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Adult Education Courses

Courses in adult education can help you learn instructional design, assessment strategies, and effective facilitation techniques. You can build skills in creating engaging learning experiences, understanding diverse learner needs, and applying various teaching methodologies. Many courses introduce tools like learning management systems, assessment software, and collaborative platforms that enhance the educational experience and support ongoing learner engagement.


Popular Adult Education Courses and Certifications


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    University of California, Irvine

    Personnel & Third-Party Security

    Skills you'll gain: Vendor Management, Security Awareness, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Management, Threat Management, Security Controls, Human Factors (Security), Asset Protection, Cyber Risk, People Management, Due Diligence

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Constructores de Paz

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Student-Centred Learning, Lifelong Learning, Journals, Mindfulness, Active Listening

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    McMaster University

    Szemléletváltás

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Learning Strategies, Willingness To Learn, Open Mindset, Growth Mindedness, Adaptability, Professional Development, Mentorship, Productivity, Personal Development, Stress Management, Overcoming Obstacles, Learning Styles, Creativity, Time Management, Social Studies, Cultural Diversity

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Digital Health Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Health Technology, Telehealth, Health Systems, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Care, Medicaid, Medical Terminology, Health Policy, Entrepreneurship, Payment Systems, Medicare, Social Determinants Of Health, Value-Based Care, Data-Driven Decision-Making

    4.3
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Diagnóstico y tratamiento del dolor neuropático en atención primaria

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Neurology, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Evaluation, Diagnostic Tests, Patient-centered Care, Patient Treatment, Primary Care, General Medicine, Medical History Documentation, Science and Research, Clinical Assessment, Chronic Diseases, Public Health, Pharmacology

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    University of Copenhagen

    Tackling cardiometabolic diseases – insights from India

    Skills you'll gain: Chronic Diseases, Primary Care, Preventative Care, Long Term Care, Health Care, Health Disparities, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Medical Management, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Promotion, Care Management, Community Health, Patient Education And Counseling, Public Health, Nutrition and Diet, Diagnostic Tests, Socioeconomics, Clinical Nutrition, Education and Training, Exercise Science

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Moving Beyond Basics: Dairy Nutrition and Diet Formulation

    Skills you'll gain: Nutritional Assessment, Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Clinical Nutrition, Food Quality Assurance And Control

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Voxy

    Beginner English: About You

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Language Learning, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Vocabulary, Professional Development, Communication, Personal Development, Grammar, Self-Awareness

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    社会调查与研究方法 (下)Methodologies in Social Research (Part 2)

    Skills you'll gain: Survey Creation, Interviewing Skills, Statistical Analysis, Data Quality, Research Methodologies, Data Cleansing, Data Collection, Research Design, Scientific Methods, Social Sciences, Case Studies, Data Mining, Quantitative Research, Qualitative Research, Research Reports, Big Data

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Teaching Reluctant Writers

    Skills you'll gain: Student Engagement, Teaching, Empowerment, Instructional Strategies, Writing, Mentorship, Case Studies, Literacy, Constructive Feedback

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    كيفية السيطرة على التوتر والقلق

    Skills you'll gain: Personal Development, Stress Management, Composure, Professional Development, Mindfulness, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Physical Therapy, Physiology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Diseño e innovación de modelo de negocios

    Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Business Strategy, Design Thinking, Business Process, Storytelling, Business Strategies, Strategic Planning, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Systems Thinking, New Business Development, Shared Media, Organizational Development, Business Development, Presentations, Business Research, Data Storytelling, Creative Thinking, Process Analysis, Diagram Design

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

  • Personnel & Third-Party Security: University of California, Irvine
  • Constructores de Paz: Universidad de los Andes
  • Szemléletváltás: McMaster University
  • Introduction to Digital Health Entrepreneurship: Johns Hopkins University
  • Diagnóstico y tratamiento del dolor neuropático en atención primaria: Universidad de los Andes
  • Tackling cardiometabolic diseases – insights from India: University of Copenhagen
  • Moving Beyond Basics: Dairy Nutrition and Diet Formulation: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Beginner English: About You: Voxy
  • 社会调查与研究方法 (下)Methodologies in Social Research (Part 2): Peking University
  • Teaching Reluctant Writers: Johns Hopkins University

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