Critical thinking courses can help you learn logical reasoning, argument analysis, problem-solving techniques, and decision-making strategies. You can build skills in evaluating evidence, identifying biases, and constructing coherent arguments. Many courses introduce tools such as logic diagrams and critical analysis frameworks, which help you apply these skills in various contexts, from academic writing to everyday decision-making.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: SQL, GitHub, Version Control, Git (Version Control System), MySQL, Query Languages, Relational Databases, Jupyter
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Starweaver
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI Security, LLM Application, Threat Detection, Threat Modeling, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Threat Hunting, Generative AI Agents, Agentic Workflows, Agentic systems, Incident Response, Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Strategy, Data Ethics, Cyber Operations, AI Orchestration, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Risk Mitigation, Technology Strategies
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Acumen, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Financial Accounting, Equities, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Securities (Finance)
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Product Development, New Product Development, Risk Management, Innovation, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Industrial Design, Stakeholder Engagement, Health Systems, Requirements Elicitation, Market Opportunities, Market Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Return On Investment, Health Technology, Project Management, Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Agile Methodology, Project Planning, Waterfall Methodology
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Computer Vision, Model Evaluation, Convolutional Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Transfer Learning, Image Analysis, Amazon Web Services, Artificial Neural Networks, Keras (Neural Network Library), Model Deployment, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Feature Engineering, Data Preprocessing, Classification Algorithms, Application Development, Python Programming, Network Architecture
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Responsible AI, Classification Algorithms
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Java, Java Programming, File I/O, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Computer Programming, Android Development, Application Development, Integrated Development Environments, Algorithms, Debugging, Problem Solving
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, User Flows, Figma (Design Software), Usability, User Interface (UI), User Centered Design, Wireframing, User Research
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Encryption, Key Management, Cryptographic Protocols, Data Security, Security Strategy, Information Privacy, Emerging Technologies, Performance Tuning, Algorithms, Scalability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Virtual Environment, Unreal Engine, 3D Assets, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Video Game Development, Game Design, Conceptual Design, Animation and Game Design, Image Quality, Performance Tuning, Ideation, Layout Design, Design Elements And Principles, Creativity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Structures, Computational Thinking, Analysis, Computer Science, Performance Tuning, Software Development, Scalability
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Text Mining, Artificial Neural Networks, Natural Language Processing, Classification Algorithms, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Network Architecture, Machine Learning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks