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Interested in learning new job skills or earning a professional certification? Chicago Connected participants can now access free world-class content taught by instructors from over 190 of the world’s leading universities and organizations through Coursera.
A Coursera license includes free access to:
Over 5,000 courses in multiple languages, including Spanish (sample courses: The Art of the Job Interview, Excel Skills for Business, Introduction to Data Analytics, A Life of Happiness and Fulfillment, and more!)
Over 30 professional certificates (sample certificates: Data Analytics, IT Support, UX Design, Social Media Marketer, and more!)
How to get started:
Invitations to request a Coursera license will be shared with Chicago Connected participants through CPS Parent Universities and Chicago Connected community partners. If granted a license, learners will have access for four months, with the opportunity to renew.
Questions? Get in touch with your local Parent University at face@cps.edu