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NLP Courses for Beginners

Beginner NLP courses can help you learn text processing, sentiment analysis, language modeling, and named entity recognition. You can build skills in data cleaning, feature extraction, and understanding linguistic structures. Many courses introduce tools like Python's NLTK and spaCy, that support implementing NLP techniques and working with real datasets.


Popular Beginner NLP Courses and Certifications


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    IBM

    Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI)

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, LLM Application, AI literacy, Natural Language Processing, Robotics, Risk Mitigation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Natural Language Processing with Real-World Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Matplotlib, NumPy, Embeddings, Statistical Visualization, Machine Learning Algorithms, Natural Language Processing, Applied Machine Learning, Data Manipulation, Pivot Tables And Charts, Model Optimization, Machine Learning Methods, Linear Algebra, Deep Learning, Text Mining, Classification Algorithms, Markov Model, Unsupervised Learning, Data Preprocessing, Python Programming

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

    AI in Media

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative AI Agents, Google Gemini, Content Creation, Media Strategy, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), ChatGPT, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Responsible AI, AI Security, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Digital Media Strategy, AI Workflows, Machine Learning Algorithms, Digital Transformation, Algorithms, Business Ethics, Artificial Neural Networks, Agentic systems

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Pragmatic AI Labs

    AI Tooling

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Bedrock, AI Security, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Docker (Software), Prompt Engineering, GitHub Copilot, Token Optimization, Agentic Workflows, AI Orchestration, LLM Application, Debugging, Serverless Computing, Software As A Service, Model Context Protocol, Amazon Web Services, Large Language Modeling, Rust (Programming Language), Code Review, Natural Language Processing, GitHub

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Generative AI Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Data Wrangling, Large Language Modeling, LangChain, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Generative Model Architectures, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), ChatGPT, Generative AI, Restful API, LLM Application, Keras (Neural Network Library), Supervised Learning, Responsible AI, Vector Databases, Fine-tuning, Python Programming

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Edureka

    Machine Learning and NLP Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Methods, Tensorflow, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Text Mining, Deep Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Natural Language Processing, Applied Machine Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Supervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Artificial Intelligence, Classification Algorithms, Data Science, Model Training, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Processing, Data Preprocessing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Edureka

    Natural Language Processing Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Classification Algorithms, Embeddings, Machine Learning Methods, Model Evaluation, Model Training, Dependency Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Intro to Natural Language Processing in Microsoft Azure

    Skills you'll gain: Text Mining, Natural Language Processing, Microsoft Azure, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI literacy, AI Workflows, Analytics, Application Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    AI CERTs

    AI in Healthcare & Drug Discovery

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Responsible AI, Drug Development, AI Product Strategy, Clinical Trials, Tensorflow, Pharmaceuticals, Clinical Research, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), AI Enablement, Healthcare Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, AI Personalization, Generative AI Agents, Regulatory Affairs, Hospital Medicine, Drug Interaction, Agentic systems

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    NLP: Twitter Sentiment Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Model Training, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Text Mining, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Probability & Statistics, Natural Language Processing, Data Preprocessing, Social Media Analytics, Unstructured Data, Classification Algorithms, Python Programming, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Automation

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    IBM

    AI Foundations for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Generative Model Architectures, IBM Cloud, AI Workflows, LLM Application, Workflow Management, AI literacy, No-Code Development, Machine Learning Software, Natural Language Processing, Business Workflow Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Self Service Technologies, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Data Science

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    ChatGPT Playground for Beginners: Intro to NLP AI

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Engineering Tools, Context Engineering, ChatGPT, Patient Communication, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Token Optimization, AI Personalization, Telehealth, Health Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Natural Language Processing

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular nlp courses

  • Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI): IBM
  • Natural Language Processing with Real-World Projects: Packt
  • AI in Media: Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
  • AI Tooling: Pragmatic AI Labs
  • IBM Generative AI Engineering: IBM
  • Machine Learning and NLP Basics: Edureka
  • Natural Language Processing Essentials: Edureka
  • Intro to Natural Language Processing in Microsoft Azure: Microsoft
  • AI in Healthcare & Drug Discovery: AI CERTs
  • NLP: Twitter Sentiment Analysis: Coursera

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