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Problem Solving Courses

Problem solving courses can help you learn critical thinking, analytical reasoning, creative brainstorming, and decision-making strategies. You can build skills in identifying root causes, evaluating solutions, and implementing effective action plans. Many courses introduce tools like flowcharts, mind mapping software, and data analysis techniques, which help you visualize problems and track progress.

Popular Problem Solving Courses and Certifications


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    Sage Publications

    Understanding Leadership for Nursing Associates

    Skills you'll gain: Nursing Management, Clinical Leadership, Health Information Management, Interpersonal Communications, Health Informatics, Health Care, Nursing Practices, Care Management, Leadership, Compassion, Nursing, Patient Safety, Teamwork, Verbal Communication Skills, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Emotional Intelligence, Quality Improvement, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Java Foundations Bootcamp - Learn by Coding & Quizzes - 2026

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Development Environment, Program Development, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Java, Integrated Development Environments, Maintainability, Code Reusability, Memory Management, Computational Logic, Debugging, Software Installation, Command-Line Interface, Problem Solving

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidad Nacional de Colombia

    Cuidando a los cuidadores

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Caregiving, Home Health Care, Patient Education and Support, Family Support, Patient-centered Care, Health Care, Chronic Diseases, Preventative Care, Patient Observation, Patient Communication, Recognizing Others, Stress Management, Case Studies, Health Assessment, Emotional Intelligence, Needs Assessment, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Psychosocial Assessments

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    ESSCA School of Management

    Creativity Methods in Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Innovation, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Brainstorming, Creative Problem-Solving, Generative AI, Human Centered Design, Problem Solving, AI literacy, Product Development, Needs Assessment

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    Critical Thinking and Decision Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Deductive Reasoning, Decision Making, Problem Solving, Analytical Skills, Positivity, Open Mindset

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI and ChatGPT for K-12 Educators

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, AI powered creativity, Multimodal Prompts, LLM Application, AI literacy, Anthropic Claude, Creative Problem-Solving, AI Enablement, Generative AI, AI Personalization, Creative Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Innovation, Brainstorming, Large Language Modeling, Game Design, Ideation, Creativity

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    Emory University

    Introduction to Management Consulting

    Skills you'll gain: Consulting, Management Consulting, Business Consulting, Consultative Approaches, Problem Solving, Analysis, Client Services, Business Analytics, Business Strategies, Organizational Change, Decision Making, Complex Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Prompt Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, AI Workflows, AI powered creativity, Responsible AI, Data Visualization, Document Management, Ideation, Verification And Validation, Data Presentation, LLM Application, AI literacy, AI Enablement, Generative AI, Risking, Multimodal Prompts, Artificial Intelligence, Data Compilation, Large Language Modeling

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Google Prompting Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Prompt Engineering Tools, Prompt Patterns, AI powered creativity, AI literacy, AI Personalization, Generative AI, Timelines, LLM Application, Agentic Workflows, Spreadsheet Software, Ideation, Artificial Intelligence, Business Correspondence, Complex Problem Solving, Report Writing, Solution Design, Document Management, Critical Thinking, Machine Learning

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    University of Virginia

    Leading the Modern Day Business

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Digital Transformation, Creative Problem-Solving, New Product Development, Ideation, Business Transformation, Product Management, IT Management, Product Development, Technology Strategies, Agile Product Development, Innovation, Creativity, Strategic Thinking, Thought Leadership, Information Technology, Business Strategy, Leadership and Management, Marketing, Storytelling

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Customer Service Excellence Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Customer Service, AI Personalization, AI Enablement, AI Integrations, Customer experience improvement, Customer Communications Management, Service Level, Interpersonal Communications, Service Design, Personalized Service, Customer Support, Customer experience strategy (CX), Decision Intelligence, Customer Engagement, Service Level Agreement, Decision Making, Workflow Management, Problem Solving, Data Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    John Wiley & Sons

    How to Measure Anything: Finding the Intangibles

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Risk Modeling, Estimation, Sampling (Statistics), Risk Management, Statistical Analysis, Analysis, Decision Making, Statistical Inference, Risk Analysis, Statistics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Forecasting, Bayesian Statistics, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Metrics, Cost Estimation, Business Analysis, Problem Solving, Business Strategy

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular problem solving courses

  • Understanding Leadership for Nursing Associates: Sage Publications
  • Java Foundations Bootcamp - Learn by Coding & Quizzes - 2026: Packt
  • Cuidando a los cuidadores: Universidad Nacional de Colombia
  • Creativity Methods in Innovation: ESSCA School of Management
  • Critical Thinking and Decision Skills: Pearson
  • Generative AI and ChatGPT for K-12 Educators: Vanderbilt University
  • Introduction to Management Consulting: Emory University
  • Prompt Engineering: Vanderbilt University
  • Google Prompting Essentials: Google
  • Leading the Modern Day Business: University of Virginia

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