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      Amazon Web Services

      AWS Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon CloudWatch, Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon Web Services, Serverless Computing, Cloud Computing, Amazon S3, Scalability, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Event-Driven Programming, Solution Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, Data Migration, Cloud Storage, API Gateway, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Cloud Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Security, Data Import/Export

      4.8
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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Virginia

      Artificial Intelligence in Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Strategies, Digital Transformation, Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Artificial Intelligence, Algorithms, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Network Analysis, Customer experience improvement, Machine Learning

      4.6
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      290 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Amazon Web Services

      AWS Cloud Solutions Architect

      Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon CloudWatch, Data Lakes, Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon Web Services, Serverless Computing, Cloud Computing, Amazon S3, Scalability, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Event-Driven Programming, Cloud Security, Solution Architecture, Data Visualization, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Storage, Data Architecture, API Gateway, Data Infrastructure, AWS CloudFormation

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      4.8
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      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      MedCerts

      Medical Office Procedures and Administration Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Medical Records, Healthcare Ethics, Medical Office Procedures, Conflict Management, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Health Information Management, Electronic Medical Record, Patient Registration, Patient Coordination, Cultural Responsiveness, Medical History Documentation, Practice Management Software, Patient Education And Counseling, Care Coordination, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Professionalism, Health Informatics, Professional Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      776 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Amazon Web Services

      AWS Cloud Technology Consultant

      Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Amazon CloudWatch, AWS CloudFormation, Software Development Life Cycle, CI/CD, Amazon Web Services, Professional Networking, IT Automation, Cloud Computing, Amazon S3, Extract, Transform, Load, DevOps, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Software Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, Amazon DynamoDB, Cloud Infrastructure, Web Applications, Leadership Development

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      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6.6K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Human Resource Management: HR for People Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Performance Management, Performance Appraisal, Employee Performance Management, Compensation Management, Compensation Strategy, Compensation and Benefits, Constructive Feedback, Workforce Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Employee Onboarding, Recruitment, Recruitment Strategies, Human Capital, Compensation Analysis, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources Management and Planning, People Management, Job Analysis, Payroll

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      15K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      IBM Introduction to Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Regression Analysis, Dimensionality Reduction, Data Cleansing, Data Access, Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Inference, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Quality, Machine Learning, Data Science, Machine Learning Algorithms, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Statistical Modeling, Applied Machine Learning

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Amazon Web Services

      AWS Cloud Support Associate

      Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Command-Line Interface, Amazon CloudWatch, AWS CloudFormation, Root Cause Analysis, Amazon DynamoDB, Customer Relationship Building, Network Troubleshooting, Amazon Web Services, Customer Relationship Management, Software Architecture, IT Automation, Linux Commands, Cloud Computing, Linux, Amazon S3, Scalability, Technical Support, Web Applications

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Introduction to Programming with Python and Java

      Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Object Oriented Design, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Analysis, Unit Testing, Pandas (Python Package), Eclipse (Software), Data Structures, Data Cleansing, Debugging, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Visualization Software, Software Testing, Integrated Development Environments, Program Development, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      Stay Ahead of the AI Curve

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Workforce Development, Strategic Thinking, Digital Transformation, Innovation, Generative AI, Emerging Technologies, Business Solutions, Data Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      182 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Kennesaw State University

      Six Sigma Yellow Belt

      Skills you'll gain: Six Sigma Methodology, Root Cause Analysis, Lean Methodologies, Data Collection, Process Improvement, Quality Improvement, Process Optimization, Lean Six Sigma, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Kaizen Methodology, Process Analysis, Probability Distribution, Regression Analysis, Process Capability, Business Process, Statistical Process Controls, Quality Management, Team Management, Continuous Improvement Process

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IESE Business School

      Think like a CFO

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Corporate Finance, Income Statement, Accounting, Financial Market, Financial Accounting, Capital Budgeting, Operational Analysis, Accrual Accounting, Financial Modeling, Working Capital, Balance Sheet, Financial Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Financial Reporting, Financial Management, Equities, Capital Markets

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6.2K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular free courses

    • AWS Fundamentals: Amazon Web Services
    • Artificial Intelligence in Marketing: University of Virginia
    • AWS Cloud Solutions Architect: Amazon Web Services
    • Medical Office Procedures and Administration Fundamentals: MedCerts
    • AWS Cloud Technology Consultant: Amazon Web Services
    • Human Resource Management: HR for People Managers: University of Minnesota
    • IBM Introduction to Machine Learning: IBM
    • AWS Cloud Support Associate: Amazon Web Services
    • Introduction to Programming with Python and Java: University of Pennsylvania
    • Stay Ahead of the AI Curve: Google

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    Free courses offer an accessible way to explore new topics, build skills, and learn from top institutions—without financial commitment. They can help you discover interests, gain practical knowledge, and take the first step toward larger learning goals. Whether you're starting fresh or advancing existing skills, free learning options give you the freedom to grow on your terms.

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    Coursera offers thousands of free courses across topics like data science, business, health, computer science, personal development, and more. While you can explore lectures and course content at no cost, some features—like assessments and certificates—may require payment.‎

    Yes, but certificates are typically not included in the free version of a course. To earn a certificate, you’ll usually need to pay for the course or apply financial aid if available. You can still learn all the material for free through audit mode.‎

    To start a course for free, choose the “Audit the course” or “Enroll for free” option during sign-up. This lets you access video lectures and some assignments without payment. Look for courses labeled as “Free” or those that offer a free audit option.‎

    Auditing a course gives you free access to the learning materials, like videos and reading content. Paying for a course unlocks graded assignments, assessments, and a certificate upon completion—which may be useful for showcasing your skills or professional development.‎

    Yes, many free courses are taught by instructors from top institutions like Stanford, Yale, University of Pennsylvania, and companies like IBM. These courses offer an accessible way to learn from leading educators and professionals around the world.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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