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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


  • U

    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Child Nutrition and Health

    Skills you'll gain: Infant Care, Nutrition Education, Pediatrics, Nutrition Counseling, Nutrition and Diet, Childhood Education and Development, Child Welfare, Meal Planning And Preparation, Working With Children, Nutritional Assessment, Child Development, Preventative Care, Health Education, Caregiving, Food Safety and Sanitation, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Assessment, Health Care, Public Health, Health Equity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association)

    Coaching Nutrition for Changing Bodies and Lives

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

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    American Psychological Association

    Eating-Related Disorders and Disorders of Sleep

    Skills you'll gain: Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Behavioral Health, Psychiatry, Nutrition and Diet, Mental Health, Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Patient Evaluation, Cultural Diversity, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Diagnostic Tests, Health Education, Pharmacotherapy, Patient Treatment, Clinical Assessment, Physiology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Sexualidad...mucho más que sexo

    Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Diversity Awareness, Health Education, Cultural Sensitivity, Psychology, Sociology, Childhood Education and Development, Interpersonal Communications, Biology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6.4K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Stanford University

    Introduction to Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Pharmaceuticals, Health Systems, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Managed Care, Health Care, Medical Billing, Health Care Administration, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Medicaid, Medicare, Health Policy, Hospital Experience, Value-Based Care

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.5K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • N

    Niel Asher Education

    Strength and Conditioning: Prehab/Rehab Specialist

    Skills you'll gain: Lifting Ability, Injury Prevention, Mobility Assistance, Exercise Science, Train The Trainer, Physical Stamina, Safety Standards, Neurology, Mechanics, Planning

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • N

    Niel Asher Education

    Somatic Therapy and Body-Based Healing

    Skills you'll gain: Manual Therapy, Mindfulness, Self-Awareness, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Physical Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rehabilitation, Psychotherapy, Patient Communication, Mental Health Therapies, Athletic Training, Stress Management, Coaching, Communication, Intravenous Therapy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Macquarie University

    Generative AI for Educators: AI Literacy & Prompting Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Education Software and Technology, Artificial Intelligence, AI Enablement, Education and Training, Educational Materials, Digital pedagogy, Teaching, Model Evaluation, Critical Thinking, Data Ethics, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Technology Strategies, Information Technology, Higher Education, Creative Thinking, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • N

    Niel Asher Education

    Sports Massage Therapist

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Injury Prevention, Physical Therapy, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Human Musculoskeletal System, General Medicine, Family Medicine, Health And Wellness Coaching, Health Care, Pathology, Human Relations Movement

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • N

    Niel Asher Education

    Integrative Traditional Chinese Medicine Specialist

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Preparation, Manual Therapy, Patient Positioning, Patient Treatment, Pain Management, Patient Evaluation, Clinical Assessment, Exercise Therapy, Sports Medicine, Physical Therapy, Cleanliness, Intravenous Therapy, Respiratory Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Health And Wellness Coaching, Mental Health Therapies, Health Care, Physical Science, Maternal Health, Mental Health

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association)

    The Science of Eating Well for Fitness

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Counseling, Nutrition and Diet, Nutritional Assessment, Nutrition Education, Exercise Science, Nutrition Care Plans, Clinical Nutrition, Biology, Critical Thinking, Health Assessment, Physiology, Biochemistry, Health And Wellness Coaching, Health Education, Health Care, Cultural Diversity, Athletic Training, Anatomy, Coaching, Mental and Behavioral Health

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    IBM

    People & Soft Skills: Essential for Professional Success

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Problem Solving, Presentations, Collaboration, Root Cause Analysis, Interpersonal Communications, Conflict Management, Constructive Feedback, Professional Development, Communication, Social Skills, Virtual Teams, Collaborative Software, Teamwork, Public Speaking, Complex Problem Solving, Persuasive Communication, Professionalism, Accountability, Time Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    5.7K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Child Nutrition and Health: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Coaching Nutrition for Changing Bodies and Lives: ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association)
  • Eating-Related Disorders and Disorders of Sleep: American Psychological Association
  • Sexualidad...mucho más que sexo: Universidad de los Andes
  • Introduction to Healthcare: Stanford University
  • Strength and Conditioning: Prehab/Rehab Specialist: Niel Asher Education
  • Somatic Therapy and Body-Based Healing: Niel Asher Education
  • Generative AI for Educators: AI Literacy & Prompting Skills: Macquarie University
  • Sports Massage Therapist: Niel Asher Education
  • Integrative Traditional Chinese Medicine Specialist: Niel Asher Education

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