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Mayo

Dive deep into the science and habits of a healthier lifestyle at your own pace. In partnership with Mayo Clinic, ASU reveals the latest in health and wellness. This five-class series teaches concepts on mindfulness, nutrition, exercise, sleep and well-being.

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In the age of information overload, learn how to spot misinformation, assess credible sources and claims, explain how the professional news media operate and use media to participate in your community. Sponsored by the Facebook Journalism Project, the ASU News Co/Lab offers this free course on media literacy principles in English and Spanish.

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Empower good water stewardship through systems, policies and community water resilience. This interactive map of Arizona’s water resources and infrastructure displays data collected from more than 200 experts in water, land use, environmental and economic development.

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Move your career forward in this bold, innovative workforce development program addressing the need for more skilled workers in IT, cybersecurity and advanced manufacturing roles for anyone over 17.

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Wondering how to respectfully connect with someone of a different race, sexual orientation, religion or cultural background than you? With guidance from versed ASU subject matter experts, this series of videos is designed to help you understand how individual and systemic biases manifest, how to engage in meaningful conversations and how to form positive relationships with others.

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Build your own roadmap to financial freedom with monthly tips, tricks and methods to successfully manage your personal finances. This monthly financial education series is hosted by the ASU Alumni Association and brought to you by MidFirst Bank.

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Play a role in cultivating your child's curiosity to create, learn and grow with this virtual learning model. Established by the ASU Department of Psychology, Child Study Lab is an online preschool with curriculum designed to help children navigate life's complexities and learn emotional intelligence.

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If current events have you concerned about your financial future, this guide can help — free advice and tips for staying financially secure. Covering education, career, personal finance and other topics, these resources are design to help you make smart financial choices through uncertain times.

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These engaging activities introduce students to central themes in sustainability science. While designed for grades 6–9, activities can be easily modified for most students and align with Next Generation Science Standards and Common Core science, language arts, mathematics and history/social studies where appropriate.

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Helping Arizona teachers thrive in the new reality where online instruction is a part of every school plan. Access free training videos, online teaching resources and connect with fellow state educators for ideas and best practices.

Find and get the right job

Whether you’re looking for your first job or the next step in your career, these resources will help you find the right opportunity, perfect your resume and nail your interview. With video guides, practice questions, actionable tips and more, you’ll be set up for success in your application

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Elevate your skills in data analytics and visualization to uncover insights that drive results. Master essential analytics tools and visualization techniques to make data-driven decisions and communicate with impact. This program is designed to help you thrive in today's data-driven world.

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ASU offers a personalized learning pathway for Universal Learners® to follow their passions and explore their purpose. Here, you can earn badges, certificates and more as you broaden your skill sets.

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If you are fascinated by World War II, the resources here give you the opportunity to discover new insights into the war and its legacies. Delivered in partnership with the WWII Museum, this resource enables you to pursue a master’s degree in WWII studies, or to engage in a behind-the-scenes look at extensive artifacts and documents and to engage with leading experts on a variety of WWII topics — no assignments or exams required.

Mayo

Presented by professionals at ASU and Mayo Clinic, this series of health and wellness courses explores topics related to the body, mind and spirit. These include mindfulness, nutrition, sleep, physical fitness and holistic well-being. Learn how to reduce stress, eat healthier, sleep better, exercise more and improve your whole body.

 ICU Nursing for COVID-19*

This free online course for registered nurses (RNs) offers an introduction to the ICU setting as you transition to caring for critically ill COVID-19 patients. The course focuses on the care of mechanically ventilated patients, as well as the resources to support foundational knowledge and skills.

Interview

Preparation is key to any successful interview. With advice from industry experts, you can boost your interview skill set. Ensure you are ready to tackle any interview scenario that comes your way.

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While there are key principles that apply across all jobs, each industry has its own nuances. Learn about a variety of industries, from potential job roles to tips for success for each field.

Network

Networking can open professional doors you might have never thought possible. Learn more about how to make strong professional connections and hear from seasoned networking experts.

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A good resume can go a long way. Industry experts share tips and tricks for enhancing your resume and cover letter to help you get to the next step in landing your job: the interview.

Skills and Competencies

Learn how to highlight your skills, experiences and competencies to potential employers and effectively promote your professional growth and development.

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Explore ASU’s current portfolio of AI courses and certificates — ready for immediate enrollment. These programs can be taken individually or customized and delivered as a cohort-based experience for your organization.

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83% of companies say leadership development is important, yet only 5% offer leadership development training to all levels of their organization. ASU aims to bridge this gap, empowering learners at all levels to advance their leadership skills and give organizations a competitive edge.

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Technical skills are evolving at an accelerating pace. It can be challenging to stay on top of new skills, which is why more organizations are investing in their employees to continually acquire the knowledge and skills needed for today’s competitive landscape. From leading projects and manipulating data, to understanding supply chains and leveraging AI, ASU technical skills courses make your talent more effective in a broad range of technical roles.

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Most people have the core functional skills to perform their job effectively. What sets top talent apart is their soft skills, or professional skills. These skills — like creativity, emotional intelligence and collaboration — are increasingly in demand.

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Interest in sustainability and environmental, social and governance (ESG) has exploded in the last five years. While sustainability-related skills are in high demand, there is a shortage of such skills in the workforce today.

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ASU is committed to advancing microelectronics education alongside the historic CHIPS ACT’s $50B+ investment in Arizona. With the industry poised to create hundreds of thousands of jobs, ASU is at the forefront, working with global leaders, including Intel and TSMC, to meet the demand for 20,000+ engineers and 5,000+ technicians by 2030. Explore workforce training specializations and courses designed to inspire, train and upskill your world-class microelectronics workforce.

Browse our entire catalog of career upskilling courses and certificates.