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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


  • C

    Commonwealth Education Trust

    Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Planning for Teaching and Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Teaching, Lesson Planning, Pedagogy, Trustworthiness, Student Engagement, Instructional Strategies, Interactive Learning, Personal Development, Learning Theory, Curriculum Planning, Lifelong Learning, Rapport Building, Goal Setting, Relationship Building, Professional Development, Planning, Curiosity, Student-Centred Learning, Collaboration

    4.8
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    306 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Teach English Now! Lesson Design and Assessment

    Skills you'll gain: Design Elements And Principles, Design Strategies, English Language, Language Learning

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    5.1K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Uncommon Sense Teaching

    Skills you'll gain: Instructional Strategies, Teaching, Learning Strategies, Pedagogy, Lecturing, Learning Theory, Differentiated Instruction, Student Engagement, Human Learning, Interactive Learning, Stress First Aid, Time Management, Mental Concentration, Student-Centred Learning, Childhood Education and Development, Neurology, Child Development

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    680 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    C

    Commonwealth Education Trust

    Writing for Young Readers: Opening the Treasure Chest

    Skills you'll gain: Editing, Writing and Editing, Proofreading, Storytelling, Writing, Peer Review, Digital Publishing, Creativity

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.3K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    MedCerts

    Mental Health Care Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Conflict Management, Patient Communication, Medical Privacy, Child Development, Cultural Responsiveness, Intercultural Competence, Human Development, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Gerontology, Psychiatry, Patient-centered Care, Cultural Diversity, Mental Health Therapies, Professionalism, Psychotherapy, Clinical Psychology, Childhood Education and Development, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Innovation: From Creativity to Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Strategic Decision-Making, Innovation, Creativity, Team Management, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Technology Strategies, Creative Thinking, Business Modeling, Engineering Management, Strategic Thinking, Value Propositions, Collaboration, People Management, Business Planning, Team Collaboration, Decision Making, New Business Development, Strategic Planning

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    3.8K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    E

    ESSEC Business School

    Negotiation, Mediation and Conflict Resolution

    Skills you'll gain: Mediation, Negotiation, Communication Strategies, Conflict Management, Active Listening, Price Negotiation, Cultural Sensitivity, Oral Expression, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Verbal Communication Skills, Cultural Responsiveness, Interpersonal Communications, Diplomacy, Relationship Building, Labor Relations, Strategic Partnership, Case Studies, Communication, Planning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    2.8K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Creatividad, diseño e innovación: Técnicas y herramientas

    Skills you'll gain: Design Research, Innovation, Creativity, Design Thinking, Creative Thinking, Design, Brainstorming, Creative Problem-Solving, Stakeholder Analysis, Ideation, Design Strategies, Aesthetics, Business Planning, Case Studies, User Experience Design, Customer experience improvement, New Product Development, Sustainable Design, Problem Solving, Consumer Behaviour

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    4.2K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    U

    University of California, Davis

    Coaching Skills for Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Coaching, Management Training And Development, Coaching, Accountability Frameworks, Team Performance Management, Organizational Change, Expectation Management, Performance Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Accountability, Employee Performance Management, People Management, Professional Development, Leadership and Management, Performance Metric, Organizational Development, Performance Analysis, Organizational Effectiveness, Leadership, Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    3K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Dubai College of Tourism

    Service Foundations for Dubai's Hospitality Sector

    Skills you'll gain: Hospitality Services, Intercultural Competence, Greeting Customers, Hospitality, Communication, Expectation Management, Teamwork, Rapport Building, Growth Mindedness, Personal Development, Service Recovery, Friendliness, Lifelong Learning, Collaboration, Team Collaboration, Continuous Improvement Process, Professionalism, Cultural Sensitivity, Personalized Service, Composure

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    R

    Rice University

    Engineering Project Management: Initiating and Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Communication Planning, Stakeholder Management, Organizational Structure, Project Documentation, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management, Engineering Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Coordination, Stakeholder Analysis, Project Scoping, Program Evaluation, Stakeholder Communications, Planning, Project Planning, Cost Benefit Analysis, Requirements Management, Project Performance, Financial Analysis, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    3.5K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Niel Asher Education

    Hatha Yoga Tools for Regulation and Mind–Body Balance

    Skills you'll gain: Meditation & Breathwork, Exercise Therapy, Manual Therapy, Pain Management, Hemodynamics, Mobility Assistance, Athletic Training, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Endocrinology, Verbal Communication Skills, Mental Health Therapies, Contraindication

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Planning for Teaching and Learning: Commonwealth Education Trust
  • Teach English Now! Lesson Design and Assessment: Arizona State University
  • Uncommon Sense Teaching: Deep Teaching Solutions
  • Writing for Young Readers: Opening the Treasure Chest: Commonwealth Education Trust
  • Mental Health Care Fundamentals: MedCerts
  • Innovation: From Creativity to Entrepreneurship: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Negotiation, Mediation and Conflict Resolution: ESSEC Business School
  • Creatividad, diseño e innovación: Técnicas y herramientas: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Coaching Skills for Managers: University of California, Davis
  • Service Foundations for Dubai's Hospitality Sector: Dubai College of Tourism

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