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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


  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Business Economics

    Skills you'll gain: International Finance, Game Theory, Business, Sustainable Business, Production Management, Market Analysis, Financial Systems

    Build toward a degree

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Utilize Survey Monkey as an Evaluation Tool

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Surveys, Analysis, User Feedback, Employee Training, Events and Conferences, Program Evaluation, Event Marketing, User Accounts

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    10 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Conflict Resolution, Negotiations and Crisis Management

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Mediation, Negotiation, Conflict Management, Diplomacy, Leadership, Governance, Public Safety and National Security, International Relations, Social Justice, Diversity and Inclusion, Decision Making, Case Studies

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Immersify

    Getting Started with Clinical Skills: A Focus on the Patient

    Skills you'll gain: Patient-centered Care, Clinical Supervision, Healthcare Ethics, Basic Patient Care, Dignity in Care, Patient Treatment, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Safety, Patient Evaluation, Health Care, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Health Assessment, Informed Consent, Professionalism, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Empathy, Decision Making, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Pentesting Fundamentals for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Scanning, Penetration Testing, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Metasploit, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Testing, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Exploitation techniques, Brute-force attacks, Virtual Machines, Software Documentation, Technical Documentation, Microsoft Windows, Windows PowerShell, Linux Commands, Scripting, Remote Access Systems

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Environmental Justice

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Development, Environmental Policy, Health Equity, Environmental Laws, Legal Proceedings, Environmental Regulations, Community and Social Work, Cultural Responsiveness, Community Development, Advocacy, Climate Change Adaptation, Policy Analysis, Research, Collaboration, Case Studies

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Exploring the Origins of Selfhood

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Cultural Diversity, digital literacy, Intercultural Competence, Diversity Awareness, Human Development, World History, Psychology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Social Sciences, Social Impact, Sociology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University at Buffalo

    Cleanroom Fundamentals & Semiconductor Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Thermal Management, Manufacturing Processes, Laboratory Equipment, Materials science, Electrical Engineering, Laboratory Procedures, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Safety Standards, Goal Setting, Emerging Technologies, Problem Solving, Self-Starter, Higher Education, Time Management, Critical Thinking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Oxford

    Social Innovation: Strategy for Nonprofit Organisations

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Design Thinking, Organizational Leadership, Innovation, Strategic Planning, Community Development, Sustainable Development, Research and Design, Project Design, Business Planning, Stakeholder Analysis, Growth Strategies, Risk Management, Marketing Strategies, Quality Assurance

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    ISC2

    Information Technologies and Security in Healthcare Settings

    Skills you'll gain: Health Technology, Health Information Management, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Data Management, Health Care, Cloud Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Regulatory Compliance, Information Privacy, Information Management, Data Security, Interoperability, Electronic Medical Record, Records Management, Security Controls, Information Technology

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Google Cloud

    IA generativa: descubre los conceptos fundamentales

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, Unstructured Data, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Security, Deep Learning, Data Ethics, Machine Learning, Business Solutions, Data Access, Data Quality

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Advanced Cybersecurity Topics

    Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Metasploit, Penetration Testing, Exploit development, Exploitation techniques, Threat Modeling, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Operating Systems, Hardening, Malware Protection, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Controls, Authorization (Computing), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, System Programming, Authentications, Data Persistence, Computer Architecture

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Business Economics: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Utilize Survey Monkey as an Evaluation Tool: Coursera
  • Conflict Resolution, Negotiations and Crisis Management: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Getting Started with Clinical Skills: A Focus on the Patient: Immersify
  • Pentesting Fundamentals for Beginners: Packt
  • Environmental Justice: University of Michigan
  • Exploring the Origins of Selfhood: University of Colorado System
  • Cleanroom Fundamentals & Semiconductor Technologies: University at Buffalo
  • Social Innovation: Strategy for Nonprofit Organisations: University of Oxford
  • Information Technologies and Security in Healthcare Settings: ISC2

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