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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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    Macquarie University

    Negotiation skills: Negotiate and resolve conflict

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Negotiation, Intercultural Competence, Stakeholder Management, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Organizational Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Diversity, Self-Awareness, Communication

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Managing as a Coach

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Coaching, Coaching, Leadership and Management, Team Management, Adaptability, Professional Development, People Development, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Mentorship, Emotional Intelligence, Decision Making, Communication, Active Listening, Self-Awareness, Critical Thinking

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    Goodwill Industries International

    Goodwill® Career Coach and Navigator

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Interviewing Skills, Communication, Coaching, Accountability, Client Services, Virtual Teams, Professional Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Client Support, Workforce Development, Recruitment, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Active Listening, Talent Pipelining, Needs Assessment, Employee Onboarding, Empathy, Human Centered Design, Gap Analysis

    Build toward a degree

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Managing Asthma, Allergies, Diabetes, and Seizures in School

    Skills you'll gain: Chronic Diseases, Student Support and Services, Parent Communication, Care Management, Health Education, First Aid, Patient Education and Support, Pediatrics, Emergency Response, Nursing Care, Respiratory Care, Medication Administration, Nutrition and Diet

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Niel Asher Education

    Thoracic Mobility: Assessment and Functional Training

    Skills you'll gain: Manual Therapy, Exercise Therapy, Mobility Assistance, Rehabilitation, Exercise Science, Patient Evaluation, Physical Therapy, Athletic Training, Health Assessment, Clinical Assessment, Kinesiology, Respiratory Therapy, Pain Management, Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Respiration, Patient Observation, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Health And Wellness Coaching

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Accomplishment STAR Techniques for Job Interviews

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Storytelling, Problem Solving, Professional Development, Initiative and Leadership, Concision, Verbal Communication Skills, Teamwork, Job Analysis, Communication, Business Writing

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    University of Michigan

    Writing and Editing: Structure and Organization

    Skills you'll gain: Writing and Editing, Editing, Writing, Organizational Skills, Productivity, Concision, Time Management, Storytelling, Content Creation, Lifelong Learning, Professional Development, Communication Strategies, Critical Thinking, Creativity

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Virginia

    New Models of Business in Society

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Philanthropy, Corporate Sustainability, Business Ethics, Stakeholder Management, Social Impact, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Stakeholder Analysis, Environmental Issue, Business Modeling, Business Strategy, Business, Financial Systems

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Arizona

    Astrobiology: Exploring Other Worlds

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Research, Environment, Environmental Science, Scientific Methods, Microbiology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Build Your Professional ePortfolio in English

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, LinkedIn, Instagram, Writing, Concision, Social Media, Grammar, Business Writing, English Language, Branding, Vocabulary

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Introduction to Academic Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Writing, Writing and Editing, Research, Peer Review, Research Methodologies, Media and Communications, Journals, Research and Design, Policy Analysis, Content Creation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of New Mexico

    Negocios Internacionales I

    Skills you'll gain: International Finance, International Relations, Social Sciences, Global Marketing, Social Studies, Culture, World History, Socioeconomics, Intercultural Competence, Economic Development, Cultural Diversity, Business Economics, Economics, Operations Management

    4.7
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Negotiation skills: Negotiate and resolve conflict: Macquarie University
  • Managing as a Coach: University of California, Davis
  • Goodwill® Career Coach and Navigator: Goodwill Industries International
  • Managing Asthma, Allergies, Diabetes, and Seizures in School: University of Colorado System
  • Thoracic Mobility: Assessment and Functional Training: Niel Asher Education
  • Accomplishment STAR Techniques for Job Interviews: Coursera
  • Writing and Editing: Structure and Organization: University of Michigan
  • New Models of Business in Society: University of Virginia
  • Astrobiology: Exploring Other Worlds: University of Arizona
  • Build Your Professional ePortfolio in English: Georgia Institute of Technology

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