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      IBM

      Preparation for CompTIA A+ Certification

      Skills you'll gain: Desktop Support, Hardware Troubleshooting, Network Support, Network Troubleshooting, Information Technology Operations, Microsoft Windows, Mobile Security, Computer Hardware, Technical Support and Services, System Configuration, Networking Hardware, Technical Support, Network Security, Operating Systems, Firewall, Windows Servers, Linux, Mac OS, Software Installation, System Support

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      Computer Vision Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Computer Graphics, Color Theory, Computer Science, Matlab, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Programming, Artificial Neural Networks, Calculus, Probability & Statistics

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Excel and Copilot Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Excel Formulas, Prompt Engineering, Data Visualization, Microsoft Excel, Data Entry, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Automation

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      134 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Berklee

      Music Business Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Music History, Music, Contract Negotiation, Negotiation, Team Building, Team Management, Contract Review, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Business Management, Business, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      The Payroll Professional

      Skills you'll gain: Payroll, Payroll Administration, Human Resources, Compensation Management, Customer Service, Regulatory Compliance, Continuous Improvement Process

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      412 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Art of Visual Storytelling

      Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Adobe Premiere, Videography, Video Production, Storyboarding, Storytelling, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Post-Production, Media Production, Data Import/Export, Writing, Scripting, Editing, Graphic and Visual Design, Creativity, File Management, Quality Assurance

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      124 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Network Principles in Practice: Linux Networking

      Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Linux, Kubernetes, Network Administration, Network Architecture, Software-Defined Networking, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Border Gateway Protocol, Docker (Software), Network Routing, Containerization, Virtualization, Network Switches

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of London

      Introduction to Computer Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Programming, Development Environment, Data Management, Maintainability, User Interface (UI), Human Computer Interaction, Programming Principles, Javascript

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      908 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Introduction to Technical Support

      Skills you'll gain: Technical Support, Desktop Support, IT Infrastructure, ServiceNow, Network Support, Help Desk Support, Remote Access Systems, Service Level, Customer Service, Technical Documentation, Technical Communication, Issue Tracking, Operating Systems

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Survey Data Collection and Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Sample Size Determination, Surveys, Survey Creation, Data Analysis Software, Data Collection, Research Methodologies, Statistical Analysis, Research, Stata, Research Design, Interviewing Skills, Statistical Methods, Statistical Modeling, Descriptive Statistics, Data Quality, Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, R Programming

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Toronto

      Mental Health and Resilience for Healthcare Workers

      Skills you'll gain: Resilience, Stress Management, Mental Health, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Psychiatric And Mental Health Nursing, Compassion, Mindfulness, Positive Behavior Support, Psychology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      493 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Board Infinity

      Quality Improvement and Management

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Process Controls, Quality Management, Quality Management Systems, Product Quality (QA/QC), ISO 9000 Series, User Feedback, Quality Improvement, Customer experience improvement, Service Improvement, Customer Service, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quality Control, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Capability, Product Improvement, Technical Standard, Customer Insights, Pareto Chart

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular linux basics courses

    • Preparation for CompTIA A+ Certification: IBM
    • Computer Vision Basics: University at Buffalo
    • Excel and Copilot Fundamentals: Microsoft
    • Music Business Foundations: Berklee
    • The Payroll Professional: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
    • The Art of Visual Storytelling: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Network Principles in Practice: Linux Networking: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Introduction to Computer Programming : University of London
    • Introduction to Technical Support : IBM
    • Survey Data Collection and Analytics: University of Michigan

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