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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.

Popular Adult Education Courses and Certifications


  • P

    Pearson

    Writing a Business Plan

    Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Business Planning, Presentations, Microsoft PowerPoint, Market Opportunities, Business Writing, Entrepreneurship, Persuasive Communication, Overcoming Objections, Financial Forecasting, Business Strategy, Target Market, Financial Planning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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  • E

    EDUCBA

    Business Model for Entrepreneurs

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Growth Strategies, Market Analysis, Operations, Persona Development, Value Propositions, Target Market, Customer Analysis, Marketing Channel, Business Development, Business Strategies, Business, Case Studies, Design Strategies, Design, Decision Making, Web Design and Development, Test Case, Learning Strategies, Test Script Development

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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  • O

    Osmosis

    COVID-19: What You Need to Know

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Infection Control, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Epidemiology, Diagnostic Tests, Health Education, Health Care, Personal protective equipment, Patient Evaluation, Maternal Health, Clinical Practices, Community Health, Clinical Assessment, Laboratory Testing

    ★ 4.8 (7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • S

    SkillsBooster Academy

    AI-First Professional Skills

    Skills you'll gain: AI literacy, Anthropic Claude, Prompt Engineering, Google Gemini, LinkedIn, Interviewing Skills, Microsoft Copilot, Artificial Intelligence, Professional Development, Data Analysis, Communication, Google Sheets, Presentations, Google Workspace, Personal Development, Google Docs, Microsoft PowerPoint, Writing and Editing, Learning Strategies, Productivity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Literacy Teaching and Learning: Aims, Approaches and Pedagogies

    Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Differentiated Instruction, Pedagogy, Literacy, Instructional Strategies, Human Learning, Multilingualism, Culture, Digital pedagogy, Education and Training, Cultural Diversity, Learning Theory, Multimedia, Media and Communications

    ★ 4.6 (138) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Accounting for Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Accounting, Financial Statement Analysis, Accounting, General Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Fixed Asset, Revenue Management, Equities, Decision Making

    ★ 4.7 (483) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Coaching Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Coaching, Coaching, Management Training And Development, Accountability Frameworks, Team Performance Management, Accountability, Performance Management, People Management, Professional Development, People Development, Employee Performance Management, Culture Transformation, Meeting Facilitation, Constructive Feedback, Gap Analysis

    ★ 4.8 (538) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • H

    High Tech High Graduate School of Education

    How To Teach Us

    Skills you'll gain: Student-Centred Learning, Interactive Learning, Education and Training, Student Engagement, Pedagogy, Teaching, Differentiated Instruction, Collaboration, Curriculum Planning, Scheduling, Learning Theory, Drive Engagement, Human Learning, Project Design, Discussion Facilitation, Presentations

    ★ 4.3 (45) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Cape Town

    Fintech Startups in Emerging Markets

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Business Modeling, Blockchain, Bank Regulations, Cryptography, Financial Regulations, FinTech, Cryptographic Protocols, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Financial Regulation, Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Planning, Emerging Technologies, Financial Systems, Video Production, Machine Learning Methods, Innovation, Market Opportunities, Sales Presentations

    ★ 4.7 (281) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Health for All Through Primary Health Care

    Skills you'll gain: Primary Care, Health Equity, Community Health, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Health Education, Health Disparities, Health Promotion, Preventative Care, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Systems, Health Care, Community Development, Community and Social Work

    ★ 4.7 (288) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    Universidad de Chile

    Potenciando mi aprendizaje en el primer año de Universidad

    Skills you'll gain: Time Management, Learning Strategies, Student Support and Services, Organizational Skills, Higher Education, Learning Styles, Stress Management, Personal Development, Self-Awareness

    ★ 4.9 (1.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    ¿Cómo convertir mi idea en empresa?

    Skills you'll gain: User Feedback, Entrepreneurship, Business Development, Product Improvement, New Business Development, Product Development, Customer Analysis, Ideation, Market Opportunities, Consumer Behaviour, Value Propositions, Needs Assessment, Verification And Validation, Customer Insights, Product Testing, Resource Planning

    ★ 4.7 (496) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular adult education courses

  • Writing a Business Plan: Pearson
  • Business Model for Entrepreneurs: EDUCBA
  • COVID-19: What You Need to Know: Osmosis
  • AI-First Professional Skills: SkillsBooster Academy
  • Literacy Teaching and Learning: Aims, Approaches and Pedagogies: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Accounting for Decision Making: University of Michigan
  • Coaching Practices: University of California, Davis
  • How To Teach Us: High Tech High Graduate School of Education
  • Fintech Startups in Emerging Markets: University of Cape Town
  • Health for All Through Primary Health Care: Johns Hopkins University

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