Animal courses can help you learn animal behavior, anatomy, conservation strategies, and veterinary practices. You can build skills in species identification, animal welfare assessment, and ecological research methods. Many courses introduce tools like wildlife tracking software, veterinary diagnostic equipment, and data analysis programs that support research and practical applications in animal care and conservation efforts.

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Mediation, Conflict Management, Negotiation, Communication Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills, Verbal Strategic Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Strategic Communication, Cooperation, De-escalation Techniques, Leadership, Discussion Facilitation, Problem Solving
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

American Museum of Natural History
Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Environment, Taxonomy, Laboratory Research, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Timelines, Research, Laboratory Experience
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Environmental Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Social Studies, Economics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Computer Graphics, 3D Assets, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphic Techniques, Creativity, System Configuration
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Food and Beverage, Nutrition and Diet, Food Safety and Sanitation, Infection Control, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Physiology, Preventative Care, Sustainable Systems, Immunology, Microbiology, Caregiving, Environment and Resource Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
National Taiwan University
Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Cooking, Sustainable Development, Socioeconomics, Culture, Nutrition and Diet, Innovation, Food Safety and Sanitation, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Science, Biology, Pharmaceuticals, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Regulation and Legal Compliance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Writing and Editing, Editing, Writing, Organizational Skills, Productivity, Time Management, Storytelling, Content Creation, Lifelong Learning, Creativity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Public Health and Disease Prevention, Nutrition and Diet, Preventative Care, Nutrition Care Plans, Injury Prevention, Vital Signs, Safety Assurance, Nutrition Education, Environment Health And Safety, Athletic Training, Sports Medicine, Physiology, Accident Prevention, Cleanliness, Behavior Management, Emergency Response, Psychology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Pennsylvania State University
Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Nutrition and Diet, Sustainable Development, Manufacturing and Production, Market Dynamics, Business Economics, Biotechnology, Production Management, Land Management, Environmental Management Systems, Preventative Care, Climate Change Mitigation, Infection Control, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Nutritional Assessment, Nutrition and Diet, Dietetics, Nutrition Care Plans, Immunology
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Princeton University
Skills you'll gain: World History, Culture, Social Justice, Social Sciences, International Relations, Sociology, Social Impact, Political Sciences, Psychology, Economics, Public Safety and National Security
Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, Case Studies, Environment and Resource Management, Environment, Mitigation, Environmental Issue, Risk Analysis, Biology, Sustainable Development, Community Outreach, Taxonomy, Anthropology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months