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American History Courses

American History courses can help you learn about key events, influential figures, and social movements that shaped the nation. You can build skills in critical analysis, historical interpretation, and effective communication of complex ideas. Many courses introduce tools like primary source documents, timelines, and digital archives, which enhance your understanding of historical context and enable you to engage with various perspectives on American identity and culture.

Popular American History Courses and Certifications


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    SkillsBooster Academy

    Build AI Chatbots with React and AI APIs

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Rice University

    Medical Terminology II

    Skills you'll gain: Medical History Documentation, Medical Terminology, Pulmonology, Cardiology, Electronic Medical Record System, Medical Records, Endocrinology, Respiratory Care, Respiration, Hematology, Anatomy, Immunology, Diagnostic Tests

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    214 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    Introduction to Virtual Reality

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Reality, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Unity Engine, Virtual Environment, Video Game Development, Application Design, Display Devices, Technical Design, Persona (User Experience), Human Computer Interaction, Human Factors, Sensory Systems Analysis, Journalism, Mental Health Therapies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Alberta

    Paleontology: Ancient Marine Reptiles

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Ancient History, Life Sciences, Environment, Taxonomy

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    American Psychological Association

    Psychology of Substance Use, Depressive Disorders, & Trauma

    Skills you'll gain: Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Substance Abuse, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Therapies, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychiatry, Trauma Care, Mental Health, Substance Abuse Counseling, Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Behavioral Health, Pharmacology, Diagnostic Tests, Psychological Evaluations, Neurology, Cultural Diversity, Patient Treatment, Epidemiology, Patient Evaluation

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    181 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Toronto

    Bioinformatic Methods II

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, R (Software), Informatics, Network Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Processing, Scientific Visualization, Structural Analysis, Heat Maps

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    489 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Coaching and Mentoring for Workplace Success

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Coaching, Mentorship, Coaching, Employee Engagement, Professional Development, People Development, Drive Engagement, Employee Performance Management, Trustworthiness, Initiative and Leadership, Accountability Frameworks, Organizational Leadership, Relationship Building, Team Leadership, Verbal Communication Skills, Leadership, Communication Strategies, Communication, Organizational Skills, Growth Strategies

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    The Materiality of ESG Factors

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Risk Management Framework, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Case Studies, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Workplace inclusivity, Corporate Sustainability, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Governance, Climate Change Programs, Investment Management, Sustainable Business, Waste Minimization, Portfolio Risk, Equities, Finance

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    The University of Melbourne

    Sexing the Canvas: Art and Gender

    Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Art History, Culture, Diversity Awareness, Sociology, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Liberal Arts, Visual Storytelling, World History

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    433 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Introduction to Technical Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Writing, Technical Documentation, Software Documentation, Technical Communication, Layout Design, Writing and Editing, Writing, Collaborative Software, Graphic and Visual Design, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Typography, Proofreading, Multimedia, Content Management, GitHub, Version Control

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    MedCerts

    Medical Billing and Coding Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Revenue Cycle Management, Medical Billing, Medical Billing and Coding, Electronic Medical Record System, Medical Coding, Medical History Documentation, Medical Records, ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), Electronic Medical Record, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Information Management and Medical Records, CPT Coding, Medical Office Procedures, Medical Privacy, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Patient Registration, Health Information Management, Managed Care, Payment Processing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National Taiwan University

    唐詩新思路 (Tang Poetry)

    Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Liberal Arts, Ancient History, Art History, Psychology, Music, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular american history courses

  • Build AI Chatbots with React and AI APIs: SkillsBooster Academy
  • Medical Terminology II: Rice University
  • Introduction to Virtual Reality: University of London
  • Paleontology: Ancient Marine Reptiles: University of Alberta
  • Psychology of Substance Use, Depressive Disorders, & Trauma: American Psychological Association
  • Bioinformatic Methods II: University of Toronto
  • Coaching and Mentoring for Workplace Success: EDUCBA
  • The Materiality of ESG Factors: University of Pennsylvania
  • Sexing the Canvas: Art and Gender: The University of Melbourne
  • Introduction to Technical Writing: Board Infinity

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