Coursera launches five new professional certificates and expands learning in artificial intelligence and human skills

Five new professional certificates and additional offerings from industry and university partners reflect how learners can prepare for the jobs of the future.

By Marni Baker Stein, Chief Content Officer

As 2026 approaches, demand for generative AI and human-centered skills continues to grow, as learners move from exploration to application.

Coursera The fastest growing skills of 2026 Highlighting the growing need for skills like AI agents, AI-assisted design, and critical thinking, I’m excited to share how our partners are bringing these skills to life on Coursera with new content designed for real-world applications.

From study to employment: Career certificates in the AI ​​era

Professional certificates play a key role on Coursera by delivering job-relevant, hands-on learning, and these latest courses teach the latest AI skills across technology, business and operations.

Supply chain expert* (airbus)
Start a career in supply chain management with AI-driven learning and real-world projects in logistics, procurement, forecasting and sustainability strategy.

Canvas essentials (course)
Learn popular design and content creation skills using AI workflows and tools on the popular creative platform Canva.

PyTorch for deep learning (Deep Learning.AI)
Use PyTorch to build, train, and deploy deep learning models and gain hands-on experience in computer vision and NLP for modern AI systems.

Systems and Solutions Architect*(IBM)
Develop foundational skills in systems and solutions architecture, focusing on designing, integrating, and scaling technology solutions to achieve business goals.

Machine Learning Engineer (SAS)
Develop end-to-end machine learning skills from statistics to model manipulation, deployment, and automation. Hands-on projects prepare learners for SAS certification.

*Denotes entry-level certification; no experience required.

Universities lay foundation for artificial intelligence with rigor, ethics and human skills
As AI adoption accelerates, universities play a key role in grounding ethics, communication, leadership and academic rigor in AI learning.

New college courses and majors include:

New partner content expands what and how learners learn
As AI learning evolves, we continue to welcome new partners, including the University of Alaska Fairbanks, and expand the interdisciplinary learning that is most important for the future of work.

New content from partners like AI Certs and Minnesota State University, Mankato brings a fresh perspective to the platform, covering leadership, communication, cybersecurity and public health, combining AI proficiency with career readiness.

Recent courses and majors for new partners include:

• Healthcare Artificial Intelligence (Artificial Intelligence Certificate)
  Apply artificial intelligence tools ethically to healthcare diagnostics, analytics, and patient care.
• Artificial Intelligence in Health and Care (Artificial Intelligence Certificate)
  Leverage artificial intelligence for clinical decision-making and nursing workflow to deliver ethical, patient-centered care.
• Application of artificial intelligence in legal practice (Artificial Intelligence Certificate)
  Use artificial intelligence in legal workflows, decision-making and data analysis to enable responsible legal practice.
• GLP-1 Medication Support Course for Fitness Professionals (International Social Security Association)
  Support clients using GLP-1 medications with safety training, nutrition and guidance.
• Technical exchange in the AI ​​era specialization (Minnesota State University, Mankato)
  Use generative artificial intelligence to create clear technical content to effectively communicate complex ideas.
• Vibe Coding Essentials: Building Apps with AI Specialization (Slimpa)
  Create and deploy real-world applications with AI-powered, beginner-friendly coding tools.

Together with our partners, we help learners develop artificial intelligence and lasting skills to support lasting career development in a rapidly changing world.

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