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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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    Coursera

    A Clinician's Guide: Soft Skills for Better Patient Outcomes

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Patient Education and Support, Constructive Feedback, Resilience, Emotional Intelligence, Compassion, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Empathy, Employee Engagement, Telehealth, Interpersonal Communications, Self-Awareness, Active Listening, Communication, Data Analysis, Cultural Sensitivity, Quality Improvement, Leadership and Management, Continuous Improvement Process

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Leading Technical Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Strategic Leadership, Strategic Planning, Leadership Studies, Workplace inclusivity, Leadership Development, Leadership, Business Ethics, Business Planning, Critical Thinking, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Team Building, Professional Development, Team Leadership, Organizational Change, Business Strategy, Diversity and Inclusion, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Leadership, Change Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    54 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    California Institute of the Arts

    Plan a Successful Freelancing Business

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Business Strategies, Market Analysis, Market Opportunities, Value Propositions, Peer Review, Market Research, Entrepreneurship, Strategic Thinking, Service Design, Constructive Feedback, Goal Setting, Needs Assessment

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    307 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Cape Town

    Fintech Startups in Emerging Markets

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Business Modeling, Blockchain, Bank Regulations, Cryptography, Financial Regulations, FinTech, Cryptographic Protocols, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Financial Regulation, Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Planning, Emerging Technologies, Financial Systems, Video Production, Machine Learning Methods, Innovation, Market Opportunities, Sales Presentations

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    282 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Program Management and the Art of Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Communications, User Story, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Stakeholder Management, Persuasive Communication, Target Audience, Non-Verbal Communication, Team Performance Management, Communication Planning, Influencing, Professional Development, Leadership and Management, Strategic Communication, Data Management, Negotiation, Rapport Building, Data Presentation, Product Requirements

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    148 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidad Austral

    El trabajo por proyectos en escuelas de contextos rurales

    Skills you'll gain: Project Documentation, Differentiated Instruction, Project Design, Program Evaluation, Education and Training, Curriculum Planning, Problem Solving, Curriculum Development, Student-Centred Learning, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Teaching, Pedagogy, Planning, Student Engagement, Drive Engagement, Diversity Awareness

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    247 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Using Google Forms for Student Success

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Google Workspace, Digital pedagogy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    242 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of California, Davis

    Management of Multinational and Cross-Cultural Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Teams, Team Leadership, Intercultural Competence, Diversity Awareness, Team Management, Cultural Diversity, Organizational Leadership, Diversity Training, Team Building, Diversity and Inclusion, Rapport Building, Cultural Sensitivity, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Leadership Development, Team Performance Management, Drive Engagement, Team Collaboration, Interpersonal Communications

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    127 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidades Anáhuac

    Liderazgo efectivo y colaboración con inteligencia emocional

    Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Team Collaboration, Team Management, Personal Development, Team Leadership, Team Performance Management, Organizational Leadership, Teamwork, Staff Management, Collaboration, Team Motivation, Professional Development, Personal Attributes, Productivity, Leadership, Motivational Skills, Overcoming Obstacles, Communication

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    78 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Product Development for Technical Managers

    Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Product Development, Product Strategy, Product Design, Design Thinking, Product Planning, Innovation, Persona Development, Product Management, Team Management, Conceptual Design, Prototyping, Team Performance Management, Market Research, Sustainable Business, Design and Product, Project Portfolio Management, Agile Product Development, Marketing, Product Marketing

    Build toward a degree

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    39 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Amazon Web Services

    Skills for Working as an AWS Cloud Consultant

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Relationship Building, Business Consulting, Relationship Management, Consulting, Leadership, Trustworthiness, Amazon Web Services, Adaptability, Analytical Skills, Branding, Project Management, Brand Management, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Business Requirements

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    65 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SkillUp

    Get Started with Mail and Calendar Applications: Outlook

    Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Microsoft Outlook, Calendar Management, Gmail, Setting Appointments, Meeting Facilitation, Organizational Skills, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Scheduling, Encryption, Productivity Software

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    94 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • A Clinician's Guide: Soft Skills for Better Patient Outcomes: Coursera
  • Leading Technical Organizations: Johns Hopkins University
  • Plan a Successful Freelancing Business: California Institute of the Arts
  • Fintech Startups in Emerging Markets: University of Cape Town
  • Program Management and the Art of Communication: University of Maryland, College Park
  • El trabajo por proyectos en escuelas de contextos rurales: Universidad Austral
  • Using Google Forms for Student Success: Coursera
  • Management of Multinational and Cross-Cultural Teams: University of California, Davis
  • Liderazgo efectivo y colaboración con inteligencia emocional: Universidades Anáhuac
  • Product Development for Technical Managers: University of Colorado Boulder

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