Beginner computer courses can help you learn basic operating system navigation, file management, internet browsing, and word processing. You can build skills in spreadsheet creation, email communication, and online research techniques. Many courses introduce tools like Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and various web applications, showing how these skills are applied in everyday tasks and professional settings.

Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, AI Security, Data Ethics, Microsoft Azure, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, LLM Application, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Application Design, Application Development, Model Evaluation, Deep Learning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Computer Networking, Operating System Administration, Package and Software Management, Network Troubleshooting, Version Control, IT Automation, Systems Administration, IT Infrastructure, Network Administration, TCP/IP, Git (Version Control System), Chef (Configuration Management Tool), Network Security, Ruby (Programming Language), File Systems, Computer Hardware, Technical Support, Interviewing Skills, Applicant Tracking Systems
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Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Infosec
Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Cyber Security Policies, Linux Commands, Cyber Security Assessment, Command-Line Interface, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Linux, Risk Management Framework, Operating System Administration, Network Monitoring, Security Management, Operating Systems, Cyber Risk, Cloud Services, Threat Management, General Networking, Windows PowerShell, Cyber Governance, Unix Commands
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology, Scaled Agile Framework, Agile Project Management, Conflict Management, Leadership, Sprint Planning, Scrum (Software Development), Project Planning, Team Building, Software Development Life Cycle, Prioritization, Backlogs, Sprint Retrospectives, Kanban Principles, User Story, Lean Methodologies, Communication, Continuous Improvement Process
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, SQL, Data Transformation, Data Pipelines, Stored Procedure, Query Languages, Data Manipulation, Performance Tuning, Scripting, Database Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, Software Design Patterns, Software Design, Unified Modeling Language, Object Oriented Design, Code Review, Software Architecture, Programming Principles, Maintainability, Java, Application Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Payment Systems, Debugging
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Routing Protocols, Network Routing, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Network Architecture, Network Performance Management, Computer Networking, OSI Models, Local Area Networks, Graph Theory, Algorithms
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Performance Testing, Vector Databases, Performance Tuning, Query Languages, SQL, Application Performance Management, Benchmarking, System Monitoring, Secure Coding
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Case Studies, Canva (Software), Digital Design, Visual Design, Content Creation, Portfolio Management, Target Audience, Design Strategies, Layout Design, Goal Setting, User Experience Design, Graphic and Visual Design
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Debugging, jQuery, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Javascript, Development Environment, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Animations
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Electrical Equipment, Electrical Systems, Architectural Drawing, Electrical Wiring, Electrical Power, AutoCAD, Blueprint Reading, Basic Electrical Systems, Engineering Calculations, Estimation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks