Data security courses can help you learn encryption techniques, risk assessment strategies, incident response planning, and compliance regulations. You can build skills in vulnerability management, threat detection, and secure coding practices. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and data loss prevention software, demonstrating how these skills are applied to protect sensitive information and maintain system integrity.

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Software Development, Development Environment, Software Documentation, Data Validation, Javascript, Debugging, Maintainability, Data Structures, Software Design, Computer Programming, Data Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Incident Response, ChatGPT, Generative AI, AI Enablement, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Prompt Engineering, Cybersecurity, Scenario Testing, Hardening, Complex Problem Solving, Discussion Facilitation, Decision Making, Performance Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Software Design Patterns, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Software Architecture, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Model View Controller, Data Structures
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana
Skills you'll gain: Vocabulary, Literacy, English Language, Grammar, Data Analysis, Graphing, Writing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Mathematical Modeling, System Requirements, Functional Requirement, Theoretical Computer Science, Verification And Validation, Control Systems, Network Model, Systems Analysis, Automation, Mechanical Engineering, Real-Time Operating Systems, Agentic systems, Differential Equations, Safety Assurance, Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, Linear Algebra, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Software Design Documents, System Design and Implementation, Internet Of Things, Technical Documentation, Technical Communication, Mobile Development, Test Case, System Testing, Software Development, Wireless Networks, Embedded Systems, Systems Integration
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Logo Design, Video Editing, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Content Creation, Design, User Accounts, Digital Marketing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Student Engagement, Course Development, Teaching, Interactive Learning, Instructional Strategies, Education Software and Technology, Content Performance Analysis, Data Collection
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

EDUCBA
Skills you'll gain: Performance Tuning, Microsoft Azure, Database Administration, Scalability, Relational Databases, Microsoft SQL Servers, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Management, Database Systems, Operational Databases, Data Migration, Transact-SQL, Stored Procedure, Cloud Security, Cloud Deployment, Disaster Recovery, Virtual Machines
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Excel Macros, Data Visualization, Google Docs, Productivity Software, Data Analysis Software, Data Validation, Data Import/Export, Business Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Azure, OpenAI API, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, OpenAI, Model Deployment, Risk Management Framework, Embeddings, Application Deployment, Application Programming Interface (API), Python Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Project Management Software, Spreadsheet Software, Organizational Skills, Dashboard, Data Entry, Prioritization
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours