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Adult Education Courses

Courses in adult education can help you learn instructional design, assessment strategies, and effective facilitation techniques. You can build skills in creating engaging learning experiences, understanding diverse learner needs, and applying various teaching methodologies. Many courses introduce tools like learning management systems, assessment software, and collaborative platforms that enhance the educational experience and support ongoing learner engagement.

Popular Adult Education Courses and Certifications


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    University of Cambridge

    The Psychology of Emotions: an introduction to embodied cognition

    Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Neurology, Electrophysiology, Non-Verbal Communication, Research Methodologies

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    IBM

    Collaborate Effectively for Professional Success

    Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Team Collaboration, Virtual Teams, Teamwork, Team Building, Telecommuting, Professional Development, Meeting Facilitation, People Development, Communication Strategies, Communication, Critical Thinking

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    Sage Publications

    Strategic Choices and Organizational Transformation

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Business Leadership, Business Transformation, Business Strategy, Strategic Planning, Entrepreneurship, Organizational Development, Organizational Change, Innovation, New Business Development, Organizational Effectiveness, Strategic Partnership, Business Modeling, Business Management, Strategic Marketing, Strategic Communication

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Stanford University

    Palliative Care Always

    Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Pain Management, Psychosocial Assessments, Patient Communication, Patient-centered Care, Parent Communication, Caregiving, Family Support, Patient Education and Support, Compassion, Patient Advocacy, Cultural Responsiveness, Personal Care, Direct Patient Care, Care Management, Child Welfare, Patient Treatment, Pediatrics, Oncology, Patient Evaluation

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Madecraft

    Authentic Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Drive Engagement, Personal Development, Active Listening, Team Building, Team Collaboration, Personal Integrity, Communication, Professional Development, Trustworthiness, Strategic Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership Development, Team Motivation, Growth Mindedness, Conflict Management, Coaching, Mindfulness, Decision Making, Vulnerability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnKartS

    Workplace Compliance & Safety Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Workplace inclusivity, Security Awareness, Diversity Training, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Professionalism, Courage, Information Systems Security, Diversity Programs, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Diversity, Workplace Bullying Intervention, Compliance Management, Compliance Training, Professional Development, Cultural Sensitivity, Culture Transformation, Employee Training

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    Global Human Resource Management

    Skills you'll gain: Human Resource Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resources, Human Capital, Human Resource Strategy, Workforce Development, Cultural Diversity, Training and Development, Employee Training, Intercultural Competence, Human Resource Policies, Staff Management, Workforce Planning, Training Programs, International Relations, Management Training And Development, Recruitment, Workforce Management, Labor Compliance, Employee Performance Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Arizona

    Customer-Focused Entrepreneurship: Service Insight & Loyalty

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Service, Customer Retention, Customer Relationship Management, Loyalty Programs, Customer Relationship Building, Brand Loyalty, Customer Insights, User Feedback, Customer Engagement, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer experience improvement, Customer Analysis, Strategic Thinking, User Research, Relationship Management, Consumer Behaviour, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Active Listening

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Social Impact & Public Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Community Organizing, Policy Development, Social Justice, Social Work, Public Policies, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Community Development, Community and Social Work, Political Sciences, Health Policy, Advocacy, Social Impact, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Policy Analysis, Sustainable Business, Strategic Leadership, Systems Thinking, Cultural Diversity

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Literacy Teaching and Learning: Aims, Approaches and Pedagogies

    Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Differentiated Instruction, Pedagogy, Literacy, Instructional Strategies, Human Learning, Multilingualism, Culture, Digital pedagogy, Education and Training, Cultural Diversity, Learning Theory, Multimedia, Media and Communications

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    Global Business

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Organizational Structure, New Business Development, Business Development, Business Strategy, Global Marketing, Leadership, Business Management, Corporate Strategy, Business Planning, Competitive Analysis, Market Opportunities, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Risk Management, Market Dynamics, Decision Making, Innovation, Risk Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Structured Query Language (SQL)

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Database Systems, Database Theory, Database Management, Query Languages, Database Design, Relational Databases, Database Administration, Database Application, Database Development, Data Access, Data Science, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Modeling, Data Integrity

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular adult education courses

  • The Psychology of Emotions: an introduction to embodied cognition: University of Cambridge
  • Collaborate Effectively for Professional Success: IBM
  • Strategic Choices and Organizational Transformation: Sage Publications
  • Palliative Care Always: Stanford University
  • Authentic Leadership: Madecraft
  • Workplace Compliance & Safety Essentials: LearnKartS
  • Global Human Resource Management: Pearson
  • Customer-Focused Entrepreneurship: Service Insight & Loyalty: University of Arizona
  • Social Impact & Public Policy: University of Michigan
  • Literacy Teaching and Learning: Aims, Approaches and Pedagogies: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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