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Human Rights Courses

Human rights courses can help you learn about international laws, advocacy strategies, and the historical context of human rights movements. You can build skills in critical analysis, effective communication, and policy evaluation. Many courses introduce tools such as legal frameworks, advocacy platforms, and data analysis software, that support assessing human rights violations and promoting social justice initiatives.


Popular Human Rights Courses and Certifications


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    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    Grundlagen der Unfallchirurgie

    Skills you'll gain: Surgical Suturing, Orthopedics, Wound Care, Trauma Care, Splinting, Surgery, Neurology, Anesthesiology, Emergency Medicine, Rehabilitation, Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Treatment Planning, Medical Imaging, Diagnostic Radiology, Clinical Assessment, Diagnostic Tests

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Introduction to Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Scientific Methods, Human Learning, Human Development, Learning Theory, Culture, Biology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Case Studies, Statistical Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Design Thinking for Innovators

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Business Transformation, Process Design, Business Process, Human Centered Design, Service Design, Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Creativity, User Research, User Feedback, Empathy, Critical Thinking

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    Rice University

    Key Concepts in Organizational DE&I

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Diversity, Organizational Development, Organizational Change, Human Resource Policies, Business Ethics, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence

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    Arizona State University

    Digital Creativity

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Research, Content Creation, digital literacy, Storytelling, Creativity, Web Content, Digital Design, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Electronic Media, Multimedia, Diversity Awareness

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    Wesleyan University

    Designing and Building Institutional Anti-Racist Spaces

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Awareness, Social Impact, Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Responsiveness, Community Organizing, World History, Design Thinking, Cultural Diversity, Storytelling, Train The Trainer, Systems Thinking, Training Programs, Discussion Facilitation

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Starweaver

    AI Innovation & Product Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Business Process Modeling, Responsible AI, AI Product Strategy, Business Process, Digital Transformation, Business Process Management, Google Gemini, Workflow Management, AI Enablement, ChatGPT, Market Opportunities, Scalability, Product Management, Generative AI, Sustainable Development, Social Impact, Sustainability Reporting, Prompt Engineering, AI Personalization, Automation

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    Coursera

    Industrial Relations: Fostering Workplace Climate

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Engagement, Conflict Management, Employee Relations, Labor Relations, Staff Management, Team Leadership, Labor Law, Human Resources, Communication, Active Listening, Constructive Feedback, Compliance Training, Diversity and Inclusion

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Product Design and UX/UI Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, User Interface (UI), Usability, Design Thinking, User Interface (UI) Design, User Experience Design, Mockups, User Experience, Wireframing, Usability Testing, User Centered Design, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, Prototyping, User Research

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    Johns Hopkins University

    One Health Investigations of Outbreaks and Spillover Events

    Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Epidemiology, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Investigation, Environment, Environmental Monitoring, Laboratory Testing, Anthropology, Diagnostic Tests, Qualitative Research, Data Collection

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    American Psychological Association

    Student Success

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Resilience, Writing, Literacy, Editing, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Learning Strategies, Human Learning, Mental Concentration, Proofreading, Physiology, Productivity, Psychology, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Time Management, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Critical Thinking, Scientific Methods

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Interpersonal, Developmental, and Evolutionary Perspectives of the Mind

    Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Human Development, Behavioral Economics, Artificial Intelligence, Psychology, Simulations, Anthropology, Mathematical Modeling, Sociology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular human rights courses

  • Grundlagen der Unfallchirurgie: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
  • Introduction to Psychology: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Design Thinking for Innovators: Coursera
  • Key Concepts in Organizational DE&I: Rice University
  • Digital Creativity: Arizona State University
  • Designing and Building Institutional Anti-Racist Spaces: Wesleyan University
  • AI Innovation & Product Strategy: Starweaver
  • Industrial Relations: Fostering Workplace Climate: Coursera
  • Product Design and UX/UI Fundamentals: Microsoft
  • One Health Investigations of Outbreaks and Spillover Events: Johns Hopkins University

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