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Basic Statistics Courses

Basic Statistics courses can help you learn data collection methods, descriptive statistics, probability distributions, and hypothesis testing. You can build skills in interpreting data sets, conducting surveys, and performing regression analysis. Many courses introduce tools like Excel, R, and Python, that support analyzing data and visualizing results. By applying these skills and tools, you can effectively communicate findings and make informed decisions based on statistical evidence.


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Popular Basic Statistics Courses and Certifications


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    The State University of New York

    Ignite Your Everyday Creativity

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Problem-Solving, Creativity, Creative Thinking, Ingenuity, Innovation, Problem Solving, Cognitive flexibility, Curiosity, Open Mindset, Recognizing Others, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Dealing With Ambiguity

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Electrical Characterization: Diodes

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Production Process, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Basic Electrical Systems, Test Equipment, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Systems, Manufacturing Processes, Process Control, Laboratory Equipment, Materials science, Engineering Calculations, Applied Mathematics

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    26 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of New Mexico

    Curanderismo: Traditional Healing of the Mind, Energy & Spirit

    Skills you'll gain: Trauma Care, Music, Mental and Behavioral Health, Cultural Sensitivity, Compassion, Health Care, Mindfulness, Cultural Diversity

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    129 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Surveillance Systems: Analysis, Dissemination, and Special Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Trend Analysis, Chronic Diseases, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Policy, Data Analysis, Biostatistics, System Monitoring, Health Informatics, Technical Communication, Media and Communications, Infectious Diseases, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Data Ethics, Data Collection, Risk Analysis, Information Privacy

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    385 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Recording in Journals & Posting in Ledgers

    Skills you'll gain: Ledgers (Accounting), Accounting Records, Bookkeeping, General Accounting, Accounting Systems, General Ledger, Accrual Accounting, Accounting, Accruals, Revenue Recognition, Reconciliation, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Transaction Processing, Financial Reporting, Expense Management, Journals

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    177 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Creating a Free Business Page with Blogger

    Skills you'll gain: Blogs, Google Analytics, Web Analytics, Promotional Strategies, Customer Engagement, Social Media, Content Marketing, Content Creation, Content Management Systems, Business Writing, Marketing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    257 reviews

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    Universiteit Leiden

    Population Health: Syndemics

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Social Determinants Of Health, Qualitative Research, Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, Epidemiology, Public Health, Substance Abuse, Infectious Diseases, Quantitative Research, Chronic Diseases, Anthropology, Probability & Statistics

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Akamai Technologies, Inc.

    Operating Systems Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Ubuntu, Linux Administration, File Systems, Linux Commands, Operating Systems, User Accounts, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, OS Process Management, File Management, Unix Shell, System Configuration, Command-Line Interface, Open Source Technology, Security Controls, Virtualization, Virtual Machines

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    128 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    AI-Powered Finance: Forecasting, Planning & Reporting

    Skills you'll gain: Ledgers (Accounting), Prompt Engineering, Tax Planning, Tax Management, Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, Auditing, Portfolio Management, Tax Compliance, Generative AI, Income Tax, Cash Flow Forecasting, Fraud detection, Financial Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Responsible AI, Financial Auditing, Oracle Cloud Applications, Artificial Intelligence, Risk Management

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Introduction to Indoor Air Quality

    Skills you'll gain: HVAC, Cleanliness, Pollution Prevention, Environmental Monitoring, Laboratory Testing, Occupational Health, Safety Standards, Environmental Engineering, Thermal Management, Respiratory Care, Mechanical Ventilation, Infectious Diseases, Public Health and Disease Prevention

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Goodwill Industries International

    Foundations of Career Navigating and Coaching

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Client Services, Coaching, Diversity and Inclusion, Professional Development, Workforce Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Active Listening, Empathy, Human Centered Design, Relationship Building, Goal Setting, Crisis Intervention

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    350 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Transforming Exploratory Data Analysis with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Responsible AI, Exploratory Data Analysis, AI Enablement, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Artificial Intelligence, Pandas (Python Package), Automation, Data Cleansing, Data Preprocessing, Data Visualization Software, Descriptive Statistics, Data Validation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular basic statistics courses

  • Ignite Your Everyday Creativity: The State University of New York
  • Electrical Characterization: Diodes: Arizona State University
  • Curanderismo: Traditional Healing of the Mind, Energy & Spirit: University of New Mexico
  • Surveillance Systems: Analysis, Dissemination, and Special Systems: Johns Hopkins University
  • Recording in Journals & Posting in Ledgers: University of California, Irvine
  • Creating a Free Business Page with Blogger: Coursera
  • Population Health: Syndemics: Universiteit Leiden
  • Operating Systems Fundamentals: Akamai Technologies, Inc.
  • AI-Powered Finance: Forecasting, Planning & Reporting: Coursera
  • Introduction to Indoor Air Quality: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

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