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American History Courses

American 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, historical interpretation, and effective communication of complex ideas. Many courses introduce tools like primary source documents, timelines, and digital archives, which enhance your understanding of historical context and enable you to engage with various perspectives on American identity and culture.

Popular American History Courses and Certifications


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    SkillUp

    Six Sigma for Process Improvement

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Process Controls, Lean Methodologies, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Six Sigma, Risk Analysis, Quality Improvement, Process Improvement, Process Improvement and Optimization, Operational Efficiency, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Analysis, Process Capability, Project Risk Management, Project Management, Business Priorities, Stakeholder Management, Root Cause Analysis

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    Duke University

    ART of the MOOC: Activismo y Movimientos Sociales

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Community Organizing, World History, Social Justice, Culture, Social Impact, Social Sciences, Advocacy, Cultural Diversity, Liberal Arts, Diversity Awareness, Performing Arts, Creativity, Health Equity

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    KodeKloud

    Kubernetes for the Absolute Beginners with Hands-on Labs

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Containerization, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Applications, Continuous Deployment, Application Lifecycle Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Feminismo, género y política

    Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Diversity Awareness, Social Sciences, Policy Analysis, Socioeconomics, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, Social Studies, Advocacy, European History, World History, Conflict Management

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    Wilderness First Aid - Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Life Support, Emergency and Intensive Care, Patient Evaluation, First Aid, Patient Positioning, Patient Transport, Airway Management, Health Assessment, Emergency Medical Services, Mobility Assistance, Safety Assurance, Clinical Assessment, Trauma Care, Medical History Documentation, Vital Signs, Neurology, Treatment Planning, Patient Safety

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

    Researcher's Guide to Omic Data

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Data Analysis Software, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Data Literacy, Molecular Biology, Medical Science and Research, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Metadata Management, Science and Research, R Programming, Spatial Data Analysis, Data Collection, Scientific Methods, Biochemical Assays, Research, Cell Biology, Informatics, Biology, General Science and Research

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Lean Six Sigma - Yellow Belt

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma Methodology, Process Improvement and Optimization, Quality Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement Process, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Process, Process Analysis, Process Mapping, Business Analysis, Benchmarking, Root Cause Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Performance Measurement, Stakeholder Management, Project Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Network Systems Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Network Security, TCP/IP, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, Network Routing, Network Routers, Computer Networking, Infrastructure Security, Routing Protocols, Public Key Infrastructure, Network Model, Cryptographic Protocols, Web Applications, Application Servers

    Build toward a degree

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    American Council on Exercise

    A Holistic Approach to Mental Health

    Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Meditation & Breathwork, Mindfulness, Nutrition and Diet, Mental Concentration, Mental and Behavioral Health, Nutrition Education, Community Health, Preventative Care, Health And Wellness Coaching, Health Education, Behavioral Health, Stress Management, Exercise Science, Exercise Therapy, Respiration

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Museum of Modern Art

    Fashion as Design: Silhouettes and Icons

    Skills you'll gain: Visual Storytelling, Storytelling, Creative Design, Creativity, Cultural Diversity, Creative Thinking, Social Impact, Social Sciences, Design Elements And Principles, Critical Thinking, Personal Development

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National Taiwan University

    紅樓夢(The Red Chamber Dream)

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Social Studies, Liberal Arts, Culture, Sociology, Social Sciences, Storytelling, Ancient History, Interpersonal Communications

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Understanding Psychosis

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Psychiatry, Community Mental Health Services, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Social Determinants Of Health, Mental Health Therapies, Clinical Psychology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Trauma Care, Rapport Building, Psychotherapy, Mental Health, Pharmacotherapy, Driving engagement, Research

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Six Sigma for Process Improvement: SkillUp
  • ART of the MOOC: Activismo y Movimientos Sociales: Duke University
  • Kubernetes for the Absolute Beginners with Hands-on Labs: KodeKloud
  • Feminismo, género y política: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Wilderness First Aid - Introduction: University of Colorado System
  • Researcher's Guide to Omic Data: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
  • Lean Six Sigma - Yellow Belt: Packt
  • Network Systems Foundations: University of Colorado Boulder
  • A Holistic Approach to Mental Health: American Council on Exercise
  • Fashion as Design: Silhouettes and Icons: The Museum of Modern Art

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