Character design courses can help you learn anatomy, color theory, personality development, and storytelling through visual elements. You can build skills in sketching, digital painting, and creating character backstories that resonate with audiences. Many courses introduce tools like Adobe Photoshop, Procreate, and Blender, that support bringing your characters to life and refining your artistic style. You'll also explore techniques for character animation and how to effectively convey emotions through design.

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Generative AI, Text Mining, Data Warehousing, Unsupervised Learning, Database Design, Convolutional Neural Networks, Generative Model Architectures, Data Governance, Data Mining, Web Scraping, Classification Algorithms, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Operations Research, Natural Language Processing, NoSQL, Exploratory Data Analysis, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Generative AI Agents, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting
Degree · 1 - 4 Years

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Android Studio, Java, Java Programming, Android Development, Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Mobile Development, Android (Operating System), Data Access, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Mobile Development Tools, Development Environment, Code Reusability, Integrated Development Environments, Computational Logic
★ 4.5 (3.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Team Performance Management, Team Management, Team Building, Team Leadership, Kanban Principles, Innovation, Process Improvement, Selling Techniques, Customer experience improvement, Discussion Facilitation
★ 4.7 (1.4K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Hardware Architecture, Virtualization, Computer Hardware, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Cloud Deployment, Networking Hardware, Network Protocols, Hardware Troubleshooting, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Network Support, Network Troubleshooting, Desktop Support, Computer Architecture, USB, Peripheral Devices, Wireless Networks, Virtual Machines, Mobile Security, Data Storage Technologies, Computer Networking
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Software Development Life Cycle, Medical Devices, Software Quality Assurance, Usability, Software Development, Medical Privacy, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Verification And Validation, Human Factors, Biomedical Engineering, Risk Management, User Interface (UI), Software Design, Regulatory Compliance, Health Technology, Machine Learning, Software Testing, Entrepreneurship, User Research
★ 4.8 (296) · Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Angular, JavaScript Frameworks, Unit Testing, Ajax, Cloud Applications, Web Applications, Web Components, Application Frameworks, Front-End Web Development, Web Development, Javascript, Code Reusability, Software Architecture, UI Components
★ 4.8 (1.9K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, File Management, Organizational Skills, Document Management, Calendar Management, Action Oriented, Prioritization, Time Management, Productivity, Multitasking, Planning, Follow Through, Setting Appointments, Telecommuting, Mental Concentration, Stress Management, Scheduling, Organizational Effectiveness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Madecraft
Skills you'll gain: Customer Service, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Support, Service Design, Customer Relationship Building, Customer experience improvement, Personalized Service, Customer Engagement, Customer Retention, Customer Relationship Management, Brand Loyalty, Customer Communications Management, Customer Data Management, Journey Mapping, Customer Insights, Team Performance Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Service Improvement, Staff Management, Leadership Development
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Leeds
Skills you'll gain: Test Case, Software Testing, Software Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance, Verification And Validation, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Development
★ 4.6 (448) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Amazon Web Services
Skills you'll gain: Amazon Bedrock, AI Workflows, Agentic Workflows, Generative AI Agents, AI Orchestration, AI Security, Responsible AI, Amazon Web Services, Model Context Protocol, Agentic systems, Prompt Engineering, Tool Calling, Verification And Validation, Prompt Patterns, Development Testing, Security Controls, Authorization (Computing), Enterprise Architecture, Application Performance Management, Middleware
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Akamai Technologies, Inc.
Skills you'll gain: SQL, Linux, Endpoint Security, Database Management, Incident Response, Relational Databases, Network Security, Database Systems, Vulnerability Scanning, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Databases, Linux Administration, File Systems, Routing Protocols, OSI Models, Application Development, Remote Access Systems, Scripting, Scripting Languages
★ 4.6 (372) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Professional Development, Executive Presence, Non-Verbal Communication, Composure, Journalism, Professionalism, Communication, Communication Strategies, Media Strategy, Media Production, Telecommunications
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks