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Basic Statistics Courses

Basic Statistics courses can help you learn data collection methods, descriptive statistics, probability distributions, and hypothesis testing. You can build skills in interpreting data sets, conducting surveys, and performing regression analysis. Many courses introduce tools like Excel, R, and Python, that support analyzing data and visualizing results. By applying these skills and tools, you can effectively communicate findings and make informed decisions based on statistical evidence.

Popular Basic Statistics Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 3 (Projects)

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Microsoft Excel, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Simulations, Code Review, User Interface (UI), Spreadsheet Software, Automation, Data Management

    4.9 stars, 467 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (467) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Electrical Power Generation - An Industrial Outlook

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Control Systems, Electrical Substation, Energy and Utilities, Plant Operations and Management, Electrical Equipment, Three-Phase, Machine Controls, Power Electronics, Automation Engineering, High Voltage, Electrical Engineering, Process Control, Basic Electrical Systems, Thermal Management

    4.5 stars, 155 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (155) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Designing User Interfaces and Experiences (UI/UX)

    Skills you'll gain: User Centered Design, User Experience Design, Responsive Web Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Prototyping, Front-End Web Development, Graphic and Visual Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Figma (Design Software), Design Elements And Principles, Web Design, Wireframing, Typography, Application Design, Digital Design, UI Components, Web Applications, Mobile Development, Design Thinking

    4.5 stars, 322 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (322) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Dartmouth College

    Practical Machine Learning: Foundations to Neural Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Bayesian Network, Logistic Regression, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Model Evaluation, Convolutional Neural Networks, Statistical Machine Learning, Probability & Statistics, Bayesian Statistics, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Statistical Methods, Artificial Intelligence, Regression Analysis, Statistical Inference

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Systèmes d’Information Géographique - Partie 1

    Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, Data Modeling, GIS Software, SQL, Geospatial Information and Technology, Database Design, Spatial Data Analysis, Geospatial Mapping, Database Management, Spatial Analysis, Geostatistics, Query Languages, Relational Databases, Database Development, Database Software, Land Management, Data Store, Environmental Science, Data Capture, Data Manipulation

    4.5 stars, 290 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of California, Santa Cruz

    The History of Medicine: Philosophy, Science, and Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Pharmacology, Health Care, General Medicine, Medical Science and Research, Pharmaceuticals, Culture, Behavioral Health, Ancient History, Medical Practices and Procedures, World History, Public Health, Infectious Diseases

    4.7 stars, 87 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • M

    MedCerts

    Clinical Medical Assistant Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Phlebotomy, Blood Collection, Sterilization, Urinalysis, Patient Communication, Medical Terminology, Patient-centered Care, Nutrition Education, Infection Control, Asepsis, Nutrition and Diet, Pathology, Basic Patient Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Vital Signs, Geriatrics, Laboratory Testing, Direct Patient Care, Venipuncture, Hand Hygiene

    4.8 stars, 63 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (63) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Contenido de las matemáticas de primaria

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematics Education, Arithmetic, Applied Mathematics, Geometry, Systems Of Measurement, General Mathematics, Graphing

    4.9 stars, 1.6K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (1.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • W

    Wesleyan University

    Regression Modeling in Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Logistic Regression, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Data Analysis, Correlation Analysis, SAS (Software), Statistical Programming, Statistical Inference, Predictive Modeling, Model Evaluation, Python Programming

    4.4 stars, 274 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (274) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    L&T EduTech

    A Practitioner's Approach to Power Distribution & Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Substation, Electrical Systems, Electrical Power, Control Systems, Electric Power Systems, Low Voltage, High Voltage, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Wiring, Electrical Safety, Three-Phase, Plant Operations and Management, Building Services Engineering, HVAC, Energy and Utilities, Mechanical Design, Wiring Diagram, Schematic Diagrams, Construction, Civil Engineering

    4.6 stars, 251 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (251) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Excel for Beginners: Introduction to Spreadsheets

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data Entry, Microsoft Office, Data Analysis Software

    4.7 stars, 224 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.7 (224) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • M

    Meta

    React Native

    Skills you'll gain: React Native, Mobile Development, Cross Platform Development, UI Components, Mobile Development Tools, Application Development, React.js, Front-End Web Development, User Interface (UI), Interactive Design, Development Environment

    4.7 stars, 405 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (405) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular basic statistics courses

  • Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 3 (Projects): University of Colorado Boulder
  • Electrical Power Generation - An Industrial Outlook: L&T EduTech
  • Designing User Interfaces and Experiences (UI/UX): IBM
  • Practical Machine Learning: Foundations to Neural Networks: Dartmouth College
  • Systèmes d’Information Géographique - Partie 1: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • The History of Medicine: Philosophy, Science, and Psychology: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Clinical Medical Assistant Fundamentals: MedCerts
  • Contenido de las matemáticas de primaria: Universidad de los Andes
  • Regression Modeling in Practice: Wesleyan University
  • A Practitioner's Approach to Power Distribution & Automation: L&T EduTech

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