Critical thinking courses can help you learn logical reasoning, argument analysis, problem-solving techniques, and decision-making strategies. You can build skills in evaluating evidence, identifying biases, and constructing coherent arguments. Many courses introduce tools such as logic diagrams and critical analysis frameworks, which help you apply these skills in various contexts, from academic writing to everyday decision-making.

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Writing, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technical Writing, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning, Information Privacy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing, Model Evaluation, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Statistical Methods, Probability, Probability & Statistics, Sampling (Statistics), Logistic Regression, Deep Learning, Probability Distribution, Supervised Learning, Statistics, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Agentic systems, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Neural Networks, Algorithms, Python Programming
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Advocacy, Public Policies, Public Health, Public Safety and National Security, Health Promotion, Legal Proceedings, Policy Analysis, Community Organizing, Court Systems, Crisis Intervention, Health Policy, Civil Procedures
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: IT Management, Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology (COBIT), Cloud Management, Quality Assurance, Compliance Auditing, Technology Strategies, Governance, Enterprise Architecture, Audit Planning, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Cloud Computing, Business Priorities, Change Control, Change Management, Resource Management, Internal Controls, Business Intelligence, Compliance Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Accountability, Employee Performance Management, Goal Setting, Performance Management, Professional Development, Constructive Feedback, Leadership, Productivity, Personal Development, Employee Engagement, Proactivity, Communication, Assertiveness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Scrum (Software Development), Agile Project Management, Backlogs, Sprint Planning, Agile Methodology, User Story, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Project Estimation, Scaled Agile Framework, Agile Product Development, Sprint Retrospectives, Waterfall Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Project Performance, Kanban Principles, Product Management, Project Management, Prioritization, Estimation, Problem Solving
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Ideation, Sustainable Design, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Systems Thinking, Innovation, Sustainable Development, Biotechnology, Biology, Usability Testing, Prototyping, Communication, Empathy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, electromagnetics, Physics, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Problem Solving, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Electronic Components, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Calculus, Differential Equations, Integral Calculus, Trigonometry, Derivatives
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

EDUCBA
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Network Troubleshooting, Network Security, Network Architecture, Virtual Networking, Network Administration, Wide Area Networks, Hardening, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Infrastructure, Network Routing, Network Monitoring, Private Cloud
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Transfer Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, Classification Algorithms
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Detection, Endpoint Detection and Response, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Threat Management, Anomaly Detection, Continuous Monitoring, System Monitoring, Virtual Machines, Network Security, Event Monitoring, Network Monitoring, Network Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Case Western Reserve University
Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Project Management, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Clinical Leadership, Patient Safety, Care Management, Teamwork, Collaboration, Innovation, Systems Thinking, Leadership, Systems Of Measurement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months