Paleontology courses can help you learn fossil identification, geological mapping, evolutionary biology, and the history of life on Earth. You can build skills in data analysis, fieldwork techniques, and the use of scientific methods to interpret findings. Many courses introduce tools like GIS software for mapping fossil sites, 3D modeling for reconstructing ancient organisms, and lab equipment for analyzing samples, all of which enhance your understanding of past ecosystems and the processes that shaped them.

American Museum of Natural History
Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Social Determinants Of Health, Infectious Diseases, Immunology, Epidemiology, Public Health, Pathology, Microbiology, Mathematical Modeling, Molecular Biology, Taxonomy, Cell Biology, Diagnostic Tests, Clinical Trials
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

American Museum of Natural History
Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Environment, Hazard Analysis, Spatial Data Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, General Science and Research, Environmental Science, Scientific Methods
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Caltech
Skills you'll gain: Science and Research, Research, Physical Science, Scientific Methods, Life Sciences, Environmental Science, Physics, Water Resources, Advanced Mathematics, Chemistry, Environment, Biology
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Dental Informatics, Dental Procedures, Dentistry, Dental Care, Oral Health, Disabilities, Biomedical Technology, Biomedical Engineering, Emerging Technologies, Digital Transformation, Medical Imaging, Computer-Aided Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Politecnico di Milano
Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Architectural Design, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Social Studies, Architecture and Construction, World History, Physical Science, Cultural Diversity, General Science and Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Research, Science and Research, Ancient History, Biology, Physics, Anthropology
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, European History, Taxonomy, Specimen Collection, Scientific Methods
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universiteit Leiden
Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Medical Imaging, Pathology, Patient Evaluation, Diagnostic Radiology, General Surgery, Physiology, Clinical Assessment, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Medical Terminology
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
The University of Edinburgh
Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, Culture, Research, Diversity Awareness, Science and Research, Systems Thinking, Anthropology, Biology, Physical Science, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Biology, Child Development, Music, Decision Making, Liberal Arts, Education and Training, Psychology, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Business Economics, Clinical Trials
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Skills you'll gain: Human Musculoskeletal System, Sports Medicine, Pulmonology, Respiration, Endocrinology, Cardiology, Anatomy, Physiology, Kinesiology, Orthopedics, Neurology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Anatomy, Anthropology, Environmental Science, Cell Biology, Taxonomy, Microbiology, Physiology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months