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Special Education Courses

Special Education courses can help you learn individualized education plans (IEPs), behavior management strategies, inclusive classroom practices, and assessment techniques tailored for diverse learners. You can build skills in adapting curriculum, fostering communication with families, and implementing interventions that support students with varying needs. Many courses introduce tools like assistive technology, data tracking software, and collaborative platforms that enhance teaching effectiveness and promote student engagement.

Popular Special Education Courses and Certifications


  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    International Travel Preparation, Safety, & Wellness

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Cultural Sensitivity, Healthcare Ethics, Cultural Diversity, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Stress Management, Preventative Care, Injury Prevention, Occupational Health, Public Health, Health And Safety Standards, Safety and Security, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Adaptability, Infectious Diseases, Emergency Response, Mental Health, Planning

    4.7
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    465 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    E

    ESSEC Business School

    L'avenir de la décision : connaître et agir en complexité

    Skills you'll gain: Complex Problem Solving, Decision Making, Systems Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, International Relations, Forecasting, Social Sciences, Education and Training, Organizational Structure, Organizational Change, Human Learning, Organizational Effectiveness, Knowledge Transfer, Sociology, Informatics, Human Development, Economic Development, Psychology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    387 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    S

    Stanford University

    Introduction to Food and Our Environment

    Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Sustainable Development, Nutrition and Diet, Sustainable Systems, Environment, Nutrition Education, Sustainability Standards, Sustainable Technologies, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Issue, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Science, Emerging Technologies, Innovation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    180 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    U

    University of Michigan

    Leading People and Teams Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Leadership, Leadership Development, Organizational Leadership, Consolidation, Professional Development, Team Building, Recruitment, Team Management, Lifelong Learning, Talent Management, Coaching

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    600 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Hiring Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Talent Recruitment, Interviewing Skills, Full Cycle Recruitment, Recruitment, Recruitment Strategies, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resources, Talent Management, Human Resource Strategy, Executive Recruitment, Employee Onboarding, Workforce Planning, Employee Retention, Diversity and Inclusion, New Hire Orientations, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Leadership

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    181 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    P

    Peking University

    Management Communication 管理沟通

    Skills you'll gain: Communication Strategies, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication, Strategic Communication, Team Building, Business Communication, Team Management, Internal Communications, Interviewing Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Negotiation, Public Speaking, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    181 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Diseño de instrucción por enfoque de Grandes Ideas

    Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Learning Management Systems, digital literacy, User Centered Design, Requirements Analysis, Quality Assurance, Virtual Environment

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    161 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    U

    University of Geneva

    Cultures et pédagogies

    Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Education and Training, Formal Learning, Teaching, Environmental Issue, Cultural Responsiveness, Human Learning, Cultural Diversity, Sustainable Development, Intercultural Competence, Social Justice, Culture, Student-Centred Learning, Community Development

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    49 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Personalized Nutrition, Policy, and Food Regulations

    Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Health Disparities, Nutrition and Diet, Good Manufacturing Practices, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Nutrition Education, AI Personalization, Food Safety and Sanitation, Policy Development, Clinical Nutrition, Regulatory Affairs, Public Health, Regulatory Compliance, Health Policy, Health Informatics, Advocacy, Health Assessment, Health Technology, Microbiology, International Relations

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    63 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    U

    University of Michigan

    Liderazgo de equipos

    Skills you'll gain: Team Leadership, Team Management, Team Building, Team Performance Management, Teamwork, Conflict Management, Team Motivation, Trustworthiness, Decision Making, Team Collaboration, Strategic Decision-Making, Rapport Building, People Management, Goal Setting, Leadership, Professional Development, Performance Management, Performance Analysis, Lifelong Learning, Knowledge Transfer

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    211 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    U

    Universiteit Leiden

    Clinical Kidney, Pancreas and Islet Transplantation

    Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Nephrology, Surgery, Perioperative Care, Medical Practices and Procedures, Patient Preparation, Chronic Diseases, Long Term Care, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Patient Evaluation, Acute Care, Patient Treatment, Pharmacology, Diagnostic Tests, Infectious Diseases, Pharmacotherapy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    373 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Animals and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Social Sciences, Sociology, Anthropology, Social Justice, Healthcare Ethics, Environment, Human Relations Movement, Laboratory Research, Child Welfare, Behavioral Health, Mental Health, General Science and Research, Media and Communications, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Health Care, Food and Beverage, Social Impact, Rehabilitation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    217 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • International Travel Preparation, Safety, & Wellness: Johns Hopkins University
  • L'avenir de la décision : connaître et agir en complexité: ESSEC Business School
  • Introduction to Food and Our Environment: Stanford University
  • Leading People and Teams Capstone: University of Michigan
  • Hiring Practices: University of California, Irvine
  • Management Communication 管理沟通: Peking University
  • Diseño de instrucción por enfoque de Grandes Ideas: Universidad de los Andes
  • Cultures et pédagogies: University of Geneva
  • Personalized Nutrition, Policy, and Food Regulations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Liderazgo de equipos: University of Michigan

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