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      Microsoft

      Introduction to Microsoft Power Platform

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Platform, No-Code Development, Data Integration, Database Management Systems, Data Modeling, Application Development, Case Studies, Business Intelligence, Business Solutions, Security Controls

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      148 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Your World and What Shapes It

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Intercultural Competence, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Leadership Studies, Self-Awareness, Organizational Leadership, Social Justice, Adaptability

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Palliative Care Capstone Projects

      Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Patient Communication, Care Management, Healthcare Ethics, Compassion, Patient Evaluation, Patient-centered Care, Dignity in Care, Clinical Assessment, Self-Awareness, Communication, Cultural Sensitivity

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      39 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Santa Cruz

      The Career Design Lab: Change your Job, Change your Life

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Positivity, Design Thinking, Decision Making, Relationship Building, Professional Development, Creative Thinking, Interviewing Skills, Optimism, Self-Awareness, Negotiation, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Goal Setting

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Expanding SEL

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Empowerment, Emotional Intelligence, Social Justice, Social Skills, Behavior Management, Empathy, Classroom Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, School Counseling, Compassion, Working With Children, Relationship Building, Cultural Diversity, Mindfulness

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      132 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Introduction to SQL for BigQuery and Cloud SQL

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Google Cloud Platform, Database Development, Database Management, Data Import/Export, Query Languages, Data Warehousing

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      106 reviews

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Michigan

      Alexander Technique: Balanced Posture for Ease and Comfort

      Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Kinesiology, Stress Management, Physical Therapy, Respiration, Self-Awareness, Pain Management, Rehabilitation, Coordination, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Physiology

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Berklee

      Teaching Popular Music in the Classroom

      Skills you'll gain: Music, Musical Composition, Education Software and Technology, Instrumental Music, Teaching, Music Performance, World Music, Classroom Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Cultural Diversity, Creativity, Empowerment, Collaboration, Constructive Feedback

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      102 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Cambridge

      Foundations of Finance

      Skills you'll gain: Cash Flow Forecasting, Financial Reporting, Cash Flows, Finance, Financial Management, Financial Acumen, Financial Planning, Financial Statements, Risk Management, Return On Investment, Business Risk Management, Investment Management, Business Ethics, Stakeholder Management

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Desarrollo rápido de productos innovadores para mercados emergentes

      Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Design Thinking, Innovation, Product Design, Consumer Behaviour, Ideation, User Research, Market Opportunities, Product Improvement, Needs Assessment, Solution Design, Commercialization, Market Trend, Emerging Technologies

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      397 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Aptly

      Land Your Next Role

      Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Professional Networking, LinkedIn, Goal Setting, Business Writing, Professionalism, Negotiation, Self-Awareness, Storytelling, Communication Strategies, Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Florida

      Fixing Healthcare Delivery

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Lean Manufacturing, Organizational Change, Health Systems, Accident Prevention, Change Management, Leadership, Quality Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, Continuous Improvement Process, Team Management, Waste Minimization

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      137 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular self improvement courses

    • Introduction to Microsoft Power Platform: Microsoft
    • Your World and What Shapes It: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Palliative Care Capstone Projects: University of Colorado System
    • The Career Design Lab: Change your Job, Change your Life: University of California, Santa Cruz
    • Expanding SEL: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Introduction to SQL for BigQuery and Cloud SQL: Google Cloud
    • Alexander Technique: Balanced Posture for Ease and Comfort: University of Michigan
    • Teaching Popular Music in the Classroom: Berklee
    • Foundations of Finance: University of Cambridge
    • Desarrollo rápido de productos innovadores para mercados emergentes: Tecnológico de Monterrey

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