American History courses can help you learn about key events, influential figures, and social movements that shaped the nation. You can build skills in critical analysis, historical interpretation, and effective communication of complex ideas. Many courses introduce tools like primary source documents, timelines, and digital archives, which enhance your understanding of historical context and enable you to engage with various perspectives on American identity and culture.

Universiteit Leiden
Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Culture, Language Learning, Anthropology, Social Studies, Multilingualism, Literacy, Research, Research Methodologies
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Pharmacotherapy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Healthcare Ethics, Chronic Diseases, Nutrition and Diet, Patient Safety, Medical History Documentation, Preventative Care, Ancient History
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University at Buffalo
Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Governance, Leadership and Management, Discussion Facilitation, Philanthropy, Public Administration, Organizational Effectiveness, Performance Review, Organizational Leadership, Community Development, Organizational Structure, Leadership, Case Studies, Analysis, Decision Making
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Geneva
Skills you'll gain: European History, World History, Ancient History, Social Studies, Research, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, Anthropology, Psychology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Medical History Documentation, Medical Terminology, Pulmonology, Cardiology, Electronic Medical Record System, Medical Records, Endocrinology, Hematology, Anatomy, Immunology, Patient Treatment, Diagnostic Tests
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: International Relations, World History, Diplomacy, Oil and Gas, Political Sciences, Economics, Economic Development, Talent Acquisition, Policy Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Culture, International Relations, World History, Cultural Diversity, Art History, Social Studies, Intercultural Competence, Music History, Public History, Media and Communications, Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Pseudocode, Data Structures, Design Strategies, Programming Principles, Computer Science, Advanced Mathematics, Python Programming, Analysis
Build toward a degree
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

National Taiwan University
Skills you'll gain: Language Competency, Vocabulary, Language Learning, Grammar, Oral Comprehension, Culture, Storytelling, Cultural Diversity, World History
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

American Psychological Association
Skills you'll gain: Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychiatry, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychotherapy, Psychiatric Assessments, Cultural Diversity, Psychology, Pharmacotherapy, Pharmacology, Demography
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

New York University
Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Environmental Issue, Legal Proceedings, Legal Research, Social Justice, Environmental Policy, Sustainable Development, Environmental Laws, Climate Change Adaptation, Advocacy, Climate Change Mitigation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Anthropology, Biology, Sociology, Psychology, Ancient History, Political Sciences, Neurology, Scientific Methods, Research, Science and Research
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months