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Self Paced Courses

Self-paced courses can help you learn time management, goal setting, and effective study techniques. You can build skills in self-discipline, critical thinking, and adapting learning strategies to fit your personal style. Many courses introduce tools like digital planners, productivity apps, and online resources that enhance your learning experience and help you track your progress.


Popular Self Paced Courses and Certifications


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    Macquarie University

    Build personal resilience

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Resilience, Personal Development, Time Management, Productivity, Mental Health, Organizational Skills, Mindfulness, Self-Awareness, Goal Setting, Interpersonal Communications

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.6K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Active Listening: Enhancing Communication Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Social Skills, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Interpersonal Communications, Conflict Management, Cultural Diversity, Non-Verbal Communication, Relationship Building, Self-Awareness, Communication, Adaptability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    611 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Berklee

    Singing Popular Music

    Skills you'll gain: Music Performance, Self-Awareness, Music, Verbal Communication Skills, Performing Arts, Creativity

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    185 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    American Psychological Association

    Discover Yourself, Build Relationships, and Navigate Groups

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Relationship Building, Personal Development, Psychology, Relationship Management, Self-Motivation, Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Diversity, Behavior Management, Human Relations Movement, Decision Making, Goal Setting, Sociology, Social Sciences, Interpersonal Communications, Cognitive flexibility, Critical Thinking, Mindfulness, Research, Case Studies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    45 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Creating Business Value with Data and Looker

    Skills you'll gain: Looker (Software), Dashboard, Data Governance, Digital Transformation, Data Literacy, Data Strategy, Real Time Data, Google Cloud Platform, Data Modeling, Business Transformation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Management, Data Warehousing, Data Storytelling, Data Analysis, Pivot Tables And Charts, Performance Tuning, Ad Hoc Analysis, Query Languages

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    459 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidad de los Andes

    PlanU: escoge la mejor carrera y universidad para ti

    Skills you'll gain: Adaptability, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Planning, Personal Development, Academic Advising, Higher Education, Goal Setting, Family Support, Research

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    736 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    Adaptability and Resiliency

    Skills you'll gain: Adaptability, Resilience, Personal Attributes, Professional Development, Action Oriented, Overcoming Obstacles, Self-Awareness, Cognitive flexibility, Growth Mindedness, Personal Development, Relationship Building, Plan Execution, Composure, Productivity, Planning, Behavioral Management, Positivity, Optimism

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    778 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Leading Diverse Teams & Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Training, People Management, Growth Mindedness, Diversity Awareness, Team Management, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Diversity Programs, Leadership, Open Mindset, Social Justice, Leadership Studies, Empowerment, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Human Resource Policies, Organizational Change

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    469 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Workplace Culture for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Team Leadership, Compassion, Influencing, Emotional Intelligence, Team Building, Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Social Skills, digital literacy, Self-Awareness, Media and Communications, Digital Communications, Interpersonal Communications, Decision Making, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Independent Thinking, Open Mindset, Conflict Management, Accountability

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    118 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Better Business Writing in English

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Proposal Writing, Business Correspondence, Presentations, Report Writing, Writing, Microsoft PowerPoint, Business Communication, Grammar, Peer Review, Editing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    513 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Preparation for Job Interviews

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Recruitment, Oral Expression, Follow Through, Communication, Business Writing

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    960 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    The State University of New York

    Foundations for Assisting in Home Care

    Skills you'll gain: Home Health Care, Nutrition and Diet, Geriatrics, Cultural Diversity, Caregiving, Working With Children, Meal Planning And Preparation, Patient Communication, Disabilities, Basic Patient Care, Mental and Behavioral Health, Family Support, Child Development, Dignity in Care, Patient Safety

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    671 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular self paced courses

  • Build personal resilience: Macquarie University
  • Active Listening: Enhancing Communication Skills: Coursera
  • Singing Popular Music: Berklee
  • Discover Yourself, Build Relationships, and Navigate Groups: American Psychological Association
  • Creating Business Value with Data and Looker: Google Cloud
  • PlanU: escoge la mejor carrera y universidad para ti: Universidad de los Andes
  • Adaptability and Resiliency: University of California, Davis
  • Leading Diverse Teams & Organizations: University of Michigan
  • Workplace Culture for Everyone: Arizona State University
  • Better Business Writing in English: Georgia Institute of Technology

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