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Active Directory courses can help you learn user and group management, authentication protocols, and directory services architecture. You can build skills in configuring domain controllers, managing access permissions, and implementing security policies. Many courses introduce tools like PowerShell for automation, Active Directory Users and Computers for management tasks, and Group Policy Management Console for policy enforcement, providing practical experience in maintaining and securing network environments.

Popular Active Directory Courses and Certifications


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    University of Michigan

    Python for Everybody

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Data Processing, Debugging, Web Scraping, File I/O, Data Store, Data Visualization, Database Software, Relational Databases, Restful API, Web Services, SQL, Databases, Data Visualization Software, JSON, Data Presentation, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Program Development

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Bioinformatics

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Dimensionality Reduction, Unsupervised Learning, Statistical Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Data Analysis Software, Machine Learning Algorithms, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Markov Model, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Infectious Diseases, Microbiology, Epidemiology, Statistical Analysis, Precision Medicine, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Python Programming

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Stanford University

    Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Bioinformatics, Theoretical Computer Science, Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Network Routing, Computational Thinking, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Probability, Design Strategies, Computer Science, Logical Reasoning

    4.8
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    C and Go: Classical and Modern Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Go (Programming Language), File I/O, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging, Computer Programming, C and C++, Unit Testing, C (Programming Language), Program Development, Computer Science, Software Testing, Algorithms, Code Reusability, Graph Theory, Computational Logic, Memory Management

    4.5
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Pearson

    Building Linux Servers: DHCP, DNS, and Directory Services

    Skills you'll gain: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Linux Servers, User Accounts, Virtual Networking, Virtualization, Linux Administration, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, User Provisioning, Network Performance Management, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Linux, Group Policy, Server Administration, Servers, Network Administration, Network Security, Security Management, Cybersecurity, Disaster Recovery, Large Language Modeling

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Meta

    Programming with JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Web Development Tools, Javascript, Unit Testing, Web Applications, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Scripting Languages, Event-Driven Programming, Node.JS, JSON, Test Script Development, Computer Programming, Test Case, Data Structures, Debugging, Package and Software Management, Code Reusability, Front-End Web Development, Functional Design

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Managing Virtualization, Storage & Policy in Server 2025

    Skills you'll gain: Active Directory, Group Policy, Windows Servers, Microsoft Servers, Virtualization, Virtual Machines, Server Administration, Data Storage Technologies, Performance Tuning, Microsoft Windows, Servers, Data Storage, Operating System Administration, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Cloud-Based Integration, System Configuration, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Identity and Access Management, Cloud Services, Security Controls

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Object Oriented Java Programming: Data Structures and Beyond

    Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Growth Mindedness, Data Structures, Graph Theory, Event-Driven Programming, Social Network Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Java, Java Programming, Network Analysis, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Technical Communication, User Interface (UI), Peer Review, Object Oriented Design, Software Testing, Computer Programming, Program Development, Adaptability, Problem Solving

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Criação de agentes de IA com bancos de dados corporativos

    Skills you'll gain: Model Context Protocol, Vector Databases, Database Development, Tool Calling, AI Workflows, Agentic Workflows, AI Integrations, LLM Application, Database Architecture and Administration, Generative AI Agents, SQL, Query Languages, Google Cloud Platform, Databases, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Embeddings, Agentic systems, Application Deployment

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    R Programming

    Skills you'll gain: R (Software), Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Statistical Programming, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis, Debugging, Simulations, Program Development, Programming Principles, Software Installation, Data Structures, Performance Tuning, Data Import/Export

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Psychological First Aid

    Skills you'll gain: Triage, Crisis Intervention, Active Listening, Stress First Aid, Rapport Building, De-escalation Techniques, Psychosocial Assessments, Emergency Response, Trauma Care, Emergency Services, First Aid, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychiatric Assessments, Interpersonal Communications, Personal Care, Mitigation, Mental Health, Stress Management, Patient Referral, Behavioral Health

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Functional Programming in Scala

    Skills you'll gain: Scala Programming, Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Application Design, User Interface (UI), Distributed Computing, Programming Principles, Leaflet (Software), Big Data, Data Processing, Software Design, Data Structures, Software Design Patterns, Functional Design, Object Oriented Design, Data Manipulation, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Interactive Data Visualization, Scientific Visualization, Algorithms

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular active directory courses

  • Python for Everybody: University of Michigan
  • Bioinformatics: University of California San Diego
  • Algorithms: Stanford University
  • C and Go: Classical and Modern Programming: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Building Linux Servers: DHCP, DNS, and Directory Services: Pearson
  • Programming with JavaScript: Meta
  • Managing Virtualization, Storage & Policy in Server 2025: Packt
  • Object Oriented Java Programming: Data Structures and Beyond: University of California San Diego
  • Criação de agentes de IA com bancos de dados corporativos: Google Cloud
  • R Programming: Johns Hopkins University

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