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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 Pennsylvania

    Positive Psychology: Martin E. P. Seligman’s Visionary Science

    Skills you'll gain: Optimism, Personal Development, Resilience, Positive Behavior Support, Psychology, Working With Children, Education and Training, Research, Visionary, Human Development, Creativity

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6.4K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Emerging Trends & Technologies in the Virtual K-12 Classroom

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Learning Management Systems, Collaborative Software, Digital pedagogy, Teaching, Augmented Reality, Game Design, Virtual Environment, Emerging Technologies, Information Privacy, Social Media

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    667 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    UBITS

    Potencia tu comunicaciĂłn como lĂ­der

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Leadership, Persuasive Communication, Influencing, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Strategic Communication, Negotiation, Emotional Intelligence, Assertiveness, Empathy, Conflict Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    34 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Future Health: Digital Health and Healthcare Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Health Technology, Precision Medicine, Telehealth, Health Systems, Health Informatics, Digital Transformation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Health Care, Data Science, Analytics, Innovation, Big Data, Medical Equipment and Technology, Medical Science and Research, Medical Devices, Health Policy, Health Care Administration, Health Education, Home Health Care, General Medicine

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Council on Foreign Relations

    Climate Change: The Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, International Relations, Sustainable Development, Environmental Science, World History, Scientific Methods, Physical Science, Advocacy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 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

    IESE Business School

    Foundations of Management

    Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Brand Management, Financial Statements, Marketing, Financial Statement Analysis, Leadership Development, Business Analytics, Marketing Strategies, Income Statement, Business Analysis, Strategic Marketing, Intercultural Competence, Financial Analysis, Accounting, Conflict Management, Financial Management, Financial Acumen, Financial Data, Leadership, Finance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    5.5K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • M

    MedCerts

    Medical Billing and Coding Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Revenue Cycle Management, Medical Billing, Medical Billing and Coding, Conflict Management, Anatomy, Pathology, Medical Coding, Cultural Responsiveness, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Electronic Medical Record, Professionalism, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Professional Development, Medical Records, Time Management, Physiology, Payment Processing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.8K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Introduction to Programming with MATLAB

    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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    18K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Stanford University

    International Women's Health and Human Rights

    Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Maternal Health, Community Health, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Gerontology, Child Health, Health Disparities, Gynecology, Health Equity, Social Justice, Family Planning, Social Determinants Of Health, Socioeconomics, Health Education, Human Services, Advocacy, Education and Training, Immigration Law, International Relations, Cultural Diversity

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.7K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Cambridge

    Introduction to Cognitive Psychology and Neuropsychology

    Skills you'll gain: Human Learning, Psychology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Medical Imaging, Neurology, Research Methodologies, Research, Human Development, Learning Theory, Scientific Methods, Child Development

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    90 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    NutriciĂłn y obesidad: control de sobrepeso

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutritional Assessment, Clinical Nutrition, Nutrition Education, Preventative Care, Patient Evaluation, Chronic Diseases, Health And Wellness Coaching, Patient Education and Support, Family Support, Exercise Science

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    5.7K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Positive Psychology: Martin E. P. Seligman’s Visionary Science: University of Pennsylvania
  • Emerging Trends & Technologies in the Virtual K-12 Classroom: University of California, Irvine
  • Potencia tu comunicaciĂłn como lĂ­der: UBITS
  • Future Health: Digital Health and Healthcare Innovation: John Wiley & Sons
  • Climate Change: The Basics: Council on Foreign Relations
  • The Science of Eating Well for Fitness: ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association)
  • Foundations of Management: IESE Business School
  • Medical Billing and Coding Fundamentals: MedCerts
  • Introduction to Programming with MATLAB: Vanderbilt University
  • International Women's Health and Human Rights: Stanford University

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