Cognitive Science courses can help you learn about human perception, language processing, decision-making, and neural networks. You can build skills in critical thinking, data analysis, and experimental design, which are vital for understanding how the mind works. Many courses introduce tools like Python for data analysis, statistical software for research, and simulation programs to model cognitive processes, allowing you to apply your knowledge in practical settings.

Skills you'll gain: Spreadsheet Software, Dashboard, Stakeholder Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Data Entry, Analytical Skills, Business Analysis, Quantitative Research, Problem Solving, Smart Goals
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Program Development, Debugging, Development Testing, Software Testing, Computational Thinking, Test Case, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Design Strategies
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Bayesian Network, Machine Learning Methods, Computational Logic, Program Development, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Algorithms, Markov Model, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Creativity, Game Theory, Theoretical Computer Science, Software Development, Generative AI, Social Sciences
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Information Systems Security Assessment Framework (ISSAF), Computer Security, Security Strategy, Cyber Risk, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Data Ethics, Network Analysis, Personally Identifiable Information, Ethical Standards And Conduct
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, C++ (Programming Language), C and C++, Computer Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Pseudocode, Computer Science
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, AI Enablement, AI Security, Risking, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Workflows, Model Evaluation, Process Optimization, Operational Efficiency, Emerging Technologies, Data Security, Critical Thinking, Analysis, Natural Language Processing, Innovation, Data-Driven Decision-Making
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: User Research, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), User Experience Design, User Experience, Design Research, Linux Commands, Usability, Debugging, User Interface (UI), Software Versioning, Software Visualization, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Pseudocode, JavaScript Frameworks, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Javascript, Web Applications, Event-Driven Programming, Unit Testing, Application Programming Interface (API)
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Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Visualization, Big Data, Microsoft Excel, IBM Cognos Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Apache Hadoop, Analytical Skills, Excel Formulas, Looker (Software), Scatter Plots, Tree Maps, Spreadsheet Software, Dashboard, Data Cleansing
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Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Responsible AI, Model Evaluation, Data Ethics, Data Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Unsupervised Learning, Human Computer Interaction, User Experience Design, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Data Quality, Model Deployment, Data Preprocessing, Human Centered Design, Machine Learning, Project Management, Product Management, Product Design, Data Science
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Graph Theory, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Analysis, Computer Science, Probability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Matlab, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Debugging, Mathematical Software, Development Environment, Computer Science, User Interface (UI), Data Structures, Engineering Calculations, Plot (Graphics), Problem Solving
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Wireframing, Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Design, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Browser Compatibility, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Web Design and Development, Javascript, Front-End Web Development, User Interface (UI), Verification And Validation, Web Development, Interactive Design, Usability, Event-Driven Programming, Web Development Tools, Data Structures
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months