• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Degrees
​
Log In
Join for Free
  • Browse
  • Reinforcement Learning

Reinforcement Learning Courses

Reinforcement Learning courses can help you learn key concepts like Markov decision processes, reward systems, and policy optimization. You can build skills in algorithm design, simulation environments, and evaluating agent performance. Many courses introduce tools such as TensorFlow and OpenAI Gym, that support implementing and testing reinforcement learning algorithms in practical scenarios.

Popular Reinforcement Learning Courses and Certifications


  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    D

    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Learning How to Learn: Powerful mental tools to help you master tough subjects

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Lifelong Learning, Time Management, Willingness To Learn, Learning Theory, Productivity, Quick Learning, Growth Mindedness, Mental Concentration, Creativity, Cognitive flexibility, Habit Formation, Adaptability

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    93K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    I

    IBM

    Machine Learning Introduction for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Predictive Modeling, Model Training, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, Classification Algorithms, Unsupervised Learning, Regression Analysis, Reinforcement Learning

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    312 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    M

    Microsoft

    AI and Machine Learning Algorithms and Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Supervised Learning, Deep Learning, Generative Model Architectures, LLM Application, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Reinforcement Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Model Training, Artificial Neural Networks, Feature Engineering, Unstructured Data, Model Evaluation, Dimensionality Reduction, Model Optimization

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    66 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    N

    New York Institute of Finance

    Reinforcement Learning for Trading Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Financial Trading, Deep Learning, Portfolio Management, Machine Learning Methods, Model Training, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Software, Applied Machine Learning, Markov Model, Model Evaluation

    3.4
    Rating, 3.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    251 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Azure Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Microsoft Azure, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Software, Model Training, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, No-Code Development, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Model Deployment, Artificial Intelligence, Classification Algorithms, Supervised Learning

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    296 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    G

    Google

    The Nuts and Bolts of Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Decision Tree Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Advanced Analytics, Statistical Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Unsupervised Learning, Analytics, Model Training, Random Forest Algorithm, Model Optimization, Predictive Modeling, Model Evaluation, Python Programming, Performance Tuning, Classification Algorithms

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    626 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Data Science: Foundations using R

    Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Exploratory Data Analysis, R (Software), Version Control, Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Data Science, Data Wrangling, Data Visualization, Data Processing, Plot (Graphics), Statistical Programming, Statistical Visualization, Ggplot2, Knitr, Data Sharing, GitHub, Machine Learning

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    48K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    U

    University of London

    Machine Learning for All

    Skills you'll gain: Model Training, Applied Machine Learning, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning Software, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Intelligence, Statistical Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning Algorithms, AI literacy, Test Data, Data Collection, Classification Algorithms

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    3.5K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    I

    IBM

    What is Data Science?

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Data Mining, Data Processing, Big Data, Cloud Computing, Data Analysis, Data Science, Digital Transformation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Storage, Deep Learning, Machine Learning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    78K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    M

    McMaster University

    Mindshift: Break Through Obstacles to Learning and Discover Your Hidden Potential

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Willingness To Learn, Learning Strategies, Growth Mindedness, Mental Concentration, Mentorship, Adaptability, Professional Development, Personal Development, Productivity, Open Mindset, Resilience, Stress Management, Overcoming Obstacles, Digital pedagogy, Relationship Building

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    13K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Speak English Professionally: In Person, Online & On the Phone

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Telephone Skills, Interviewing Skills, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Sales Presentation, Cultural Sensitivity, Intercultural Competence, Non-Verbal Communication, Public Speaking, English Language, Vocabulary, Business Communication, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Language Competency, Social Skills, Professionalism, Communication Strategies, Professional Development

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    10K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    D

    Duke University

    Introduction to Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Logistic Regression, Machine Learning Methods, Transfer Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Model Training, Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning, Model Optimization, Artificial Neural Networks, Supervised Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Python Programming, Computer Vision, Medical Imaging

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    3.8K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

1…678…763

In summary, here are 10 of our most popular reinforcement learning courses

  • Learning How to Learn: Powerful mental tools to help you master tough subjects: Deep Teaching Solutions
  • Machine Learning Introduction for Everyone: IBM
  • AI and Machine Learning Algorithms and Techniques: Microsoft
  • Reinforcement Learning for Trading Strategies: New York Institute of Finance
  • Microsoft Azure Machine Learning: Microsoft
  • The Nuts and Bolts of Machine Learning: Google
  • Data Science: Foundations using R: Johns Hopkins University
  • Machine Learning for All: University of London
  • What is Data Science? : IBM
  • Mindshift: Break Through Obstacles to Learning and Discover Your Hidden Potential: McMaster University

Skills you can learn in Machine Learning

Python Programming (33)
Tensorflow (32)
Deep Learning (30)
Artificial Neural Network (24)
Big Data (18)
Statistical Classification (17)
Reinforcement Learning (13)
Algebra (10)
Bayesian (10)
Linear Algebra (10)
Linear Regression (9)
Numpy (9)

Other topics to explore

Arts and Humanities
338 courses
Business
1095 courses
Computer Science
668 courses
Data Science
425 courses
Information Technology
145 courses
Health
471 courses
Math and Logic
70 courses
Personal Development
137 courses
Physical Science and Engineering
413 courses
Social Sciences
401 courses
Language Learning
150 courses

Coursera Footer

Skills

  • Accounting
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Analytics
  • Digital Marketing
  • Human Resources (HR)
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Project Management
  • Python
  • SQL

Professional Certificates

  • Google AI Certificate
  • Google Cybersecurity Certificate
  • Google Data Analytics Certificate
  • Google IT Support Certificate
  • Google Project Management Certificate
  • Google UX Design Certificate
  • IBM AI Engineering Certificate
  • IBM AI Product Manager Certificate
  • IBM Data Science Certificate
  • Intuit Academy Bookkeeping Certificate

Courses & Specializations

  • AI Essentials Specialization
  • AI For Business Specialization
  • AI For Everyone Course
  • AI in Healthcare Specialization
  • Deep Learning Specialization
  • Excel Skills for Business Specialization
  • Financial Markets Course
  • Machine Learning Specialization
  • Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT Course
  • Python for Everybody Specialization

Career Resources

  • Career Aptitude Test
  • CAPM Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA A+ Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA Security+ Certification Requirements
  • Essential IT Certifications
  • High-Income Skills to Learn
  • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
  • PMP Certification Requirements
  • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications
  • Share your Coursera learning story

Coursera

  • About
  • What We Offer
  • Leadership
  • Careers
  • Catalog
  • Coursera Plus
  • Professional Certificates
  • MasterTrack® Certificates
  • Degrees
  • For Enterprise
  • For Government
  • For Campus
  • Become a Partner
  • Social Impact
  • Free Courses
  • Udemy

Community

  • Learners
  • Partners
  • Beta Testers
  • Blog
  • The Coursera Podcast
  • Tech Blog

More

  • Press
  • Investors
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • Help
  • Accessibility
  • Contact
  • Articles
  • Directory
  • Affiliates
  • Modern Slavery Statement
  • Do Not Sell/Share
Learn Anywhere
Download on the App Store
Get it on Google Play
Logo of Certified B Corporation
© 2026 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Coursera Facebook
  • Coursera Linkedin
  • Coursera Twitter
  • Coursera YouTube
  • Coursera Instagram
  • Coursera TikTok