Cognitive Science courses can help you learn about human perception, language processing, decision-making, and neural networks. You can build skills in critical thinking, data analysis, and experimental design, which are vital for understanding how the mind works. Many courses introduce tools like Python for data analysis, statistical software for research, and simulation programs to model cognitive processes, allowing you to apply your knowledge in practical settings.

Skills you'll gain: Adobe After Effects, Motion Graphics, Animations, Graphic and Visual Design, Storyboarding, Adobe Photoshop, Video Editing, Photo/Video Production and Technology, 3D Assets, Layout Design, Timelines, Color Matching
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Sprint Planning, Jira (Software), Scrum (Software Development), User Story, Meeting Facilitation, Backlogs, Agile Methodology, Project Planning, Project Estimation, Agile Project Management, Estimation, Work Breakdown Structure, Workflow Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI) Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Responsible AI, Governance, Data Management, Generative AI, Metadata Management, Security Controls, AI Security, Data Quality, Data Access, Identity and Access Management, Benchmarking, Data Security, Compliance Management, Quality Assurance and Control
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Video Game Development, Game Design, Programming Principles, Animation and Game Design, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Problem Solving, Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Program Development, Software Engineering, Python Programming, Algorithms, Pseudocode, Data Structures, Application Design, Debugging, Problem Management, Computer Science, Functional Testing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Eclipse (Software), Java, Java Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Sample Size Determination, Survey Creation, Data Collection, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Interviewing Skills, Surveys, Research Design, STATA (Software), Data Integration, Data Validation, Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Stata, Data Quality, Statistical Modeling, Qualitative Research, Data Cleansing, R Programming
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Business Intelligence, Power BI, Financial Reporting, Business Reporting, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard, Microsoft Excel, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Cleansing, Data Import/Export, Data Sharing, Data Validation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, Kanban Principles, Agile Software Development, Software Development Methodologies, Software Development Life Cycle, Scrum (Software Development), Software Engineering, Process Driven Development
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Graphic and Visual Design, Image Analysis, Design Elements And Principles
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Agentic systems, Responsible AI, Compliance Management, Governance, Regulatory Compliance, Artificial Intelligence, Risk Analysis, Case Studies, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Risk Management, Accountability, Regulatory Requirements
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks