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Adult Education Courses

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.


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Popular Adult Education Courses and Certifications


  • C

    Coursera

    Building a Business Case Template in Power Point

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft PowerPoint, Presentations, Sales Presentations, Business Planning, Proposal Development, Fundraising, Financial Acumen, Business Communication, Entrepreneurship

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    36 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Cape Town

    Capstone Course: Start Up Your Fintech Future

    Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Video Production, Entrepreneurship, FinTech, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Presentations, Financial Regulations, Value Propositions, Innovation, Brainstorming, Market Opportunities, Customer Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    18 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Take your resume to the next level with Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Design, Visual Design, Layout Design, Entrepreneurship, Critical Thinking

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    20 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado System

    Psychosocial and Spiritual Aspects of Palliative Care

    Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Patient Communication, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Care Management, Patient Advocacy, Psychosocial Assessments, Family Support, Mental Health, Stress Management, Cultural Diversity

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    92 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Crafting Strategies for Innovation Initiatives for Corporate Entrepreneurs

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Internal Auditing, Corporate Strategy, Overcoming Objections, Organizational Structure, Organizational Change, Entrepreneurship, Culture Transformation, New Business Development, Business Strategy

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    29 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Product Design for the Circular Economy

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Design, Sustainable Engineering, Sustainable Business, Business Leadership, Waste Minimization, Product Design, Product Lifecycle Management, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Regulations, Process Improvement, Materials science

    Build toward a degree

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    D

    Dassault Systèmes

    SOLIDWORKS Revolution and Cut Features

    Skills you'll gain: SolidWorks (CAD), 3D Modeling, Computer-Aided Design, Mechanical Design, Technical Design

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    24 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    D

    Duke University

    Telehealth: Essentials, Teamwork, and HEENT Exam

    Skills you'll gain: Telehealth, Teamwork, Patient Communication, Patient Evaluation, Collaboration, Health Technology, Clinical Assessment, Vital Signs, Health Assessment, Patient Preparation, Health Care, Patient Coordination, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Patient Treatment, Patient Flow, End User Training and Support, Primary Care, Telecommunications, Communication

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    20 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Suffering and the Human Condition

    Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Culture, Social Impact, Media and Communications, Disabilities, Electronic Media, World History, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    19 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    J

    Johns Hopkins University

    A Public Health Approach to Hearing Loss and Aging

    Skills you'll gain: Gerontology, Health Policy, Public Health, Health Disparities, Epidemiology, Medicare, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Care, Long Term Care, Health Systems, Patient Education And Counseling, Communication Disorders, Patient-centered Care, Disabilities

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Global Marketing: Cultural Frameworks

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Intercultural Competence, Global Marketing, Organizational Structure, Consumer Behaviour, Brand Management, Human Resource Management, Coordination

    Build toward a degree

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    14 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

    Integrando PAIDEIA en tu curso

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Management Systems, Education Software and Technology, Virtual Environment, Content Management, System Configuration, User Interface (UI)

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Building a Business Case Template in Power Point: Coursera
  • Capstone Course: Start Up Your Fintech Future: University of Cape Town
  • Take your resume to the next level with Canva: Coursera
  • Psychosocial and Spiritual Aspects of Palliative Care: University of Colorado System
  • Crafting Strategies for Innovation Initiatives for Corporate Entrepreneurs: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Product Design for the Circular Economy: University of Colorado Boulder
  • SOLIDWORKS Revolution and Cut Features: Dassault Systèmes
  • Telehealth: Essentials, Teamwork, and HEENT Exam: Duke University
  • Suffering and the Human Condition: University of Colorado Boulder
  • A Public Health Approach to Hearing Loss and Aging: Johns Hopkins University

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