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Workforce Development Courses

Workforce development courses can help you learn talent acquisition strategies, employee training techniques, performance management, and skills gap analysis. You can build expertise in creating effective onboarding programs, implementing mentorship initiatives, and evaluating workforce effectiveness. Many courses introduce tools like Learning Management Systems (LMS) for training delivery, HR analytics software for performance tracking, and project management tools to streamline workforce initiatives.


Popular Workforce Development Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Art of Visual Storytelling

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Premiere, Video Production, Videography, Post-Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Video Editing, Storyboarding, Storytelling, Cinematography, Media Production, Visual Storytelling, Oral Expression, Editing, Data Import/Export, Writing, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Scripting, Timelines, File Management

    ★ 4.6 (142) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    Deep Teaching Solutions

    学会如何学习:帮助你掌握复杂学科的强大智力工具(Learning How to Learn)

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Learning Strategies, Collaboration, Productivity, Human Learning, Learning Theory, Mental Concentration, Open Mindset, Time Management, Interactive Learning, Creativity, Growth Mindedness, Cognitive flexibility, Self-Awareness, Habit Formation

    ★ 4.9 (1.7K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Washington

    Speaking to persuade: Motivating audiences with solid arguments and moving language

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Motivational Skills, Advocacy, Peer Review, Communication Strategies, Action Oriented, Constructive Feedback, Verbal Strategic Communication, Problem Solving

    ★ 4.8 (352) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Liderazgo Instruccional: Perspectiva Global y Prácticas Locales

    Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Instructional Strategies, Teaching, Pedagogy, Team Collaboration, Case Studies

    ★ 4.8 (746) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • A

    Arizona State University

    Communication For Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Public Speaking, Lecturing, Presentations, Active Listening, Storytelling, Communication, Team Leadership, Teamwork, Social Skills, Influencing, Motion Arguments, Discussion Facilitation, Team Building, Leadership, Team Management, Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Communication Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills

    ★ 4.5 (237) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    Yale University

    The Science of Well-Being for Parents

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Mindfulness, Time Management, Productivity, Parent Communication, Personal Care, Prioritization, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Personal Development, Family Support, Meditation & Breathwork, Child Development, Growth Mindedness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mental Health, Self-Awareness

    ★ 5 (107) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    Imperial College London

    Introduction to Creative Thinking: Tools for Success

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Ideation, Creativity, Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving

    ★ 4.9 (796) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    University of Michigan

    Speaking and Presenting: Poise

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Composure, Communication Strategies, Advocacy

    ★ 4.6 (199) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Coursera

    Build a Professional Resume using Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Applicant Tracking Systems, Professional Development, Graphic Design, Keyword Research, Content Optimization, Business Writing, Recruitment, Data Visualization

    ★ 4.4 (935) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • T

    The University of Edinburgh

    Sit Less, Get Active

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Smart Goals, Patient Education And Counseling, Community Health, Patient Education and Support, Health Education, Health Promotion, Preventative Care, Exercise Science, Self-Motivation, Behavioral Health, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Habit Formation, Motivational Skills, Occupational Health, Overcoming Obstacles

    ★ 4.6 (1.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Zurich

    Teaching Science at University

    Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Experience, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Experimentation, Education and Training, Pedagogy, Lecturing, Student Engagement, Instructing, Interactive Learning, Drive Engagement, Course Development, Scientific Methods, Learning Theory

    ★ 4.6 (196) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Washington

    Speaking to inform: Discussing complex ideas with clear explanations and dynamic slides

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Public Speaking, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Peer Review, Communication, Constructive Feedback, Communication Strategies, Concision, Trustworthiness, Writing, Goal Setting, Organizational Skills

    ★ 4.8 (470) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular workforce development courses

  • The Art of Visual Storytelling: University of Colorado Boulder
  • 学会如何学习:帮助你掌握复杂学科的强大智力工具(Learning How to Learn): Deep Teaching Solutions
  • Speaking to persuade: Motivating audiences with solid arguments and moving language: University of Washington
  • Liderazgo Instruccional: Perspectiva Global y Prácticas Locales: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Communication For Everyone: Arizona State University
  • The Science of Well-Being for Parents: Yale University
  • Introduction to Creative Thinking: Tools for Success: Imperial College London
  • Speaking and Presenting: Poise: University of Michigan
  • Build a Professional Resume using Canva: Coursera
  • Sit Less, Get Active: The University of Edinburgh

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