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Special Education Courses

Special Education courses can help you learn individualized education plans (IEPs), behavior management strategies, inclusive classroom practices, and assessment techniques tailored for diverse learners. You can build skills in adapting curriculum, fostering communication with families, and implementing interventions that support students with varying needs. Many courses introduce tools like assistive technology, data tracking software, and collaborative platforms that enhance teaching effectiveness and promote student engagement.

Popular Special Education Courses and Certifications


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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Entrepreneurial Mindset

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Lean Methodologies, Business Architecture, New Product Development, Business Strategies, New Business Development, Product Development, Value Propositions

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    50 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Transgender Medicine for General Medical Providers

    Skills you'll gain: Mental and Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health, Psychosocial Assessments, Primary Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Surgery, Patient-centered Care, Perioperative Care, Treatment Planning, Pharmacotherapy, Endocrinology, Health Equity, Preventative Care

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    271 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Communication with Stakeholders

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Management, Communication Planning, Stakeholder Engagement, Conflict Management, Strategic Communication, Cultural Responsiveness, Communication Strategies, Rapport Building, Project Management, Cultural Diversity, Business Communication, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Intercultural Competence, Communication, Relationship Building, Influencing, Agile Project Management, Program Management, Cultural Sensitivity

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    37 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    ELL Success in the Content Classroom: Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Teaching, Differentiated Instruction, Instructional Strategies, Curriculum Planning, Education and Training, Peer Review, Educational Materials, Instructional Design, Pedagogy, Student Engagement, Community Outreach, Parent Communication, English Language, Language Learning, Writing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Leading Technical Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Strategic Leadership, Strategic Planning, Leadership Studies, Workplace inclusivity, Leadership Development, Leadership, Business Ethics, Business Planning, Critical Thinking, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Team Building, Professional Development, Team Leadership, Organizational Change, Business Strategy, Diversity and Inclusion, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Leadership, Change Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    52 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    A Clinician's Guide: Soft Skills for Better Patient Outcomes

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Patient Education and Support, Constructive Feedback, Resilience, Emotional Intelligence, Compassion, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Empathy, Employee Engagement, Telehealth, Interpersonal Communications, Self-Awareness, Active Listening, Communication, Data Analysis, Cultural Sensitivity, Quality Improvement, Leadership and Management, Continuous Improvement Process

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    8 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Personality Development & Self Growth

    Skills you'll gain: Tenacity, Persistence, Personal Attributes, Persona Development, Personal Development, Human Development, Self-Awareness, Case Studies, Emotional Intelligence, Psychosocial Assessments, Resilience, Empowerment, Growth Mindedness, Lifelong Learning, Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Psychological Evaluations, Social Sciences, Higher Education, Sociology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association)

    Coaching Nutrition for Changing Bodies and Lives

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Counseling, Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Care Plans, Nutrition Education, Health And Wellness Coaching, Clinical Nutrition, Coaching, Nutritional Assessment, Motivational Interviewing, Exercise Science, Habit Formation, Behavior Management, Mental and Behavioral Health, Health Education, Psychology, Health Assessment, Athletic Training, Health Care

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Lições Aprendidas com Liderança Inclusiva

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Ideation, Diversity Programs, Workplace inclusivity, Digital Transformation, Creative Thinking, Organizational Leadership, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Business Modeling, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Creativity, Diversity Awareness, Leadership Development, Strategic Leadership, People Management, Leadership and Management, Operational Excellence, Leadership Studies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    82 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Psychosocial and Spiritual Aspects of Palliative Care

    Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Patient Communication, Caregiving, Patient-centered Care, Patient Education and Support, Care Management, Patient Advocacy, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychosocial Assessments, Family Support, Treatment Planning, Mental Health, Stress Management, Discussion Facilitation, Mental Health Therapies

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    92 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Faster Together, Enhancing the Recruitment of Marginalized Communities in Clinical Trials

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Informed Consent, Clinical Research, Community Outreach, Patient-centered Care, Clinical Trials, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Clinical Research Ethics, Patient Education and Support, Diversity Training, Research, Healthcare Ethics, Interpersonal Communications, Diversity Awareness, Community Health, Cultural Responsiveness, Rapport Building, Patient Referral, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    107 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

    Sports Marketing: The Technological Formula

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Strategies, Marketing, Branding, Global Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Brand Management, Loyalty Programs, Digital Marketing, Strategic Partnership, Event Planning, Consumer Behaviour, E-Commerce, Business Modeling, Augmented Reality, Price Negotiation, Virtual Reality, Blockchain, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    20 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Entrepreneurial Mindset: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Transgender Medicine for General Medical Providers: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
  • Communication with Stakeholders: Microsoft
  • ELL Success in the Content Classroom: Capstone Project: Arizona State University
  • Leading Technical Organizations: Johns Hopkins University
  • A Clinician's Guide: Soft Skills for Better Patient Outcomes: Coursera
  • Personality Development & Self Growth: EDUCBA
  • Coaching Nutrition for Changing Bodies and Lives: ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association)
  • Lições Aprendidas com Liderança Inclusiva: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Psychosocial and Spiritual Aspects of Palliative Care: University of Colorado System

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