Coursera introduces five new Professional Certificates and expands AI and human skills learning
Five new Professional Certificates and increased offerings from industry and university partners demonstrate how students are preparing for the future of work.
By Marni Baker Stein, Chief Content Officer
As 2026 progresses, the need for productive AI and human-centered skills continues to grow, with students moving beyond exploration to application.
Coursera’s 2026 Skills Grow Fastest highlights the growing need for skills like AI agents, AI-assisted design, and critical thinking – and I’m excited to share how our partners are bringing these skills to life on Coursera with new content designed for real-world use.
From Education to Jobs: Professional Certifications for the AI Era
Professional Certificates play an important role at Coursera by delivering work-relevant, practical learning and these new programs teach the latest AI skills across technology, business, and operations.
Supply Chain Specialist* (Airbus)
Introduces supply chain management with AI-powered learning and real-world projects in logistics, procurement, forecasting, and sustainable strategies.
Canva Essentials (Coursera)
Learn the necessary skills and abilities to create content using AI workflows and tools on the popular creative platform, Canva.
PyTorch for Deep Learning (DeepLearning.AI)
Build, train, and deploy deep learning models with PyTorch, gain practical experience in computer vision and NLP for modern AI systems.
Systems and Solutions Architect* (IBM)
Build core competencies in building systems and solutions, focusing on designing, integrating, and scaling technology solutions to meet business goals.
Machine Learning Engineer (SAS)
Develop end-to-end machine learning capabilities, from analytics to ModelOps, deployment, and automation. Hands-on projects prepare students for SAS certification.
*denotes entry level certificate; no previous experience is required.
Universities Strengthen AI with Rigor, Ethics, and Human Skills
As AI adoption accelerates, universities are playing an important role in instilling AI learning in ethics, communication, leadership, and academic rigor.
New university courses and technologies include:
New Partner Content Extends What – And How – Students Learn
In line with the growth of AI learning, we continue to welcome new partners, including the University of Alaska Fairbanks, and expand learning in all areas that are critical to the future of work.
Fresh content from partners like AI Certs and Minnesota State University, Mankato brings fresh ideas to the platform, inclusive leadership, communication, cybersecurity, and public health, including AI fluency and career readiness.
Latest courses and Specials from our new partners include:
- AI for healthcare (AI Certificates)
Effectively use AI tools in health diagnostics, analytics, and patient care. - AI for Health and Nursing (AI Certificates)
Use AI for clinical decisions, and nursing workflows for ethical, patient-centered care. - AI for Legal Practice (AI Certificates)
Apply AI to legal workflows, decision making, and data analysis to perform responsible legal work. - GLP-1 Medical Support Course for Fitness Professionals (ISA)
Support clients using GLP-1 medications with safe training, nutrition, and coaching. - Technological Communication in the Age of AI Expertise (Minnesota State University, Mankato)
Create clear technical content using generative AI to communicate complex ideas effectively. - Vibe Coding Essentials: Build Apps with AI Specialization (Scramble)
Create and deploy real-world applications using AI-powered coding tools, for starters.
In collaboration with our partners, we help students build AI and long-lasting skills that support sustainable career growth in a rapidly changing world.
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