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Creative Thinking Courses

Creative thinking courses can help you learn brainstorming techniques, problem-solving strategies, and innovative design principles. You can build skills in idea generation, critical analysis, and collaborative creativity. Many courses introduce tools like mind mapping software, design thinking frameworks, and creativity exercises that facilitate the application of these skills in various contexts.


Popular Creative Thinking Courses and Certifications


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    Adobe

    Generative AI for Creative Workflows

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Firefly, Adobe Express, Ideation, Adobe Acrobat, Presentations, Generative AI, Content Creation, Creative Thinking, Adobe Photoshop, Creativity, Prompt Engineering, Adobe Illustrator, Storytelling, Visual Design, Graphic Design, Design, Branding, Artificial Intelligence, Communication, Digital Marketing

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Thinking About Care

    Skills you'll gain: Caregiving, Long Term Care, Dignity in Care, Care Management, Health Care, Surveys, Health Policy, Socioeconomics, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Policy Analysis, Diversity Awareness, Social Work, Economics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Algorithmic Thinking (Part 1)

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Data Analysis, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Network Analysis, Analysis, Programming Principles, Python Programming

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Creative Designing in Power BI

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Power BI, Data Presentation, Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Report Writing, Multimedia, Data Analysis, Creative Design, Management Reporting, Data Mapping, Data Security, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Target Audience

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    التفكير الناقد | Critical Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Overcoming Obstacles, Analytical Skills, Creative Thinking, Problem Solving, Learning Strategies, Cognitive flexibility, Decision Making, Open Mindset, Self-Motivation, Adaptability

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Algorithmic Thinking (Part 2)

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Bioinformatics, Data Structures, Big Data, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Unsupervised Learning, Analysis

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    iOS Development for Creative Entrepreneurs

    Skills you'll gain: Swift Programming, Objective-C (Programming Language), iOS Development, Core Data (Software), Apple iOS, Video Game Development, Game Design, Model View Controller, JSON, User Interface (UI) Design, UI Components, Mobile Development, OAuth, Responsive Web Design, Prototyping, Animation and Game Design, Apple Xcode, Human Computer Interaction, UI/UX Strategy, Usability Testing

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    AI CERTs

    AI Foundations & Design Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Responsible AI, Design, User Experience Design, Creative Design, Persona (User Experience), Design and Product, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, UI/UX Strategy, Innovation, Machine Learning

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Adobe

    Generative AI in Adobe Creative Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Photo Editing, Adobe Illustrator, Color Theory, Adobe Express, Adobe Photoshop, Responsible AI, Typography, Generative AI, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Photography, Adobe Creative Cloud, Design Elements And Principles, Layout Design, Creative Design, Logo Design, Digital Design, Branding, Storytelling

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Skillshare

    Street Photography: Foundations & Creative Mindsets

    Skills you'll gain: Photography, Photo Editing, Creativity, Creative Thinking, Storytelling, Aesthetics, Self-Awareness, Curiosity, Patience, Adaptability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Glasgow

    Computational Thinking with JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, JSON, Application Deployment, Data Structures, Javascript, Application Development, Analytics, HTML and CSS, Data Analysis, Code Review, Software Development, Data Visualization Software, Web Development, Web Applications, Scripting, Prototyping, Data Processing, Programming Principles, Unsupervised Learning, Computer Programming

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Creo Incubator

    Critical Thinking for Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Analytical Skills, Analysis, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Curiosity, Complex Problem Solving, Research, Strategic Decision-Making, Open Mindset

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular creative thinking courses

  • Generative AI for Creative Workflows: Adobe
  • Thinking About Care: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Algorithmic Thinking (Part 1): Rice University
  • Creative Designing in Power BI : Microsoft
  • التفكير الناقد | Critical Thinking: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Algorithmic Thinking (Part 2): Rice University
  • iOS Development for Creative Entrepreneurs: University of California, Irvine
  • AI Foundations & Design Thinking: AI CERTs
  • Generative AI in Adobe Creative Cloud: Adobe
  • Street Photography: Foundations & Creative Mindsets : Skillshare

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