Objections, Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Empowerment, Self-Awareness, Conflict Management, Personal Development, Decision Making, Advocacy, Oral Expression, Program Implementation

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SkillUp

    S.A.F.E. Mortgage Licensing Act – Regulation H (State)

    Skills you'll gain: Loan Origination, Mortgage Loans, Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Reporting, Legal Risk, Compliance Management, General Lending, Regulatory Requirements, Compliance Training, Bank Regulations, Consumer Lending, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Registration, Financial Regulation, Financial Regulations

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    Duke University

    Financial Management

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Return On Investment, Risk Management, Balance Sheet, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Receivable, Inventory Control, Business Risk Management, Credit Risk, Income Statement, Financial Acumen, Risk Mitigation, Operational Risk, Resource Allocation, Financial Analysis, Cash Flows, Strategic Decision-Making, Operational Efficiency, Stakeholder Communications

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Teacher's Social and Emotional Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Teaching, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Pedagogy, Compassion, Empathy, Tenacity, Personal Development, Persistence, Relationship Building

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of New Mexico

    Curanderismo: Traditional Healing Using Plants

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Cultural Diversity, Preventative Care, Neurology, Health Education, Medical Practices and Procedures, Community Health, Pain Management, Nutrition and Diet, Mental Health

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The George Washington University

    Leading Healthcare Quality and Safety

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Clinical Leadership, Health Technology, Health Informatics, Health Care Administration, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Safety Assurance, Health Policy, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Care, Healthcare Ethics, Job Safety Analysis, Organizational Change, Change Management, Systems Of Measurement

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Troubles du spectre de l'autisme : diagnostic: University of Geneva
  • Job Success: Get Hired or Promoted in 3 Steps: The State University of New York
  • Developing An Entrepreneurial Mindset: First Step Towards Success: Michigan State University
  • Generative AI as a Learning Design Partner: University of Michigan
  • AI in Healthcare Capstone: Stanford University
  • International Business I: University of New Mexico
  • Ethical Leadership Through Giving Voice to Values: University of Virginia
  • S.A.F.E. Mortgage Licensing Act – Regulation H (State): SkillUp
  • Financial Management: Duke University
  • The Teacher's Social and Emotional Learning: University of Colorado Boulder

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