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Basic Statistics Courses

Basic Statistics courses can help you learn data collection methods, descriptive statistics, probability distributions, and hypothesis testing. You can build skills in interpreting data sets, conducting surveys, and performing regression analysis. Many courses introduce tools like Excel, R, and Python, that support analyzing data and visualizing results. By applying these skills and tools, you can effectively communicate findings and make informed decisions based on statistical evidence.


Popular Basic Statistics Courses and Certifications


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    University of Houston

    Preparing for the AP Physics 1 Exam

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Basic Electrical Systems, Physics, Vibrations, Physical Science, Trigonometry, Mathematical Modeling

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Whizlabs

    Manage Identities and Governance in Azure

    Skills you'll gain: Azure Active Directory, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Microsoft Azure, Single Sign-On (SSO), Active Directory, Cloud Management, Identity and Access Management, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Multi-Factor Authentication, User Provisioning, Data Governance, Cloud Services, User Accounts, Security Controls, Virtual Machines, Self Service Technologies, Scalability

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of New Mexico

    Curanderismo: Traditional Healing of the Body

    Skills you'll gain: Geriatrics, Orthopedics, Child Health, Physical Therapy, Manual Therapy, Maternal Health, Preventative Care, Health Care, Patient Treatment, Infant Care, Pain Management, Cultural Sensitivity, Anatomy

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    Operations Research (3): Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Network Model, Case Studies, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Machine Learning, Transportation Operations, Operations, Operational Analysis, Operations Management, Business Analytics, Process Optimization, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Machine Learning Algorithms, Resource Allocation, Engineering Analysis, Calculus, Algorithms

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    95 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Azure for AI and Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Microsoft Azure, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Application Deployment, Data Pipelines, Cloud Computing, Software Versioning, CI/CD, Continuous Monitoring, Debugging, Data Storage, Scalability, Data Quality

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    SQL for Data Science (and Version Control with GitHub)

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Database Design, Database Management, Data Analysis, Database Architecture and Administration, Relational Databases, Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Data Manipulation, Query Languages, Analytics, GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Performance Tuning, Data Integrity

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    The Mathematics of Democracy, Politics and Manipulation

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Public Policies, Game Theory, Demography, Logical Reasoning, Applied Mathematics

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SAS

    Data Analysis and Reporting in SAS Visual Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Trend Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, SAS (Software), Analysis, Analytics, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Business Reporting, Graphing, Statistical Programming

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    362 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    École Polytechnique

    Optique non-linéaire

    Skills you'll gain: Numerical Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Software, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Laboratory Research, Physics

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Social Science Approaches to the Study of Chinese Society Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Science and Research, Research Design, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Research, Research Methodologies, Sociology, Political Sciences, Experimentation, Anthropology, Economics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Digital Health Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Health Technology, Telehealth, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Care, Medical Terminology, Health Policy, Health Informatics, Health Disparities, Entrepreneurship, Payment Systems, Social Determinants Of Health, Value-Based Care, Innovation, Data-Driven Decision-Making

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Generative AI-Powered Solutions for Modern Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Documentation, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Resource Utilization, Patient Flow, Lean Methodologies, Operational Efficiency, Data Ethics, Health Care Administration, Operations Management, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Informed Consent, Clinical Research Ethics, Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement Process, Medical Privacy, Healthcare Ethics, Generative AI Agents, Telehealth, Health Informatics

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular basic statistics courses

  • Preparing for the AP Physics 1 Exam: University of Houston
  • Manage Identities and Governance in Azure: Whizlabs
  • Curanderismo: Traditional Healing of the Body: University of New Mexico
  • Operations Research (3): Theory: National Taiwan University
  • Microsoft Azure for AI and Machine Learning: Microsoft
  • SQL for Data Science (and Version Control with GitHub): Coursera
  • The Mathematics of Democracy, Politics and Manipulation: Johns Hopkins University
  • Data Analysis and Reporting in SAS Visual Analytics: SAS
  • Optique non-linéaire: École Polytechnique
  • Social Science Approaches to the Study of Chinese Society Part 1: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

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