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Adult Education Courses

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 Arizona

    Customer-Focused Entrepreneurship: Service Insight & Loyalty

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Service, Customer Retention, Customer Relationship Management, Loyalty Programs, Customer Relationship Building, Brand Loyalty, Customer Insights, User Feedback, Customer Engagement, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer experience improvement, Customer Analysis, Strategic Thinking, User Research, Relationship Management, Consumer Behaviour, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Active Listening

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • M

    Macquarie University

    Create video, audio and infographics for online learning

    Skills you'll gain: Infographics, Canva (Software), Podcasting, Video Production, Instructional Design, Multimedia, Content Creation, Adult Learning Principles, Presentations, Visual Storytelling, Digital pedagogy, Graphic Design, Digital Content, Videography, Visual Design, Storyboarding, Creative Design, Learning Strategies, Electronic Media, Communication Strategies

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

    Status: Free Trial
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  • U

    University of Arizona

    Customer-Focused Entrepreneurship: Culture, Teams & Lock-On

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Retention, Customer Relationship Building, Customer Service, Brand Loyalty, Employee Engagement, Customer Engagement, Organizational Leadership, Culture Transformation, Customer experience improvement, Organizational Development, Organizational Effectiveness, Customer Insights, Drive Engagement, Performance Improvement, Service Management, Value Propositions, Service Improvement, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Active Listening

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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  • S

    Stanford University

    Antibiotic Stewardship

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Infection Control, Pharmacotherapy, Medical Prescription, Medication Therapy Management, Utilization Management, Hospital Medicine, Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Clinical Practices, Patient Evaluation, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Diagnostic Tests, Long Term Care

    ★ 4.7 (798) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • I

    ISC2

    Security Principles

    Skills you'll gain: Security Controls, Governance, Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Risk Management Framework, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Governance, Security Management, Data Ethics, Cyber Risk, Data Governance, Security Awareness

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

    Status: Free Trial
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  • M

    Microsoft

    Launch Your Customer Engagement Career

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Customer Engagement, Customer Success Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Professional Development, Professionalism, Data Presentation, Interviewing Skills, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Relationship Building, Customer experience strategy (CX), LinkedIn, Communication, Professional Networking, Portfolio Management, Interactive Data Visualization, Communication Planning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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  • M

    Madecraft

    Practical Ethics for Businesses and Individuals

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Strategic Decision-Making, Critical Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Strong Work Ethic, Conflict Management, Analysis, Case Studies, Prioritization, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Professional Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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    Status: Free Trial
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  • P

    Politecnico di Milano

    Designing Learning Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Teaching, Instructional Design, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Instructional Strategies, Student Engagement, Lesson Planning, Educational Materials, Innovation, Curriculum Planning, Student-Centred Learning, Learning Theory, Open Source Technology, Learning Strategies

    ★ 4.9 (887) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • M

    Madecraft

    A Day in the Life of a Data Scientist

    Skills you'll gain: Data Science, Data Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Technical Communication, Data Storytelling, Data Ethics, Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Analysis, Productivity, Data Presentation, Analytical Skills, Code Review, Process Design, Time Management, Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Stakeholder Communications, Project Management, Python Programming

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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  • U

    Universidad Nacional de Colombia

    Caring for the caregivers

    Skills you'll gain: Analytical Skills, Health Care, Needs Assessment, Recognizing Others, Patient Observation, Health Assessment, Organizational Skills, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
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    Status: Free Trial
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  • H

    HEC Paris

    Devenir entrepreneur du changement

    Skills you'll gain: Project Implementation, Program Implementation, Social Impact, Project Design, Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, Self-Awareness, Ideation, Personal Development, New Business Development, Empowerment, Strategic Thinking, Sustainable Business, Innovation, Sustainable Development, Action Oriented, Proactivity, Communication

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Evaluación del y para el aprendizaje en educación universitaria

    Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, Formal Learning, Education and Training, Pedagogy, Educational Materials, Training Programs, Student-Centred Learning, Higher Education, Instructional Strategies, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    ★ 4.8 (682) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Customer-Focused Entrepreneurship: Service Insight & Loyalty: University of Arizona
  • Create video, audio and infographics for online learning: Macquarie University
  • Customer-Focused Entrepreneurship: Culture, Teams & Lock-On: University of Arizona
  • Antibiotic Stewardship: Stanford University
  • Security Principles: ISC2
  • Launch Your Customer Engagement Career: Microsoft
  • Practical Ethics for Businesses and Individuals: Madecraft
  • Designing Learning Innovation: Politecnico di Milano
  • A Day in the Life of a Data Scientist: Madecraft
  • Caring for the caregivers: Universidad Nacional de Colombia

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