IT courses can help you learn programming languages like Python and Java, database management, networking fundamentals, and cybersecurity principles. You can build skills in troubleshooting, system administration, and software development methodologies. Many courses introduce tools such as Git for version control, SQL for database queries, and cloud platforms like AWS or Azure, showing how these skills are applied in real-world IT environments.

Skills you'll gain: COBOL (Programming Language), CI/CD, File I/O, Debugging, Continuous Integration, Software Development, Mainframe Computing, Continuous Deployment, Development Environment, Program Development, Mainframe Technologies, Integrated Development Environments, Programming Principles, File Management, Computer Programming, Computational Logic, Business Logic, Computer Programming Tools, Data Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Help Desk Support, System Configuration, Computer Hardware, Networking Hardware, Hardware Troubleshooting, Technical Support and Services, Technical Support, Peripheral Devices, System Support, Desktop Support, General Networking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Childhood Education and Development, Education Software and Technology, Education and Training, Human Learning, Child Development, School Psychology, Pedagogy, Human Development, Digital pedagogy, Psychological Evaluations, Learning Theory, Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, Social Sciences
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Infosec
Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Incident Response, Information Systems Security, Threat Modeling, Security Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Network Security, IT Security Architecture, Threat Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Controls, Identity and Access Management, Cryptography, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Policies, Data Security, Computer Security, Risk Management
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months
Sapienza University of Rome
Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Public History, Political Sciences, European History, Social Studies, World History, Research, Investigation, Culture, Governance, Scientific Methods, Storytelling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Programs, Environment, Climate Change Adaptation, Hydrology, Environmental Issue, Physical Science, Water Resources, Environmental Science, Science and Research
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Network Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Command-Line Interface, Cryptography, Cyber Security Strategy, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Application Security, Secure Coding, Cybersecurity, IT Security Architecture, Encryption, Information Systems Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Attacks, Risk Management Framework, Multi-Factor Authentication, Cloud Security, Penetration Testing, Risk Management
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Methods, Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Inference, Business Analytics, Microsoft Excel, Model Evaluation, Estimation, Data Analysis, Analytics, Data Transformation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Project Controls, Project Documentation, Business Analysis Tools, Stakeholder Communications, Project Coordination, Requirements Management, Earned Value Management, Project Performance, Team Oriented, Plan Execution, Risk Management, Acceptance Testing, Product Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Leadership Studies, Kanban Principles, Waterfall Methodology, Team Leadership, Communication Planning
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University at Buffalo
Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Governance, Leadership and Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Leadership Studies, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Structure, Leadership, Case Studies, Decision Making
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Multi-Factor Authentication, Authentications, Information Systems Security, Desktop Support, Cyber Security Policies, Network Security, Technical Support and Services, Application Security, Data Security, Information Privacy, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cyber Security Strategy, Servers, Server Side, Cloud Computing, Network Performance Management, Remote Access Systems
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Social Media Content, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media Marketing, Brand Marketing, Brand Awareness, Digital Brand Strategy, Digital Marketing Tools, Branding, Social Media Management, Digital Marketing, Brand Strategy, Marketing Design, Marketing, Web Presence, Brand Management, Marketing Materials, Web Design and Development
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours