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Career Development Courses

Career development courses can help you learn resume writing, interview techniques, networking strategies, and personal branding. You can build skills in setting career goals, navigating workplace dynamics, and leveraging feedback for growth. Many courses introduce tools like LinkedIn for professional networking, online portfolios for showcasing work, and assessment tools for identifying strengths and areas for improvement.

Popular Career Development Courses and Certifications


  • C

    Columbia University

    Find Your Calling: Career Transition Principles for Veterans

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Professional Networking, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Relationship Building, LinkedIn, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Goal Setting, Entrepreneurship, Professional Development, Web Presence, Growth Mindedness, Relationship Management, Decision Making, Branding

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    Creating an Engaging Candidate Experience

    Skills you'll gain: Full Cycle Recruitment, Recruitment, Recruitment Strategies, Talent Acquisition, Drive Engagement, Talent Recruitment, Brand Loyalty, Interviewing Skills, Customer Engagement, Branding, Brand Awareness, Customer experience improvement, Constructive Feedback, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Service, Customer Advocacy, Personalized Service, Relationship Building

    ★ 4.5 (11) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Goodwill Industries International

    Supporting Clients

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Coaching, Client Support, Employee Onboarding, Professional Networking, Branding, Negotiation, Writing, Resource Utilization, Financial Planning

    ★ 4.7 (60) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Thriving 101: Designing a Fulfilling Life & Career

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Optimism, Time Management, Empowerment, Human Centered Design, Habit Formation, Professional Development, Communication

    ★ 4.9 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Columbia University

    Attaining Higher Education

    Skills you'll gain: Higher Education, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Goal Setting, Lifelong Learning, Decision Making, Adult Education, Planning, Student Support and Services, Resourcefulness, Research, Ability To Meet Deadlines, Relationship Building, Organizational Skills

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The State University of New York

    Career Self-Management Advanced Certification

    Skills you'll gain: Communication Planning, Strategic Communication, Peer Review, Professional Development, Communication Strategies, Web Presence, Digital Brand Strategy, Collaboration, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Brand Management, Planning, Digital Assets, Goal Setting, Branding, Promotional Strategies, Marketing Strategies, Market Opportunities, Constructive Feedback, Investigation

    ★ 4.2 (11) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    A Consultative Approach to Working with Recruiters

    Skills you'll gain: Recruitment, Full Cycle Recruitment, Talent Recruitment, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resources, Talent Management, Recruitment Strategies, Talent Acquisition, Consultative Approaches, Consulting, Interviewing Skills, Coordination

    ★ 4.4 (8) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Personality Development: Analyze & Apply Growth

    Skills you'll gain: Personal Development, Human Development, Personal Attributes, Self-Awareness, Psychosocial Assessments, Growth Mindedness, Lifelong Learning, Psychology, Psychological Evaluations, Social Sciences, Sociology, Goal Setting

    ★ 5 (7) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • F

    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Career Management

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Engagement, Employee Coaching, Drive Engagement, Professional Development, Mentorship, Employee Retention, Influencing, Human Resource Strategy, Strategic Communication, People Development, Social Skills, Recruitment Strategies, Brand Strategy, Storytelling, Coaching, Talent Management, Branding, Personal Development, Workforce Planning, Strategic Leadership

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Career Planning: A Pathway to Employment

    Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Interviewing Skills, Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Professional Networking, Social Media Content, Strategic Communication, Communication, Negotiation, Job Analysis, Writing, Professionalism, Business Writing, Decision Making

    ★ 4.7 (199) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Launching Your Music Career

    Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Business Strategy, Business Planning, Drive Engagement, Music Performance, Event Management, Music, Portfolio Management, Business Management, Entrepreneurship, Performing Arts, Recruitment Strategies, Professional Networking, Web Presence, Relationship Building, Value Propositions, Growth Strategies, Marketing Strategies, Promotional Strategies, Target Market

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Career Options: Exploring a New Career

    Skills you'll gain: Planning, Professional Networking, Market Opportunities, Lifelong Learning, Goal Setting, Professional Development, Personal Development, Market Research, Cognitive flexibility, Adaptability, Personal Attributes, Self-Awareness, Market Trend, Market Analysis, Creative Thinking, Decision Making, Gap Analysis, Trend Analysis

    ★ 4.1 (53) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular career development courses

  • Find Your Calling: Career Transition Principles for Veterans: Columbia University
  • Creating an Engaging Candidate Experience: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
  • Supporting Clients: Goodwill Industries International
  • Thriving 101: Designing a Fulfilling Life & Career: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Attaining Higher Education: Columbia University
  • Career Self-Management Advanced Certification: The State University of New York
  • A Consultative Approach to Working with Recruiters: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
  • Personality Development: Analyze & Apply Growth: EDUCBA
  • Career Management: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Career Planning: A Pathway to Employment: Kennesaw State University

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