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U.S. History Courses

U.S. History courses can help you learn about key events, influential figures, and social movements that shaped the nation. You can build skills in critical analysis, research methods, and effective communication through written and oral presentations. Many courses introduce tools like primary source analysis and historical databases, allowing you to engage with original documents and artifacts while developing a deeper understanding of historical context and its relevance to contemporary issues.


Popular U.S. History Courses and Certifications


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    University of Amsterdam

    Big History - From the Big Bang until Today

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Ancient History, Cultural Diversity, Anthropology, Timelines, Social Sciences, Environmental Science, Biology, Physics, Economic Development

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    University of Pennsylvania

    American Education Reform: History, Policy, Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Higher Education, Social Studies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Education and Training, Public History, Human Learning, Curriculum Development, Social Justice, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Pedagogy, Governance, Cultural Diversity

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    University of London

    Applied Public History: Places, People, Stories

    Skills you'll gain: Public History, Storytelling, Program Evaluation, Media and Communications, Research, Community Outreach, Timelines, Case Studies, Cultural Diversity, Research Methodologies, Creativity, Interviewing Skills

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    University of Rochester

    History of Rock, Part One

    Skills you'll gain: Music History, Music, World History, Instrumental Music, Music Theory, Electronic Media

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    University of London

    Global Diplomacy: the United Nations in the World

    Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, International Relations, Crisis Intervention, Sustainable Development, Political Sciences, Public Policies, Social Justice, Governance, Advocacy, Policy Analysis, Human Development, World History, Case Studies

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Greek and Roman Mythology

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Liberal Arts, World History, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Anthropology, Sociology, Psychology

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    The History of Medicine: Philosophy, Science, and Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Pharmacology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, General Medicine, Medical Science and Research, Culture, Medical Equipment and Technology, Behavioral Health, Ancient History, Medical Practices and Procedures, World History

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    University of Rochester

    History of Rock, Part Two

    Skills you'll gain: Music History, World Music, Music, World History, Performing Arts, Media Production

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Wesleyan University

    The Ancient Greeks

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, European History, World History, Art History, Liberal Arts, Social Studies, Political Sciences, Anthropology, Cultural Sensitivity, Governance

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    University of Pennsylvania

    Nuts and Bolts of U.S. Immigration Law

    Skills you'll gain: Immigration Law, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Legal Proceedings, Court Systems, Civil Procedures, Diversity Programs

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    American Politics, Foreign Policy, and US-India Ties

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Political Sciences, International Relations, Diversity Awareness, Social Justice, Public Policies, Culture, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Diplomacy, Immigration Law, Economics, World History, Strategic Partnership, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Higher Education, Policy Analysis, Technology Strategies, Public Safety and National Security, Governance

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    University of Michigan

    Internet History, Technology, and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Network Protocols, Network Architecture, TCP/IP, Web Applications, Computer Networking, Encryption, Network Infrastructure, Innovation, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular us history courses

  • Big History - From the Big Bang until Today: University of Amsterdam
  • American Education Reform: History, Policy, Practice: University of Pennsylvania
  • Applied Public History: Places, People, Stories: University of London
  • History of Rock, Part One: University of Rochester
  • Global Diplomacy: the United Nations in the World: University of London
  • Greek and Roman Mythology: University of Pennsylvania
  • The History of Medicine: Philosophy, Science, and Psychology: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • History of Rock, Part Two: University of Rochester
  • The Ancient Greeks: Wesleyan University
  • Nuts and Bolts of U.S. Immigration Law: University of Pennsylvania

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