• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Degrees
​
Log In
Join for Free
  • Browse
  • Adult Education

Adult Education Courses

Courses in adult education can help you learn instructional design, assessment strategies, and effective facilitation techniques. You can build skills in creating engaging learning experiences, understanding diverse learner needs, and applying various teaching methodologies. Many courses introduce tools like learning management systems, assessment software, and collaborative platforms that enhance the educational experience and support ongoing learner engagement.

Popular Adult Education Courses and Certifications


  • Status: Free
    Free
    C

    Coursera

    Understand Best Practices with Canvas

    Skills you'll gain: Course Development, Learning Management Systems, Information Architecture, Education Software and Technology, Content Management Systems, Content Management, Design

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    40 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    C

    Campus BBVA

    The ABC of sustainability

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainability Reporting, Sustainable Business, Sustainability Standards, Socioeconomics, Social Justice, Health Equity, Economic Development, Environment and Resource Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Environmental Issue, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Finance, Economics, Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, Critical Thinking

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    237 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Technical Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Proposal Development, Proposal Writing, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Constructive Feedback, Non-Verbal Communication, Technical Communication, Technical Writing, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Leadership, Stakeholder Analysis, Oral Expression, Concision, Business Writing, Team Collaboration, Empathy, Report Writing, Storytelling

    Build toward a degree

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    100 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Expanding SEL

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Empowerment, Emotional Intelligence, Social Justice, Social Skills, Behavior Management, Empathy, Education and Training, Community and Social Work, Diversity Awareness, Social Impact, Cultural Responsiveness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Psychosocial Assessments, Behavioral Management, Working With Children, Cultural Diversity, Mindfulness

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    137 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Machine Learning and Human Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Machine Learning Methods, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Learning Management Systems, Digital pedagogy, Artificial Intelligence, AI literacy, Data Mining, Learning Theory, Human Factors, Human Computer Interaction

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    C

    Case Western Reserve University

    Be a Leader, Develop a Leader

    Skills you'll gain: Coaching, Leadership Development, Leadership, Strategic Leadership, People Development, Professional Development, Organizational Leadership, Visionary, Personal Development, Lifelong Learning, Planning

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    84 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    U

    Università Bocconi

    Capital-investissement et capital-risque

    Skills you'll gain: Private Equity, Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Valuation, Investments, Finance, Entrepreneurship, Financial Analysis, Financial Services, Financial Management, Financial Regulation, Tax Laws, Legal Risk, Tax Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    45 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Global Strategy I: How The Global Economy Works

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Intercultural Competence, World History, Economics, Market Dynamics, Cultural Diversity, Business Management, Political Sciences, Cultural Responsiveness, Export Control, Business Economics, Business Strategy, Economic Development, Policy Analysis, Corporate Strategy, Investments, Risk Management, Competitive Analysis, Governance, Business Development

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    303 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    R

    Rice University

    Key Concepts in Organizational DE&I

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Training, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Programs, Intercultural Competence, Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Organizational Change, Human Resource Policies, Culture Transformation, Behavior Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    71 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    ISC2

    Security Concepts and Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Security Controls, Security Awareness, Change Control, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cybersecurity, Security Management, Information Assurance, Data Security, Safety and Security, Cyber Security Policies, Enterprise Security, Data Ethics, Human Factors (Security), Cyber Security Assessment, Data Integrity, Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    111 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Sound and Sonification Design for Interactive Learning Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Prototyping, Interactive Design, Usability, Music, Interaction Design, Multimedia, Design, Musical Composition, Music Theory, Design Elements And Principles, Design Research, Usability Testing, Conceptual Design, Design Strategies, Human Centered Design, User Research, Ideation, Simulations

    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    27 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    IA: Ética en la Inteligencia Artificial Educativa

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Data Ethics, Risking, Artificial Intelligence, Education and Training, AI literacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Social Impact, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative AI Agents, Analysis

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    51 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

1…828384…214

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

  • Understand Best Practices with Canvas: Coursera
  • The ABC of sustainability : Campus BBVA
  • Technical Communication: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Expanding SEL: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Machine Learning and Human Learning: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Be a Leader, Develop a Leader: Case Western Reserve University
  • Capital-investissement et capital-risque: Università Bocconi
  • Global Strategy I: How The Global Economy Works: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Key Concepts in Organizational DE&I: Rice University
  • Security Concepts and Practices: ISC2

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