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Basic Statistics Courses

Basic Statistics courses can help you learn data collection methods, descriptive statistics, probability distributions, and hypothesis testing. You can build skills in interpreting data sets, conducting surveys, and performing regression analysis. Many courses introduce tools like Excel, R, and Python, that support analyzing data and visualizing results. By applying these skills and tools, you can effectively communicate findings and make informed decisions based on statistical evidence.


Popular Basic Statistics Courses and Certifications


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    Machine Learning for Trading

    Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Keras (Neural Network Library), Machine Learning, Google Cloud Platform, Machine Learning Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Financial Trading, Reinforcement Learning, Supervised Learning, Data Pipelines, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Statistical Machine Learning, Technical Analysis, Deep Learning, Securities Trading, Portfolio Management, Market Trend, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Financial Market, Artificial Neural Networks

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    A Crash Course in Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Science, Data Management, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Project Design, Performance Metric, Software Engineering, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Inference

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Interactive UI & Animation with Advanced JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: UI Components, Responsive Web Design, Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), User Interface (UI), Interactive Design, Javascript, Front-End Web Development, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Animations, Web Development, Web Applications, Real Time Data

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University at Buffalo

    Energy Production, Distribution & Safety

    Skills you'll gain: Personal protective equipment, Electrical Substation, Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Environmental Regulations, Energy and Utilities, Basic Electrical Systems, Oil and Gas, Safety Training, Electrical Equipment, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Hazard Analysis, Workforce Development, Billing, Sustainable Development, Safety Standards, Sustainable Technologies, Supply Chain, Regulatory Affairs

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    11K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Lecturio

    Electrocardiogram (ECG)

    Skills you'll gain: Electocardiography, Cardiac Dysrhythmia, Cardiology, Basic Nursing Skills, Patient Evaluation, Clinical Nursing, Critical Care

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Washington

    Machine Learning: Clustering & Retrieval

    Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Bayesian Statistics, Applied Machine Learning, Data Mining, Statistical Machine Learning, Big Data, Statistical Inference, Text Mining, Statistical Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Unstructured Data, Machine Learning, Sampling (Statistics), Scalability, Probability Distribution, Algorithms

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    The Complete Quantum Computing Course for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Python Programming, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Linear Algebra, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Computer Science, Algebra, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), IBM Cloud, Scripting, Probability, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Processing, Mathematical Modeling, Data Structures, Data Manipulation, Probability & Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Software Installation

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Pittsburgh

    Mathematical Foundations for Data Science and Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, NumPy, Probability Distribution, Matplotlib, Statistics, Pandas (Python Package), Data Science, Probability & Statistics, Probability, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, Linear Algebra, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Methods, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Logical Reasoning

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Structuring Machine Learning Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Debugging, Artificial Intelligence, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Performance Tuning

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SAS

    Generative AI Using SAS

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, Data Synthesis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), SAS (Software), Applied Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Text Mining, Natural Language Processing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    The Data Scientist’s Toolbox

    Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Version Control, Data Science, R (Software), GitHub, Data Literacy, Data Analysis, R Programming, Statistical Programming, Exploratory Data Analysis, Software Installation

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Anatomy

    Skills you'll gain: Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Endocrinology, Pulmonology, Cardiology, Respiration, Gynecology, Hematology, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Orthopedics, Neurology, Urology, Nephrology, Kinesiology, Physiology, Medical Imaging, Sports Medicine, Biology, Medical Terminology, Cell Biology

    4.8
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular basic statistics courses

  • Machine Learning for Trading: New York Institute of Finance
  • A Crash Course in Data Science: Johns Hopkins University
  • Interactive UI & Animation with Advanced JavaScript: Packt
  • Energy Production, Distribution & Safety: University at Buffalo
  • Electrocardiogram (ECG): Lecturio
  • Machine Learning: Clustering & Retrieval: University of Washington
  • The Complete Quantum Computing Course for Beginners: Packt
  • Mathematical Foundations for Data Science and Analytics: University of Pittsburgh
  • Structuring Machine Learning Projects: DeepLearning.AI
  • Generative AI Using SAS: SAS

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