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Public Policy Courses

Public policy courses can help you learn policy analysis, program evaluation, stakeholder engagement, and the legislative process. You can build skills in data interpretation, strategic planning, and effective communication with diverse audiences. Many courses introduce tools like statistical software for data analysis, policy simulation models, and frameworks for assessing social impact, all of that support crafting informed and effective public policies.

Popular Public Policy Courses and Certifications


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    Packt

    Ace Salesforce Certified Tableau Desktop Foundations Exam

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Literacy, Statistical Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Scatter Plots, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Software Installation, Data Import/Export, Data Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    Cisco Certified Support Technician IT Support 100-140 Unit 9

    Skills you'll gain: Remote Access Systems, Desktop Support, Technical Support, Help Desk Support, Data Ethics, System Support, End User Training and Support, Telecommuting, Information Technology, Collaborative Software, Issue Tracking, Information Privacy, Data Security, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    (SSCP) Systems Security Certified Practitioner: Unit 3

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Management, Authentications, Security Controls, Vulnerability Assessments, Authorization (Computing), Continuous Monitoring, Threat Management, Vulnerability Scanning, Data Security, Identity and Access Management, Security Management, User Provisioning, Information Systems Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Network Security, User Accounts, Multi-Factor Authentication, Threat Detection, Public Key Infrastructure

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Getting started with Prezi for small businesses

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Materials, Presentations, Marketing Collateral, Social Media Content, Content Creation, Promotional Materials, Brand Awareness, Marketing Design, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Graphic Design, Branding, User Accounts, Business Communication

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    RiskWise: Navigating Life, Health and the Unexpected

    Skills you'll gain: Insurance, Insurance Policies, Risk Management, Long Term Care, Risk Management Framework, Asset Protection, Wealth Management, Disabilities, Financial Planning, Health Policy, Case Studies, Needs Assessment

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Clinic Admin: Phones, Mail, Records

    Skills you'll gain: Record Keeping, Medical Office Procedures, Records Management, Medical Records, Document Management, Health Information Management, Medical Privacy, File Management, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Patient Communication, Telecommunications, File Systems, Clinical Documentation, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Quality Assurance, Information Privacy, Regulatory Compliance

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Microsoft Windows Server - Hands-On Training Part I

    Skills you'll gain: Active Directory, Microsoft Servers, Windows Servers, User Accounts, Microsoft Windows, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Firewall, Server Administration, User Provisioning, Group Policy, Windows PowerShell, Operating System Administration, Systems Administration, Virtualization, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, System Configuration, Virtual Machines, Virtual Environment, Network Administration, Network Troubleshooting

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Sustainable Cities Case Studies

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Stormwater Management, Water Sustainability, Land Management, Sustainable Technologies, Community Development, Environmental Issue, Land Development, Mitigation, Case Studies, Economic Development, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Climate Change Mitigation, Water Resource Management, Environmental Policy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Cloud Storage: Qwik Start - Cloud Console

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Storage, Cloud Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Services, Data Storage, Google Cloud Platform, File Management, Public Cloud, Data Store, Data Storage Technologies, Data Sharing, Data Access

    ★ 4.8 (15) · Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    CertNexus

    Internet of Things (IoT) Practitioner (Exam ITP-110)

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, PIC Microcontrollers, Cybersecurity, Wireless Networks, Information Systems Security, Information Privacy, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Safety and Security, Cloud Services, Software Development, Power Electronics, Microarchitecture, Software Development Life Cycle, Basic Electrical Systems, Systems Development Life Cycle, Restful API, Electrical Wiring, Electrical Equipment, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Power

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Institut Mines-Télécom

    Digital Intelligence for the Common Good

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Digital Communications, Emerging Technologies, Digital Transformation, Media and Communications, Safety and Security, Cyber Governance, Digital Content, Technology Strategies, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Human Computer Interaction, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Information Privacy, Artificial Intelligence, Identity and Access Management, Competitive Intelligence, Innovation, Cultural Responsiveness

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Create your First Twitter Ad

    Skills you'll gain: Advertising Campaigns, Campaign Management, Advertising, Online Advertising, Advertising Sales, Social Media Marketing, Digital Advertising, Lead Generation, Automation

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular public policy courses

  • Ace Salesforce Certified Tableau Desktop Foundations Exam: Packt
  • Cisco Certified Support Technician IT Support 100-140 Unit 9: Pearson
  • (SSCP) Systems Security Certified Practitioner: Unit 3: Pearson
  • Getting started with Prezi for small businesses: Coursera
  • RiskWise: Navigating Life, Health and the Unexpected: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Clinic Admin: Phones, Mail, Records: Coursera
  • Microsoft Windows Server - Hands-On Training Part I: Packt
  • Sustainable Cities Case Studies: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Cloud Storage: Qwik Start - Cloud Console: Google Cloud
  • Internet of Things (IoT) Practitioner (Exam ITP-110): CertNexus

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