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Active Directory courses can help you learn user and group management, authentication protocols, and directory services architecture. You can build skills in configuring domain controllers, managing access permissions, and implementing security policies. Many courses introduce tools like PowerShell for automation, Active Directory Users and Computers for management tasks, and Group Policy Management Console for policy enforcement, providing practical experience in maintaining and securing network environments.


Popular Active Directory Courses and Certifications


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    Packt

    Advanced Windows Server 2025: Automation & Virtualization

    Skills you'll gain: Windows PowerShell, Hyper-V, Windows Servers, Microsoft Servers, Containerization, Microsoft Windows, Docker (Software), Systems Administration, Virtualization, Operating System Administration, Servers, Load Balancing, Network Troubleshooting, Kubernetes, Virtual Machines, Active Directory, Remote Access Systems, System Support, System Configuration, Shell Script

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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    Meta

    Meta iOS Developer

    Skills you'll gain: React Native, iOS Development, Core Data (Software), Restful API, Version Control, Mobile Development, User Research, UI/UX Research, Usability Testing, Apple iOS, Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Data Structures, Swift Programming, User Interface (UI), Unix Commands, Apple Xcode, Git (Version Control System), Persona (User Experience), React.js, Javascript

    ★ 4.6 (8.7K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

    LearnQuest

    Microsoft Azure: AI, Infrastructure, and Data Solutions

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Microsoft Azure, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Data Processing, Big Data, Apache Spark, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Databricks, Infrastructure Security, Data Pipelines, Virtual Networking, Azure DevOps, Virtual Machines, Azure Active Directory, Analytics, Active Directory, Network Security, Model Deployment, Python Programming, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

    ★ 4.4 (1.6K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • D

    Duke University

    Introductory C Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, File I/O, Memory Management, Programming Principles, Maintainability, Software Testing, Program Development, C (Programming Language), Algorithms, Test Planning, Simulations, Test Case, System Programming, Systems Development Life Cycle, Computer Programming, Data Structures, C and C++, Software Engineering, Problem Solving, Software Design

    ★ 4.6 (7.4K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    Multiple educators

    Object Oriented Programming in Java

    Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Data Structures, Event-Driven Programming, File I/O, Interactive Data Visualization, Java, Java Programming, Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), User Interface (UI), Debugging, Software Testing, Computer Programming, Cryptography, Software Engineering, Bioinformatics, Algorithms, Data Analysis, Software Design, Problem Solving

    ★ 4.6 (15K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    University of California, Davis

    Professional Skills for the Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Problem Solving, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Growth Mindedness, Emotional Intelligence, Adaptability, Social Skills, Brainstorming, Active Listening, Critical Thinking, Resilience, Open Mindset, Independent Thinking, Empathy, Professional Development, Action Oriented, Constructive Feedback, Culture Transformation, Lifelong Learning, Growth Strategies

    ★ 4.8 (4.7K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    Coursera

    Control Page Access

    Skills you'll gain: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management, Scalability, Data Access, Security Controls, User Provisioning, Security Management, Collaborative Software, Content Management, Data Security, Data Management, Data Governance, Verification And Validation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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    Packt

    Managing Resources, Security, and Networking in Windows 2025

    Skills you'll gain: File Management, Remote Access Systems, Public Key Infrastructure, Software-Defined Networking, Microsoft Windows, Windows Servers, Network Troubleshooting, Microsoft Servers, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Hardening, Computer Networking, Virtual Networking, Key Management, Active Directory, Firewall, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Network Administration, Server Administration, Systems Administration, Administration

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • M

    Meta

    Programming with JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Javascript, Unit Testing, Web Applications, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Event-Driven Programming, Node.JS, JSON, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Package and Software Management, Front-End Web Development, Functional Design

    ★ 4.7 (4.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    Meta

    Meta Android Developer

    Skills you'll gain: React Native, Android Studio, Restful API, Version Control, User Research, UI/UX Research, Usability Testing, Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Git (Version Control System), Data Structures, Kotlin, Unix Commands, Android Jetpack, Android Development, Persona (User Experience), GitHub, Interaction Design, React.js, Code Reusability, Javascript

    ★ 4.6 (9.2K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

    Packt

    AZ-104 Microsoft Azure Administrator Certification

    Skills you'll gain: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Microsoft Azure, Virtual Machines, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Azure Active Directory, Azure DevOps, Load Balancing, Virtual Networking, Active Directory, Identity and Access Management, Group Policy, User Provisioning, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Storage, Cloud Management, Data Storage, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Microsoft Access, Administrative Support

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Cybersecurity in the AI Era

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Risk, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Management, Infrastructure Security, Data Security, Threat Modeling, Computer Security, Security Awareness, Risk Management, Enterprise Security, Vulnerability, Governance, General Networking, Public Safety and National Security, Threat Detection, Artificial Intelligence

    ★ 4.7 (3.3K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular active directory courses

  • Advanced Windows Server 2025: Automation & Virtualization: Packt
  • Meta iOS Developer: Meta
  • Microsoft Azure: AI, Infrastructure, and Data Solutions: LearnQuest
  • Introductory C Programming: Duke University
  • Object Oriented Programming in Java: Duke University
  • Professional Skills for the Workplace: University of California, Davis
  • Control Page Access : Coursera
  • Managing Resources, Security, and Networking in Windows 2025: Packt
  • Programming with JavaScript: Meta
  • Meta Android Developer: Meta

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