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Courses in adult education can help you learn instructional design, assessment strategies, and effective facilitation techniques. You can build skills in creating engaging learning experiences, understanding diverse learner needs, and applying various teaching methodologies. Many courses introduce tools like learning management systems, assessment software, and collaborative platforms that enhance the educational experience and support ongoing learner engagement.

Popular Adult Education Courses and Certifications


  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Empresas Familiares

    Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Ideation, Market Opportunities, New Product Development, Business Solutions, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Business Strategies, Business Modeling, Business Architecture, Leadership and Management, Governance, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Strategy, Leadership Development, Succession Planning, Organizational Development

    ★ 4.8 (267) · Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • S

    Sciences Po

    Cities are back in town : urban sociology for a globalizing urban world

    Skills you'll gain: Socioeconomics, Sociology, Culture, Sustainable Development, Social Sciences, Demography, Social Justice, International Relations, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, World History, Economic Development, Political Sciences, Governance, Case Studies, Economics, Digital Transformation, European History

    ★ 4.5 (193) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Study Skills for University Success

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Styles, Learning Strategies, Time Management, Honesty, Verbal Communication Skills, Social Skills, Personal Integrity, Organizational Skills, Active Listening, Literacy, Communication, Higher Education, Planning, Interpersonal Communications, Adaptability, Relationship Building, digital literacy

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    Universidades Anáhuac

    Liderazgo efectivo y colaboración con inteligencia emocional

    Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Team Collaboration, Team Management, Personal Development, Team Leadership, Team Performance Management, Organizational Leadership, Teamwork, Staff Management, Collaboration, Team Motivation, Professional Development, Personal Attributes, Productivity, Leadership, Motivational Skills, Overcoming Obstacles, Communication

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

  • T

    The University of Sydney

    Using clinical health data for better healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Health Technology, Patient Communication, Health Informatics, Telehealth, Clinical Informatics, Health Care, Health Systems, Patient Education and Support, Health Information Management, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Data Quality, Health Policy, Clinical Data Management, Electronic Medical Record, Digital Communications, Data Management, Data Governance, Data Sharing, Analytics, Data Analysis

    ★ 4.6 (118) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Acupressure Essentials: Pressure Point Techniques for Symptom Management and Self-Care

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Manual Therapy, Treatment Planning, Clinical Practices

    ★ 4.8 (41) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Financial Forecasting and Reporting

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Financial Analysis, Sustainability Reporting, Risk Management, Budgeting, Income Statement, Risk Modeling, Risk Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Financial Management, Financial Reporting, Balance Sheet, Corporate Sustainability, Financial Forecasting, Engineering Management, Operating Budget, Business Reporting, Cash Flows

    ★ 4.8 (84) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • C

    Coursera

    Canva for teachers

    Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Teaching, Graphic Design, Creativity

    ★ 4.4 (33) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • S

    Stanford University

    Health After Cancer: Cancer Survivorship for Primary Care

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Primary Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Care Management, Patient Education and Support, Care Coordination, Patient Evaluation, Oncology, Caregiving, Health Assessment, Patient Referral, Chronic Diseases, Medical History Documentation, Long Term Care, Preventative Care, Family Support, Mental Health

    ★ 4.8 (116) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    Universidad de Palermo

    Liderazgo y Desarrollo Personal

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Digital Transformation, Diversity and Inclusion, Business Leadership, Leadership Development, Business Transformation, Diversity Awareness, Leadership, Team Leadership, Professional Development, Leadership and Management, Workplace inclusivity, Constructive Feedback, Creativity, Drive Engagement, Creative Problem-Solving, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Organizational Change

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Copenhagen

    After the Arab Spring – Democratic Aspirations and State Failure

    Skills you'll gain: Demography, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, International Relations, Sociology, World History, Governance, Socioeconomics, Policy Analysis, Social Justice, Economics, Human Development, Education and Training

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

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    Utrecht University

    Inequality and Democracy

    Skills you'll gain: Lobbying, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Tax Laws, Civil Law, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy Analysis, Public Affairs, Liberal Arts, Public Policies, Governance, International Finance

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

    Category: Free
    Free
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular adult education courses

  • Empresas Familiares: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Cities are back in town : urban sociology for a globalizing urban world: Sciences Po
  • Study Skills for University Success: University of California, Irvine
  • Liderazgo efectivo y colaboración con inteligencia emocional: Universidades Anáhuac
  • Using clinical health data for better healthcare: The University of Sydney
  • Acupressure Essentials: Pressure Point Techniques for Symptom Management and Self-Care: University of Minnesota
  • Financial Forecasting and Reporting: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Canva for teachers: Coursera
  • Health After Cancer: Cancer Survivorship for Primary Care: Stanford University
  • Liderazgo y Desarrollo Personal: Universidad de Palermo

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