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American History Courses

American History courses can help you learn about key events, influential figures, and social movements that shaped the nation. You can build skills in critical analysis, historical interpretation, and effective communication of complex ideas. Many courses introduce tools like primary source documents, timelines, and digital archives, which enhance your understanding of historical context and enable you to engage with various perspectives on American identity and culture.


Popular American History Courses and Certifications


  • N

    Nanjing University

    Chinese Culture and Contemporary China

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Classical Music, World Music, Social Studies, Cultural Sensitivity, Ancient History, Media and Communications, Art History, Language Learning, Cultural Diversity, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Electronic Media, Intercultural Competence, Performing Arts, Anthropology, Sociology, Nutrition and Diet

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    528 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Exam MS-100 Microsoft 365 Identity and Services Course

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • A

    American Psychological Association

    Eating-Related Disorders and Disorders of Sleep

    Skills you'll gain: Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Behavioral Health, Psychiatry, Nutrition and Diet, Mental Health, Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Patient Evaluation, Cultural Diversity, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Diagnostic Tests, Health Education, Pharmacotherapy, Patient Treatment, Clinical Assessment, Physiology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Y

    Yale University

    Narrative Economics

    Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Economics, Storytelling, Economics, Economic Development, Financial Forecasting, Forecasting, Socioeconomics, Social Studies, Market Dynamics, Consumer Behaviour, Analysis, Labor Relations

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    900 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • R

    Rice University

    Medical Terminology

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Medical History Documentation, Pulmonology, Cardiology, Electronic Medical Record System, Medical Records, Endocrinology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Orthopedics, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Neurology, Gynecology, Urology, Hematology, Anatomy, Immunology, Diagnostic Tests, Patient Treatment, Physiology, Communication

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • S

    Sapienza University of Rome

    At the Origins of the Mediterranean Civilization: Archaeology of the City from the Levant to the West - 3rd-1st millennium BC

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, World History, Art History, Social Sciences, Anthropology, Water Resources, European History, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Economics

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    428 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Sungkyunkwan University

    Zhu Xi and Jeong Yak-yong in Comparative Perspective

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Liberal Arts, Research, Culture, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, World History

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Designing Breakthrough Timed Commercials

    Skills you'll gain: Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing Materials, Media and Communications, Media Strategy, Online Advertising, Electronic Media, Marketing Communications, Content Creation, Video Production, Digital Advertising, Copywriting, Social Media Campaigns, Video Editing, Social Media, Strategic Communication, Design, Business Communication, Design Thinking, Design Elements And Principles

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    Altcoins & Memecoins: Cryptocurrency Beyond Bitcoin

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Digital Assets, FinTech, Emerging Technologies, Investments, Technical Analysis, Market Trend, Risk Analysis, Financial Market, Security Awareness, Market Dynamics

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Iniciación a los jeroglíficos egipcios

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Grammar, Writing, Language Learning, Vocabulary, Literacy, Art History, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    332 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    The Business of Health Care

    Skills you'll gain: People Management, Financial Reporting, Financial Acumen, Financial Data, Financial Statements, Social Determinants Of Health, Managed Care, Operations Management, Income Statement, Employee Performance Management, Financial Analysis, Leadership and Management, Health Systems, Health Care Administration, Innovation, Value-Based Care, Process Improvement and Optimization, Decision Making, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Insurance

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    2K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Designing Breakthrough Static Advertisements

    Skills you'll gain: Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing Materials, Marketing Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Design, Online Advertising, Design Elements And Principles, Digital Advertising, Copywriting, Design Thinking, Marketing Communications, Social Media Campaigns, Branding, Creativity, Strategic Communication, Social Media, Target Audience, Business Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular american history courses

  • Chinese Culture and Contemporary China : Nanjing University
  • Exam MS-100 Microsoft 365 Identity and Services Course: Packt
  • Eating-Related Disorders and Disorders of Sleep: American Psychological Association
  • Narrative Economics: Yale University
  • Medical Terminology: Rice University
  • At the Origins of the Mediterranean Civilization: Archaeology of the City from the Levant to the West - 3rd-1st millennium BC: Sapienza University of Rome
  • Zhu Xi and Jeong Yak-yong in Comparative Perspective: Sungkyunkwan University
  • Designing Breakthrough Timed Commercials: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Altcoins & Memecoins: Cryptocurrency Beyond Bitcoin: Alex Genadinik
  • Iniciación a los jeroglíficos egipcios: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

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