Change Management Fundamentals: ADKAR for Beginners

Instructor: Keith Gibson

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

1 hour to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

1 hour to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Apply empathetic leadership techniques to support people through change.
Communicate change clearly, build buy-in, and influence without formal authority.
Teach new behaviors and measure adoption, readiness, and reinforcement.

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Taught in English

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Lead organizational change with confidence using practical, people‑centered strategies inspired by ADKAR, a widely used change management model that helps people adopt change at work. In this course, you’ll learn how to communicate change clearly, build buy‑in, reduce resistance, teach new behaviors, and measure adoption, whether you lead teams, support operations, or influence others without formal authority.

Why This Course Matters Organizations succeed or struggle based on how well people adapt to change. That’s why change management skills are increasingly valuable across business, HR, operations, project coordination, healthcare, customer service, and transformation roles. This course gives you a clear, structured approach for guiding people through change in a human‑centered, supportive way. Career Impact Change management is a highly transferable skill for professionals who help teams adopt new processes, systems, and ways of working. This course helps you build practical workplace skills that support roles in project delivery, operations improvement, people management, HR support, and organizational change initiatives. In interviews you can highlight an awareness of ADKAR, Kotter's Process and Knowles Adult Learning Theory. What You’ll Learn • Lead change with empathy and influence • Build awareness, desire, and buy-in • Teach new behaviors effectively • Measure adoption and reinforcement What Makes This Course Unique ✔ Beginner-friendly and practical ✔ Built around the ADKAR change management model ✔ Utilizes Kotter's 8-Step Process for Leading Change and Knowles Adult Learning Theory ✔ Focused on real workplace communication and adoption ✔ Short lessons designed for efficient learning ✔ Useful for professionals across many industries and roles Who Should Take This Course This course is for team leads, project coordinators, HR professionals, operations staff, healthcare professionals, customer service leaders, and anyone responsible for driving or supporting organizational change. Enroll to build practical change management skills you can apply right away to help people move from awareness to adoption with greater clarity and confidence. Trademark notice: ADKAR® is a registered trademark of Prosci, Inc. This course is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Prosci.

Welcome! In this module, you’ll explore what it means to lead change from any position, even without formal authority. Inspired by the ADKAR model, you’ll learn how to build a compelling case for change and communicate its importance in a way that resonates with others. The lessons focus on overcoming resistance, guiding people through uncertainty, and using empathy as a leadership tool. By the end, you’ll understand how to champion change confidently and credibly within your organization.

What's included

3 videos1 reading1 assignment

This module teaches you how to promote change so that people understand why it matters and feel motivated to support it. You’ll learn to craft a persuasive change narrative that captures attention and builds early buy-in. Influenced by the awareness and desire concepts commonly associated with the ADKAR change model, you'll strengthen your ability to influence attitudes, shift perceptions, and spark momentum. By the end, you’ll be able to communicate change with clarity, confidence, and impact.

What's included

1 video1 reading2 assignments

In this module, you’ll learn how to teach and guide others through change using simple, clear explanations and supportive learning strategies. You’ll explore how adult learning principles can help people better absorb new processes and adapt successfully. The module shows you how to break concepts down, mentor others step‑by‑step, and create an environment where people feel safe asking questions. Inspired by the knowledge and ability stages of the ADKAR framework, you'll become a steady, reliable source of knowledge during times of transition.

What's included

1 video1 reading2 assignments

This last module focuses on measuring the success of your change efforts using practical, easy‑to‑apply metrics. You’ll learn how to track progress, evaluate adoption, and understand whether your strategies are working. The lessons guide you in choosing the right indicators, interpreting results, and adjusting your approach based on data. Measuring adoption helps reinforce lasting change, a principle reflected in the reinforcement stage of the ADKAR change framework. By the end, you’ll be equipped to assess change outcomes with confidence and demonstrate the real impact of your work.