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.

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Digital pedagogy, Education and Training, Teaching, Human Learning, Differentiated Instruction, Higher Education, Instructional Strategies, Cultural Diversity, Lifelong Learning, Willingness To Learn, Curriculum Development, Student-Centred Learning, Student Engagement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Student-Centred Learning, Instructional Strategies, Education and Training, Adult Learning Principles, Community Organizing, Community Development, Social Justice, Student Engagement, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Driving engagement, Time Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Telecommuting, Student Engagement, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Virtual Environment, Stress Management, Instructional Design, Organizational Skills, Active Listening, Empathy, Communication, Collaboration, Driving engagement, Relationship Building, Emotional Intelligence
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Glasgow
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Human Learning, Learning Strategies, Quick Learning, Learning Theory, Lifelong Learning, Mental Concentration, Willingness To Learn, Cognitive flexibility, Productivity, Scientific Methods
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

National Academy of Sports Medicine
Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Nutritional Assessment, Sports Medicine, Exercise Science, Scientific Methods, Health Assessment, Patient Education And Counseling, Clinical Nutrition, Health And Wellness Coaching, Health Promotion, Athletic Training, Regulatory Compliance, Preventative Care, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Psychology, Medical Science and Research, Life Sciences
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months
Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Learning Management Systems, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Oral Expression, Teaching, Literacy, Train The Trainer, Technology Strategies, Grammar, English Language, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Design Elements And Principles, Design Strategies, Language Learning, digital literacy, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Innovation
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months
Dassault Systèmes
Skills you'll gain: Assembly Drawing, 3D Modeling, Computer-Aided Design, Drafting and Engineering Design, Engineering Drawings, Mechanical Design, Product Design, Technical Design, Design Elements And Principles, Mechanical Engineering
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Dassault Systèmes
Skills you'll gain: SolidWorks (CAD), 3D Modeling, Computer-Aided Design, Technical Design, Assembly Drawing, Engineering Drawings, Engineering Design Process, Technical Drawing, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Università di Napoli Federico II
Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Oral Expression, Business Communication, Business Correspondence, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Negotiation, Business Writing, Interviewing Skills, Data Visualization, Writing, Communication, Vocabulary, Social Skills, Language Learning, Interpersonal Communications, Stress Management, Education and Training, Higher Education, Medical Terminology
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

AI CERTs
Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Education Software and Technology, AI Enablement, Education and Training, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative AI, Learning Management Systems, Generative AI Agents, Adult Education, Educational Materials, Childhood Education and Development, Special Education, Driving engagement, Learning Strategies, Natural Language Processing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Patient Education And Counseling, Communication Strategies, Communication, Active Listening, Empathy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks