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Critical Thinking Courses

Critical thinking courses can help you learn logical reasoning, argument analysis, problem-solving techniques, and decision-making strategies. You can build skills in evaluating evidence, identifying biases, and constructing coherent arguments. Many courses introduce tools such as logic diagrams and critical analysis frameworks, which help you apply these skills in various contexts, from academic writing to everyday decision-making.


Popular Critical Thinking Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    TypeScript Control Structures

    Skills you'll gain: TypeScript, Scripting, Web Development Tools, Scripting Languages, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    20 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • P

    Packt

    Foundations of NIST Cybersecurity Frameworks

    Skills you'll gain: NIST 800-53, Risk Analysis, Business Risk Management, Security Management, Continuous Monitoring, Security Controls, System Monitoring, Risk Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Enterprise Security, Threat Detection, Auditing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    27 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Parsons School of Design, The New School

    Leveraging Design Methods to Identify Business Opportunities

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Market Opportunities, Business Risk Management, Design and Product, Strategic Thinking, Process Design, Human Centered Design, Innovation, Design, User Experience, Business Modeling, Customer experience strategy (CX), Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    17 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Leeds

    An Introduction to Cryptography

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cybersecurity, Data Security, Data Integrity

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Peking University

    Health Care and Promotion for Infants and Toddlers

    Skills you'll gain: Pediatric Nursing, Infant Care, Pediatrics, Child Health, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Nutrition and Diet, Nursing Care, Working With Children, Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Toileting, Infectious Diseases, Dental Care, Respiratory Care, Immunology, First Aid

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    19 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Power System Stability

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Power, Three-Phase, High Voltage, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Analysis, Low Voltage, Simulations, Power Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Systems Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Differential Equations

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    20 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Glasgow

    Generative AI for Healthcare Students and Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Predictive Modeling, Healthcare Ethics, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Dental Informatics, Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, Health Care, Clinical Informatics, Image Analysis, Health Informatics, Medical Imaging, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    17 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Secure Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, Application Security, DevSecOps, Security Testing, Software Development Methodologies, Configuration Management, Software Development, Software Configuration Management, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Testing, API Testing, Threat Modeling, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud Security, Risk Management Framework, Change Control

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    36 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • W

    Wesleyan University

    Designing and Building Institutional Anti-Racist Spaces

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Workplace inclusivity, Systems Thinking, Community Organizing, Cultural Diversity, Policy Analysis, Storytelling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    10 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Corporate Sustainability

    Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Business, Sustainable Development, Systems Thinking, Corporate Strategy, Sustainability Reporting, Climate Change Mitigation, Business Ethics, Compliance Management, Business Risk Management, Environment and Resource Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Supply Chain Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Communication Strategies

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    20 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    CompTIA CASP+ (CAS-004)

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Public Key Infrastructure, IT Security Architecture, Disaster Recovery, Vulnerability Management, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Assessment, Risk Management, Compliance Management, Regulatory Compliance, Network Security, Infrastructure Security, Cloud Security, Hardening, Security Engineering, Software-Defined Networking

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    19 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Commercial Awareness

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Business Acumen, Competitive Analysis, Sales Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Market Trend, Market Analysis, Business Marketing, Financial Acumen, Strategic Marketing, Market Intelligence, Trend Analysis, Leadership, Business, Business Management, Financial Analysis, Marketing Strategies, Business Metrics, Market Dynamics

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    17 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular critical thinking courses

  • TypeScript Control Structures: Coursera
  • Foundations of NIST Cybersecurity Frameworks: Packt
  • Leveraging Design Methods to Identify Business Opportunities: Parsons School of Design, The New School
  • An Introduction to Cryptography: University of Leeds
  • Health Care and Promotion for Infants and Toddlers: Peking University
  • Power System Stability: L&T EduTech
  • Generative AI for Healthcare Students and Professionals: University of Glasgow
  • Secure Software Development: Packt
  • Designing and Building Institutional Anti-Racist Spaces: Wesleyan University
  • Introduction to Corporate Sustainability: University of Colorado Boulder

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