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Critical Thinking Courses

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.


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Popular Critical Thinking Courses and Certifications


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    Amazon Web Services

    Fundamentals of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative AI, Deep Learning, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Digital Transformation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    2.4K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The George Washington University

    Leading Healthcare Quality and Safety

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Clinical Leadership, Health Care Administration, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Health Policy, Health Information Management, Health Care, Healthcare Ethics, Health Equity, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Systems Thinking, Collaboration

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.5K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Philosophy and the Sciences: Introduction to the Philosophy of Cognitive Sciences

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Psychology, Human Learning, Anthropology, Human Factors, Science and Research, Robotics

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    1.5K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EC-Council

    Cybersecurity Attack and Defense Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Penetration Testing, Network Security, Threat Management, Mobile Security, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Security Controls, Vulnerability Scanning, Cybersecurity, Authorization (Computing), Malware Protection, Authentications, Identity and Access Management, Cyber Attacks, Threat Detection, Data Integrity

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    784 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Concepts, Strategies, and Analytics in Performance Marketing and Digital Advertising

    Skills you'll gain: Google Ads, Digital Advertising, Online Advertising, Advertising, Contextual Advertising, Pay Per Click Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Paid media, Social Media, Search Engine Marketing, Performance marketing, Marketing, Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Campaigns, Data Ethics, Web Analytics and SEO

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    825 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Leeds

    Decision Making - How to Choose the Right Problem to Solve

    Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Decision Making, Peer Review, Critical Thinking, Risk Analysis, Brainstorming, Strategic Decision-Making, Persuasive Communication, Estimation, Analysis, Prioritization, Professional Development

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Stanford University

    Introduction to Logic

    Skills you'll gain: Logical Reasoning, Computational Logic, Deductive Reasoning, Computational Thinking, Problem Solving, Business Logic, Complex Problem Solving, Decision Making

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    654 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    AI for Medicine

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Deep Learning, Statistical Analysis, Clinical Trials, Data Preprocessing, Risk Modeling, Treatment Planning, Data Analysis, Convolutional Neural Networks, Decision Tree Learning, Predictive Modeling, Feature Engineering, Patient Treatment, Image Analysis, Statistical Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, AI Personalization, Diagnostic Radiology, Machine Learning, Random Forest Algorithm

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    2.4K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yale University

    Introduction to Breast Cancer

    Skills you'll gain: Mammography, Oncology, Clinical Trials, Diagnostic Tests, Radiation Therapy, Surgery, Care Management, Preventative Care, Pathology, Patient Treatment, Biology, Patient Education And Counseling, Epidemiology, Molecular Biology

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    1.4K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Leading Teams: Building Effective Team Cultures

    Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Team Management, Team Motivation, Safety Culture, Diversity and Inclusion, Team Leadership, Employee Engagement, Growth Mindedness, Team Performance Management, Motivational Skills, Workplace inclusivity, Problem Solving, Organizational Change, Innovation, Adaptability, Leadership Development, Creativity, Leadership

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    2.4K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    English for Teaching Purposes

    Skills you'll gain: Lecturing, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Higher Education, Language Learning, Professional Development, Collaboration, Vocabulary, Train The Trainer, Grammar

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    631 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Austral

    El Abogado del Futuro: Legaltech y la Transformación Digital del Derecho

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Technology, Legal Strategy, Blockchain, Digital Transformation, Technology Solutions, Technology Strategies, Workforce Development, Court Systems, Entrepreneurship, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Innovation, Design Thinking, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    1.3K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular critical thinking courses

  • Fundamentals of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence: Amazon Web Services
  • Leading Healthcare Quality and Safety: The George Washington University
  • Philosophy and the Sciences: Introduction to the Philosophy of Cognitive Sciences: The University of Edinburgh
  • Cybersecurity Attack and Defense Fundamentals: EC-Council
  • Concepts, Strategies, and Analytics in Performance Marketing and Digital Advertising: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Decision Making - How to Choose the Right Problem to Solve: University of Leeds
  • Introduction to Logic: Stanford University
  • AI for Medicine: DeepLearning.AI
  • Introduction to Breast Cancer: Yale University
  • Leading Teams: Building Effective Team Cultures: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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