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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


  • U

    University of Washington

    U101: Understanding College and College Life

    Skills you'll gain: Higher Education, Learning Strategies, Student Support and Services, Academic Advising, Productivity, Time Management, Personal Development, Planning, Resourcefulness, Decision Making, Adaptability, Relationship Building

    ★ 4.6 (510) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    University of Cambridge

    Introduction to Change Management: Practical Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Change Management, Organizational Change, Leadership and Management, Organizational Development, Management Training And Development, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Adaptability, Overcoming Objections, Leadership Development, Communication Strategies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
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  • G

    Goodwill Industries International

    Career Support Community and Resources

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Coaching, Virtual Teams, Professional Development, Talent Pipelining, Telecommuting, Drive Engagement, Project Closure, Project Design, Professional Networking, Adaptability, Stakeholder Engagement, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Workforce Development, Strategic Partnership, Project Implementation, Technology Strategies, Emerging Technologies, Relationship Building, Presentations

    ★ 4.7 (53) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • 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
  • I

    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    HPV-Associated Oral and Throat Cancer: What You Need to Know

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Cancer Screening, Oncology, Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Treatment Planning, Oral Health, Primary Care, Infectious Diseases, Radiation Therapy, Patient Education And Counseling, Epidemiology, Risk Analysis, Diagnostic Tests, Surgery

    ★ 4.8 (472) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Brilliant, Passionate You

    Skills you'll gain: Tenacity, Storytelling, Persistence, Personal Development, Overcoming Obstacles, Growth Mindedness, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Mental Health, Community Development, Lifelong Learning, Relationship Building, Goal Setting

    ★ 4.6 (295) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Social Impact Strategy: Tools for Entrepreneurs and Innovators

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Design Thinking, Performance Measurement, Human Centered Design, Sustainable Development, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Business Modeling, Strategic Thinking, Ideation, Program Evaluation, Organizational Structure, Needs Assessment, Growth Strategies, Competitive Analysis, Experimentation, Market Analysis

    ★ 4.8 (1.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Actualización en el manejo del paciente con diabetes mellitus tipo 2

    Skills you'll gain: Chronic Diseases, Pharmacotherapy, Pharmacology, Nephrology, Medication Therapy Management, Hospital Medicine, Medical Nutrition Therapy, Patient Treatment, Treatment Planning, Medical Management, Internal Medicine, Care Management, Endocrinology, Nutrition Education, Nutrition and Diet, Preventative Care

    ★ 4.9 (1.5K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • 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
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of London

    Professional Skills for International Business

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Professional Development, Professionalism, Resource Allocation, Time Management, Prioritization, Rapport Building, Verbal Communication Skills, Stakeholder Engagement, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Communications, Delegation Skills, Communication Strategies, Non-Verbal Communication, Management Training And Development, Relationship Building, Business Relationship Management, Leadership

    ★ 4.7 (1K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Atención Primaria en Salud: El desafío de las Enfermedades no Transmisibles

    Skills you'll gain: Primary Care, Chronic Diseases, Care Management, Nursing Care, Health Systems, Public Health, Preventative Care, Epidemiology, Care Coordination, Patient-centered Care, Patient Education and Support, Health Policy, Family Support

    ★ 4.8 (1.2K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • U101: Understanding College and College Life: University of Washington
  • Introduction to Change Management: Practical Strategies: University of Cambridge
  • Career Support Community and Resources: Goodwill Industries International
  • Fintech Startups in Emerging Markets: University of Cape Town
  • HPV-Associated Oral and Throat Cancer: What You Need to Know: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
  • Brilliant, Passionate You: University of Michigan
  • Social Impact Strategy: Tools for Entrepreneurs and Innovators: University of Pennsylvania
  • Actualización en el manejo del paciente con diabetes mellitus tipo 2: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Potenciando mi aprendizaje en el primer año de Universidad: Universidad de Chile
  • ¿Cómo convertir mi idea en empresa?: Universidad de los Andes

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