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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


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    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Challenges of Modern Caregiving

    Skills you'll gain: Caregiving, Long Term Care, Nursing Care, Dignity in Care, Care Management, Health Care, Supply And Demand, Social Work, Healthcare Ethics, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Community and Social Work, Stress Management, Sociology

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    Arizona State University

    Sustainability Challenges for the Planet and Employers

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainability Reporting, Waste Minimization, Sustainability Standards, Interactive Learning, Sustainable Business, Sustainable Architecture, Sustainable Technologies, Corporate Sustainability, Training Programs, Construction, Student Engagement, Environmental Issue, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Environmental Engineering, Goal Setting, Climate Change Adaptation, Problem Solving, Professional Development, Business Communication

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Your World and What Shapes It

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Intercultural Competence, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Leadership Studies, Self-Awareness, Organizational Leadership, Social Justice, Adaptability

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Empoderamiento juvenil y Educación social

    Skills you'll gain: Empowerment, Social Justice, Social Work, Community and Social Work, Education and Training, Disabilities, Public Policies, digital literacy, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Collaboration, Case Studies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Innovación y creatividad organizacional

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Business Modeling, Design Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Creative Thinking, Entrepreneurship, New Business Development, Open Mindset, Lean Methodologies, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Change

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    IE Business School

    Why Scale a Startup?

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Business Risk Management, Growth Strategies, Risk Management, Business Planning, Business Strategies, Business Strategy, Market Share, Innovation, Problem Solving, Leadership and Management, Competitive Analysis, Case Studies

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    Coursera

    Nursing Fundamentals: Skills for Patient Care Excellence

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Nurse Education, Patient Education And Counseling, Nursing Process, Clinical Assessment, Basic Nursing Skills, Patient Evaluation, Health Assessment, Patient Safety, Care Management, Nursing, Patient-centered Care, Communication, Infection Control, Prioritization, Collaboration, Project Documentation

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Surviving Disruptive Technologies (On Demand)

    Skills you'll gain: Emerging Technologies, Technology Strategies, Media and Communications, Electronic Media, Business Technologies, Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Social Media, Innovation, Organizational Change, Competitive Analysis, Case Studies, E-Commerce, Business Strategy

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Theories of Public Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, Advocacy, Environmental Policy, Behavioral Economics, Public Administration, Program Evaluation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Governance, Systems Thinking, Economics

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    ESSEC Business School

    L'investissement à impact : lever ou investir des fonds

    Skills you'll gain: Due Diligence, Investments, Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, Fundraising, Social Impact, Stakeholder Engagement, Relationship Building, Contract Negotiation, Finance, Financial Analysis

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    University of Michigan

    Data Augmented Technology Assisted Medical Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Diagnostic Tests, Statistical Methods, Patient Communication, Model Evaluation, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Clinical Assessment, Health Informatics, Medical Privacy, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Health Disparities

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    University of Colorado System

    Personal Journeys: Identity, Motivation, and Resilience

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Goal Setting, Self-Motivation, Personal Development, Smart Goals, Self-Awareness, Overcoming Obstacles, Productivity, Positivity, Lifelong Learning, Culture, Community Development, Cultural Diversity, Adaptability, Creativity, digital literacy, Intercultural Competence, Diversity Awareness

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

  • The Challenges of Modern Caregiving: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Sustainability Challenges for the Planet and Employers: Arizona State University
  • Your World and What Shapes It: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Empoderamiento juvenil y Educación social: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Innovación y creatividad organizacional: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Why Scale a Startup?: IE Business School
  • Nursing Fundamentals: Skills for Patient Care Excellence: Coursera
  • Surviving Disruptive Technologies (On Demand): University of Maryland, College Park
  • Theories of Public Policy: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • L'investissement à impact : lever ou investir des fonds: ESSEC Business School

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