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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


  • I

    ISC2

    Access Control Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Authorization (Computing), Data Security, Cyber Security Policies, Identity and Access Management, Information Systems Security, Data Access, User Provisioning, Authentications, Multi-Factor Authentication

    ★ 4.8 (170) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    Utrecht University

    Clinical Epidemiology

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, General Medicine, Clinical Research, Medical Science and Research, Diagnostic Tests, Clinical Trials, Public Health, Patient Treatment, Risk Analysis

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

    Category: Free
    Free
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Analyzing the Universe

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Software, Spatial Data Analysis, Image Analysis, Scientific Visualization, Science and Research, Physics, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Deductive Reasoning, Scientific Methods, Digital Signal Processing, Applied Mathematics

    ★ 4.8 (235) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • T

    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Fundamental Sports related Musculoskeletal Anatomy

    Skills you'll gain: Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Sports Medicine, Kinesiology, Physical Therapy, Physiology

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Introduction to Accounting Data Analytics and Visualization

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Literacy, Tableau Software, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Compilation, Excel Macros, Analytics, Accounting Software, Accounting and Finance Software, Specialized Accounting, Analytical Skills, Accounting Systems, Business Analytics, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Data Architecture

    ★ 4.8 (456) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    Coursera

    Increase SEO Traffic with WordPress

    Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Blogs, Content Optimization, Web Analytics, Content Performance Analysis, Web Content, Keyword Research, Content Management, Marketing, Analytics, Web Design, Web Development, User Experience

    ★ 4.5 (799) · Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Toronto

    GIS, Mapping, and Spatial Analysis Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, ArcGIS, Geospatial Information and Technology, GIS Software, Data Manipulation, Data Synthesis, Data Visualization, Data Compilation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Processing, Data Wrangling, Data Mapping, Data Storytelling, Metadata Management, Data Integration, Graphic and Visual Design, Data Management

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    IBM

    IBM Ethical Hacking with Open Source Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Detection, Penetration Testing, Exploit development, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Management, Linux Administration, Incident Response, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Assessments, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Management, Network Monitoring, Bash (Scripting Language), Cyber Security Assessment, Network Security, Anomaly Detection, Incident Management, AI Security, Information Systems Security, Network Analysis

    ★ 4.6 (188) · Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Aprendizaje de las matemáticas de primaria

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

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

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Introducción a la Minería de Datos

    Skills you'll gain: Classification Algorithms, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Mining, Data Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Data Manipulation, Data Management, Data Science, Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Algorithms, Transaction Processing

    ★ 4.6 (1.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • N

    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    NASM Personal Fitness Trainer Exam Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Nutrition Care Plans, Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Human Musculoskeletal System, Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Automated External Defibrillator, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Athletic Training, Motivational Skills, Anatomy, Physiology

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Introduction to Finance: The Role of Financial Markets

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Market, Capital Budgeting, Finance, Investment Management, Investments, Securities (Finance), Equities, Decision Making, Financial Analysis, Return On Investment, Business Valuation, Cash Flows, Risk Analysis

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular basic statistics courses

  • Access Control Concepts: ISC2
  • Clinical Epidemiology: Utrecht University
  • Analyzing the Universe: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Fundamental Sports related Musculoskeletal Anatomy: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Introduction to Accounting Data Analytics and Visualization: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Increase SEO Traffic with WordPress: Coursera
  • GIS, Mapping, and Spatial Analysis Capstone: University of Toronto
  • IBM Ethical Hacking with Open Source Tools: IBM
  • Aprendizaje de las matemáticas de primaria: Universidad de los Andes
  • Introducción a la Minería de Datos: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

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