Critical thinking courses can help you learn logical reasoning, argument analysis, problem-solving techniques, and decision-making strategies. You can build skills in evaluating evidence, identifying biases, and constructing coherent arguments. Many courses introduce tools such as logic diagrams and critical analysis frameworks, which help you apply these skills in various contexts, from academic writing to everyday decision-making.

Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Endpoint Security, Hardening, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Firewall, Network Administration, Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Cloud Computing, Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management, Email Security, Network Infrastructure, Network Protocols, Authentications, System Configuration
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Software Testing, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Business Logic, Secure Coding, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Test Case, Identity and Access Management, Authentications, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Modeling, Encryption, Data Validation, Network Protocols, Authorization (Computing), Web Applications
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Python Programming, Scripting, Data Cleansing, Automation, Computational Thinking, Scripting Languages, Computer Programming, Application Programming Interface (API)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, Usability, Human Centered Design, Human Factors, Human Computer Interaction, Software Testing, User Experience Design, User Interface (UI), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Experience, User Research, Risk Management Framework, Law, Regulation, and Compliance
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Theoretical Computer Science, Logical Reasoning, Experimentation, Artificial Intelligence, Computational Thinking, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Simulations, Psychology, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Algorithms
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Authorization (Computing), Azure Active Directory, Cloud Infrastructure, Authentications, Cloud Security, Event Monitoring, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Infrastructure Security, Identity and Access Management, System Monitoring, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Management, Active Directory, Network Monitoring, Data Governance, Cloud Applications, Personally Identifiable Information, Security Management, Information Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Human Development, Psychology, Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Diversity, Adaptability, Social Sciences, Sociology, Goal Setting
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Technical Management, Business Ethics, Engineering Management, Decision Making, Ethical Standards And Conduct, IT Management, Leadership
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Oracle Cloud, Large Language Modeling, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Supervised Learning, Prompt Engineering, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Unsupervised Learning, Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Value Propositions, Competitive Analysis, Entrepreneurship, New Business Development, Market Research, Innovation, Strategic Planning, Organizational Strategy, Spreadsheet Software, Leadership
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Linux, Authentications, Remote Access Systems, Linux Administration, User Accounts, Authorization (Computing), Security Controls, System Configuration, Command-Line Interface, Cryptographic Protocols
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Packt
Skills you'll gain: Windows PowerShell, Scripting, IT Automation, Command-Line Interface, System Configuration, File Management, Software Installation, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Data Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks