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    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Psychological First Aid

      Skills you'll gain: Triage, Crisis Intervention, Emergency Response, Trauma Care, Emergency Services, Psychological Evaluations, Interpersonal Communications, Mental Health, Patient Education And Counseling, Stress Management, Patient Referral

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      20K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Good with Words: Speaking and Presenting

      Skills you'll gain: Tactfulness, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication, Negotiation, Cognitive flexibility, Communication Strategies, Presentations, Creativity, Empathy, Social Skills, Professionalism, Active Listening, Optimism, Adaptability, Interpersonal Communications, Self-Awareness

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      301 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • I

      Intuit

      Intuit Academy Bookkeeping

      Skills you'll gain: Reconciliation, Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Inventory Accounting, Payroll, Bookkeeping, QuickBooks (Accounting Software), Payroll Administration, Inventory Control, Payroll Processing, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Depreciation, Fixed Asset, Payroll Tax, Property Accounting, Financial Analysis, Sales Tax, Ledgers (Accounting), Accounting

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      7.3K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Science of Exercise

      Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Nutrition and Diet, Health Assessment, Pharmacology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Preventative Care, Respiration, Anatomy, Chronic Diseases, Vital Signs, Biochemistry, Biology, Cardiology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      4.7K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      T

      The University of Edinburgh

      Animal Behaviour and Welfare

      Skills you'll gain: Behavior Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Qualitative Research, Healthcare Ethics, Environmental Issue, Scientific Methods, Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      5.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Security in Google Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Identity and Access Management, Data Loss Prevention, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Prompt Engineering, Kubernetes, Cloud Security, Containerization, OAuth, Cloud Storage, Cloud Services, Application Deployment, Virtual Machines, Security Controls, Cloud Computing, Application Development, Data Storage Technologies, Threat Management, Virtual Private Networks (VPN)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      49K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: AI skills
      AI skills
      M

      Meta

      Meta Social Media Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Paid media, Social Media Management, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Analytics, Target Audience, Content Creation, Instagram, Marketing Budgets, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Campaigns, Campaign Management, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing, Performance Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Goal Setting, Advertising, Facebook, Advertising Campaigns

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      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      21K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Digital Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Online Advertising, Marketing Analytics, Keyword Research, Email Marketing, Digital Media Strategy, Digital Advertising, Google Analytics, Analytics, Marketing Communications, Content Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Web Analytics, Marketing Strategies, Integrated Marketing Communications, Performance Analysis, Trend Analysis, Consumer Behaviour

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      23K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Digital Transformation Using AI/ML with Google Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Serverless Computing, Digital Transformation, Cloud Services, Data Ethics, Cloud Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platform, Application Programming Interface (API), Applied Machine Learning, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Computing, Public Cloud, Technical Management, Business Transformation, Containerization, Cloud-Native Computing, Multi-Cloud, IT Management, Machine Learning, Software As A Service

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      7.3K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      S

      Stanford University

      Cryptography I

      Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Data Encryption Standard, Encryption, Key Management, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cybersecurity, Authentications, Data Integrity, Secure Coding, Algorithms

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      4.4K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Strategic Communication Campaigns

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Communication, Communication Planning, Target Audience, Campaign Management, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Advertising Campaigns, Resource Allocation, Media Strategy, Brand Management, Public Relations, Brand Strategy, Paid media, Social Media Campaigns, Earned Media, Communication Strategies, Integrated Marketing Communications, Program Evaluation, Content Performance Analysis, Owned Media

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      35 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • G

      Google

      Foundations of Digital Marketing and E-commerce

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Digital Advertising, Customer experience strategy (CX), Performance Measurement, E-Commerce, Marketing Strategies, Digital Marketing, Marketing Channel, Customer Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Search Engine Marketing, Brand Marketing, Content Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media Marketing, Target Audience

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      27K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular public policy courses

    • Psychological First Aid: Johns Hopkins University
    • Good with Words: Speaking and Presenting: University of Michigan
    • Intuit Academy Bookkeeping: Intuit
    • Science of Exercise: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Animal Behaviour and Welfare: The University of Edinburgh
    • Security in Google Cloud: Google Cloud
    • Meta Social Media Marketing: Meta
    • Digital Marketing: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Digital Transformation Using AI/ML with Google Cloud: Google Cloud
    • Cryptography I: Stanford University

    Frequently Asked Questions about Public Policy

    Public policy courses cover a variety of topics essential for understanding and shaping public policies. These include the fundamentals of policy analysis, public administration, and political science. Learners will explore topics such as economic policy, social policy, and environmental policy. Advanced courses might cover areas like policy evaluation, public budgeting, and legislative processes. Practical exercises and case studies help learners apply these concepts to real-world policy issues, enhancing their analytical and decision-making skills.‎

    Choosing the right public policy course depends on your current skill level and career aspirations. Beginners should look for courses that cover the basics of policy analysis, public administration, and an introduction to different policy areas. Those with some experience might benefit from intermediate courses focusing on specific policy areas like economic policy, social policy, and methods for policy evaluation. Advanced learners or professionals seeking specialized knowledge might consider courses on public budgeting, legislative processes, or preparing for certifications like Certified Public Policy Analyst (CPPA). Reviewing course content, instructor expertise, and learner feedback can help ensure the course aligns with your goals.‎

    A certificate in public policy can open up various career opportunities in government, non-profit organizations, and the private sector. Common roles include policy analyst, public affairs specialist, legislative assistant, and program manager. These positions involve analyzing policy issues, developing and advocating for policies, conducting research, and managing public programs. With the increasing importance of informed policy-making in addressing societal challenges, earning a certificate in public policy can significantly enhance your career prospects and opportunities for advancement in fields such as government, public administration, and policy research.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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