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Special Education Courses

Special Education courses can help you learn individualized education plans (IEPs), behavior management strategies, inclusive classroom practices, and assessment techniques tailored for diverse learners. You can build skills in adapting curriculum, fostering communication with families, and implementing interventions that support students with varying needs. Many courses introduce tools like assistive technology, data tracking software, and collaborative platforms that enhance teaching effectiveness and promote student engagement.


Popular Special Education Courses and Certifications


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    Microsoft

    Team Building and Leadership in Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Virtual Teams, Team Management, Conflict Management, Teamwork, Leadership, Project Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Intercultural Competence, Communication Strategies, Stakeholder Management, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Goal Setting

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The State University of New York

    Health and Safety of a Home-Based Childcare Center

    Skills you'll gain: Injury Prevention, Accident Prevention, Emotional Intelligence, Emergency Response, Nutrition and Diet, Safety Training, Working With Children, Child Welfare, Child Health, Resilience, Social Skills, Environment Health And Safety, Safety Standards, Health And Safety Standards, Mental Health, Policy Development, Meal Planning And Preparation, First Aid, Record Keeping

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    31 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Creating a Visual Tasks Guide with Microsoft PowerPoint

    Skills you'll gain: Educational Materials, Education Software and Technology, Train The Trainer, Microsoft Office, Personal Development

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    18 reviews

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Desarrollo de tu marca personal

    Skills you'll gain: Branding, Marketing Planning, Strategic Marketing, Brand Awareness, Brand Management, Social Media, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Persona Development, Professional Development, Professional Networking, Goal Setting, Content Creation, Value Propositions, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Competitive Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    87 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    MedCerts

    Pharmacy Technician Intermediate

    Skills you'll gain: Medication Therapy Management, Medical Privacy, Pharmacology, Asepsis, Pharmacy, Drug Interaction, Medication Administration, Patient-centered Care, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacist Assistance, Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Patient Communication, Patient Education And Counseling, Intravenous Therapy, Healthcare Ethics, Sterile Procedure, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Pharmacy Operations, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Infectious Diseases

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    64 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    La formación del pensamiento crítico en la era digital

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, digital literacy, Literacy, Critical Thinking, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Social Impact, Media and Communications, Advocacy, Empowerment, Analytical Skills

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    What does it mean to identify as Transgender or Gender Non-Conforming (TGNC)?

    Skills you'll gain: Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Awareness, Health Disparities, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Advocacy, Public Policies

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    110 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Transgender Medicine for General Medical Providers

    Skills you'll gain: Mental and Behavioral Health, Primary Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Surgery, Patient-centered Care, Treatment Planning, Pharmacotherapy, Endocrinology, Health Equity, Health Care, Patient Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    271 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Making Sense of Supplements

    Skills you'll gain: Sports Medicine, Exercise Science, Nutrition and Diet, Athletic Training, Nutrition Education, Regulatory Compliance, Clinical Nutrition

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    49 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Sydney

    Cultural Competence - Aboriginal Sydney

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Cultural Sensitivity, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Social Studies, Community Development, Public History, Anthropology, Land Management

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    301 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Utrecht University

    Inequality and Democracy

    Skills you'll gain: Lobbying, Political Sciences, Socioeconomics, Tax Laws, Social Sciences, Economics, Commercial Laws, Policy Analysis, Governance

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    59 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Actúa ante el dolor crónico

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Goal Setting, Patient Education And Counseling, Resilience, Stress Management, Mindfulness, Personal Care, Emotional Intelligence, Chronic Diseases, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Behavioral Management, Self-Awareness, Physical Therapy, Exercise Therapy, Communication, Nutrition and Diet

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    294 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular special education courses

  • Team Building and Leadership in Project Management: Microsoft
  • Health and Safety of a Home-Based Childcare Center: The State University of New York
  • Creating a Visual Tasks Guide with Microsoft PowerPoint: Coursera
  • Desarrollo de tu marca personal: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Pharmacy Technician Intermediate: MedCerts
  • La formación del pensamiento crítico en la era digital: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • What does it mean to identify as Transgender or Gender Non-Conforming (TGNC)?: University of Minnesota
  • Transgender Medicine for General Medical Providers: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
  • Making Sense of Supplements: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Cultural Competence - Aboriginal Sydney: The University of Sydney

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