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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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    AI CERTs

    AI Tools, Data, and Experience Design

    Skills you'll gain: User Research, UI/UX Research, Prototyping, Design Research, User Experience, User Experience Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Persona (User Experience), Artificial Intelligence, Experience Design, User Centered Design, Prompt Patterns, User Interface (UI), Design, Design Thinking, User Interface (UI) Design, Wireframing, Presentations, Responsible AI, Professional Development

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Illinois Tech

    New Tech Ventures

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Global Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Business Modeling, Innovation, Team Building, Sales Presentations, Storytelling, Market Research, Entrepreneurial Finance, New Product Development, Value Propositions, Project Design, Relationship Building, Team Leadership, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Financial Planning, Customer Engagement, Business Ethics

    Build toward a degree

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Persuasion and Presence for Program and Project Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Executive Presence, Persuasive Communication, Project Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Non-Verbal Communication, Influencing, Risk Management, Professional Development, Stakeholder Communications, Program Management, Leadership, Communication, Project Management, Emotional Intelligence, Public Speaking, Team Management, Presentations, Team Building, Strategic Communication, Virtual Teams

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    American Council on Exercise

    Coaching and Training Women

    Skills you'll gain: Health And Wellness Coaching, Kinesiology, Coaching, Exercise Science, Motivational Interviewing, Patient Education And Counseling, Empowerment, Gynecology, Sports Medicine, Physiology, Diversity Awareness, Empathy, Anatomy, Endocrinology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    How to Use The IFE-EFE Matrix for Strategic Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Organizational Strategy, Performance Analysis, Internal Auditing, Market Analysis, External Auditing, Entrepreneurship, Leadership

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    IE Business School

    Scale Up Specialization Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Culture Transformation, Case Studies, Growth Strategies, Process Development, Sales, Sales Management, Business Development, Business Planning, Research Reports, Organizational Development, Human Resources, Marketing, Operations Management, People Management, Business Writing, Writing and Editing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidades Anáhuac

    Digital Shield: Cybersecurity for Data and System Protection

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Information Systems Security, Data Security, Malware Protection, Computer Security Awareness Training, Security Controls, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Detection, Network Security, Security Awareness, Security Strategy, Encryption

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat de Barcelona

    Molecular Tumor Board 2021-22

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Oncology, Pathology, Clinical Trials, Molecular Biology, Diagnostic Tests, Patient Education And Counseling, Clinical Research, Treatment Planning, Clinical Practices

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Identifying Transferable Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Project Management, Intercultural Competence, Professional Development, Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Collaboration, Communication Strategies, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Adaptability, Emotional Intelligence, Goal Setting

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Nursing Fundamentals: Skills for Patient Care Excellence

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Patient Education And Counseling, Nursing Process, Clinical Assessment, Basic Nursing Skills, Health Assessment, Patient Safety, Care Management, Patient-centered Care, Communication, Infection Control, Prioritization, Collaboration, Project Documentation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Circular Product Design Frameworks and Certifications

    Skills you'll gain: Human Centered Design, Sustainable Design, Sustainability Standards, Design Thinking, Product Design, Business Leadership, Environmental Regulations, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Sustainability, Product Development, Sustainable Development, Packaging and Labeling, Product Lifecycle Management, Waste Minimization, Regulatory Compliance, Business Strategies

    Build toward a degree

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Negociação e Relações Interculturais

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Intercultural Competence, Relationship Building, Cultural Diversity, International Relations, Business Ethics, Interpersonal Communications, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Communication, Strategic Partnership

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

  • AI Tools, Data, and Experience Design: AI CERTs
  • New Tech Ventures: Illinois Tech
  • Persuasion and Presence for Program and Project Managers: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Coaching and Training Women: American Council on Exercise
  • How to Use The IFE-EFE Matrix for Strategic Analysis: Coursera
  • Scale Up Specialization Capstone : IE Business School
  • Digital Shield: Cybersecurity for Data and System Protection: Universidades Anáhuac
  • Molecular Tumor Board 2021-22 : Universitat de Barcelona
  • Identifying Transferable Skills: University of Minnesota
  • Nursing Fundamentals: Skills for Patient Care Excellence: Coursera

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