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Special Education Courses

Special Education courses can help you learn individualized education plans (IEPs), behavior management strategies, inclusive classroom practices, and assessment techniques tailored for diverse learners. You can build skills in adapting curriculum, fostering communication with families, and implementing interventions that support students with varying needs. Many courses introduce tools like assistive technology, data tracking software, and collaborative platforms that enhance teaching effectiveness and promote student engagement.

Popular Special Education Courses and Certifications


  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    Emotional Intelligence, Creativity, and Mental Strength - 2026

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Adaptability, Empathy, Growth Mindedness, Stress Management, Self-Discipline, Non-Verbal Communication, Creativity, Persuasive Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Goal Setting, Deductive Reasoning, Emotional Intelligence, Rapport Building, Self-Awareness, Habit Formation, Logical Reasoning, Personal Development, Positivity, Professional Development

    ★ 4.8 (13) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • F

    Fundação Lemann

    Explorando os recursos educacionais da Khan Academy

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Learning Management Systems, Digital pedagogy, Data Analysis Software, Real Time Data, User Accounts, Innovation, Content Management

    ★ 4.8 (96) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidade de São Paulo

    Biologia do Sono e Saúde Humana

    Skills you'll gain: Respiration, Mental Health, Psychiatry, Psychology, Health Education, Behavioral Health, Health Care, Pulmonology, Life Sciences, Human Development, General Medicine, Biology, Anthropology, Neurology, Physiology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Cultural Diversity

    ★ 5 (15) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Microsoft

    Communication with Stakeholders

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Management, Communication Planning, Stakeholder Engagement, Conflict Management, Strategic Communication, Cultural Responsiveness, Communication Strategies, Rapport Building, Project Management, Cultural Diversity, Business Communication, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Intercultural Competence, Communication, Relationship Building, Influencing, Agile Project Management, Program Management, Cultural Sensitivity

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

  • A

    AI CERTs

    AI in Government

    Skills you'll gain: Public Administration, AI Product Strategy, Automation, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Digital Transformation, Fraud detection

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

  • U

    University of Geneva

    In the footsteps of Zika… approaching the unknown

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Infection Control, Health Disparities, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Social Determinants Of Health, Socioeconomics, Public Health, Health Equity, Emergency Response, Environmental Issue, Climate Change Adaptation, Social Justice, Media and Communications, Neurology, Anthropology, Maternal Health, Diagnostic Tests, Research

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

  • R

    Rice University

    Using Educational Technology with English Learners

    Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, digital literacy, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Collaborative Software, English Language, Intellectual Property, Language Learning, Digital Communications

    ★ 4.9 (25) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Pillar #2: Drug Utilization - Drivers and Consequences

    Skills you'll gain: Medication Therapy Management, Pharmacotherapy, Pharmacology, Medical Prescription, Patient Education And Counseling, Pharmaceuticals, Clinical Pharmacy, Patient Education and Support, Drug Development, Value-Based Care, Utilization Management, Health Policy, Patient Safety, Research Design, Epidemiology

    ★ 4.3 (9) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Psychosocial and Spiritual Aspects of Palliative Care

    Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Patient Communication, Caregiving, Patient-centered Care, Patient Education and Support, Care Management, Patient Advocacy, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychosocial Assessments, Family Support, Treatment Planning, Mental Health, Stress Management, Discussion Facilitation, Mental Health Therapies

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

  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    PMP Exam Prep: Ways of Working for Technical Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Project Implementation, Plan Execution, Project Management Life Cycle, Risk Management, Technical Management

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

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Ethical Decision-Making in the Tech Industry

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Courage, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making, Leadership Studies, Professionalism, Engineering Management, Personal Integrity, Organizational Leadership, Technical Management, Ancient History, Human Development, Liberal Arts, Business Management, Culture, Business Leadership, Leadership, Anthropology, Social Sciences, Leadership Development

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

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    English for Running a Successful Business

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Entrepreneurship, Business Communication, Sales, Sustainable Business, Project Management, Language Competency, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Oral Expression, Corporate Sustainability, Oral Comprehension, Grammar, Writing, Business Reporting, Vocabulary

    ★ 4.8 (39) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular special education courses

  • Emotional Intelligence, Creativity, and Mental Strength - 2026: Alex Genadinik
  • Explorando os recursos educacionais da Khan Academy: Fundação Lemann
  • Biologia do Sono e Saúde Humana: Universidade de São Paulo
  • Communication with Stakeholders: Microsoft
  • AI in Government: AI CERTs
  • In the footsteps of Zika… approaching the unknown: University of Geneva
  • Using Educational Technology with English Learners: Rice University
  • Pillar #2: Drug Utilization - Drivers and Consequences: Johns Hopkins University
  • Psychosocial and Spiritual Aspects of Palliative Care: University of Colorado System
  • PMP Exam Prep: Ways of Working for Technical Projects: University of Maryland, College Park

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