Cognitive Science courses can help you learn about human perception, language processing, decision-making, and neural networks. You can build skills in critical thinking, data analysis, and experimental design, which are vital for understanding how the mind works. Many courses introduce tools like Python for data analysis, statistical software for research, and simulation programs to model cognitive processes, allowing you to apply your knowledge in practical settings.

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, File I/O, Algorithms, Data Structures, Encryption, Computer Programming, Software Engineering, Data Preprocessing, Cryptography, Web Applications, Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, LLM Application, Embeddings, Agentic systems, Application Development, Data Pipelines, Data Integration, Development Environment
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Epidemiology, Health Policy, Health Care, Community Health, Health Disparities, Research, Health Informatics, Community Outreach, Research Methodologies, Cultural Sensitivity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Music, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Culture, Psychology, Neurology, Anatomy, Science and Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Miro AI, Brainstorming, UI/UX Strategy, Ideation, User Experience Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Design and Product, Design Thinking, Innovation, Conceptual Design, Collaborative Software, User Interface (UI) Design, Product Improvement, Team Oriented, Product Development
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Personal Development, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Mental Concentration, Accountability, Overcoming Obstacles, Self-Motivation, Persistence, Productivity, Emotional Intelligence, Positivity, Optimism, Stress Management, Goal Setting
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Frontend Integration, JavaScript Frameworks
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, LLM Application, Model Deployment, Prompt Patterns, Microsoft Azure, OpenAI API, Large Language Modeling, OpenAI, Application Deployment, Embeddings, Application Programming Interface (API), Scalability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Data Dictionary, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Debugging, Computational Logic, Command-Line Interface, Software Design Patterns, Data Cleansing, Functional Design, Scripting, Operating Systems, Pseudocode, Development Environment, File Management, Computational Thinking
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Data Dictionary, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Data Manipulation, Data Access, Data Processing, Computational Logic, Scripting, File I/O, Debugging, Computational Thinking, Jupyter, Maintainability, Computer Programming Tools, Scripting Languages
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Exploratory Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, Feature Engineering, Data Preprocessing, Statistical Analysis, Forecasting, Regression Analysis, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Data Science, Matplotlib, Pandas (Python Package), Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning Algorithms
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnKartS
Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Growth Mindedness, Creative Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Creative Problem-Solving, Strategic Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Brainstorming, Continuous Improvement Process, Systems Thinking, Analytical Skills, Decision Making, Process Analysis, Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks