{"id":438,"date":"2024-05-21T10:15:56","date_gmt":"2024-05-21T09:15:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.alison.com\/?p=438"},"modified":"2024-07-04T12:52:00","modified_gmt":"2024-07-04T11:52:00","slug":"top-10-alison-courses-time","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alison.com\/blog\/top-10-alison-courses-time","title":{"rendered":"Alison&#8217;s Top 10 Free Online Courses in 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hundreds of thousands of learners log into Alison every day, accessing our free online courses to further their education, learn new skills, enhance their careers, or simply learn something new! Many others are making use of our free resources:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/alison.com\/careers\">Career Guide<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Explore thousands of career pathways, including average salaries and course recommendations<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/alison.com\/resume-builder\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Resum\u00e9 Builder<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Create a clear, concise, impactful CV that will showcase your skills and experience<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/alison.com\/psychometric-test\/wellbeing\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Workplace Wellbeing Assessment<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Understand and improve your cognitive, emotional and physical wellbeing and workplace stressors<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/alison.com\/psychometric-test\/personality\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Workplace Personality Test<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Who are you and why do you do things the way you do? The answers will illuminate your path to a fulfilling career<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/alison.com\/psychometric-test\/aptitude\/verbal\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Aptitude Test<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Assess your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">verbal, numerical and abstract reasoning skills. Course recommendations will help you improve in your areas of weakness<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Almost 5,000 Diploma and Certificate courses cover everything from art to artificial intelligence and from business to beekeeping, caregiving to coding\u2026 you get the picture. What, you might ask, are the most popular topics? Caregiving, first aid, nursing and mental health, HR and project management are top of the leaderboard currently, as learners discover the merits of free online courses for furthering their careers. Here are the top 10 courses based on our data on enrolments, completions, reviews and more\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Top First Aid Courses<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/alison.com\/course\/cpr-aed-and-first-aid\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>CPR, AED and First Aid<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Almost 1,500 learners tell us they \u2018loved\u2019 this CPR, AED and First Aid certification course. Nearly 32,000 people have completed it in the past 12 months alone out of a total of approximately 360,000. This hugely popular Save a Life Certification by NHCPS opens with first aid basics, from what goes into a first aid kit to assessing the scene to understand what has happened. You\u2019ll learn how to check a patient\u2019s responsiveness and how to deal with traumatic injuries and choking in babies, children and adults. For cases of cardiac arrest, learn how to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and how to use an automated external defibrillator (AED).\u00a0 Sign up today to master lifesaving skills that anyone can use in a personal or professional capacity.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/alison.com\/course\/basic-life-support-bls\">Basic Life Support (BLS)<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<h2><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-3275 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/alison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/CPR-AED-and-First-Aid-300x188.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"188\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/CPR-AED-and-First-Aid-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/alison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/CPR-AED-and-First-Aid-400x250.png 400w, https:\/\/alison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/CPR-AED-and-First-Aid.png 422w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Master critical life-saving skills with this certified first aid course with updated training in line with the latest guidelines. This Save A Life certificate course covers each of the principal first aid techniques for dealing with infants, children and adults and includes scenarios for both one and two rescuers. Topics include mouth-to-mouth and \u2018bag-mask\u2019 ventilation and CPR for casualties who have stopped breathing and don\u2019t have a pulse. You will also learn rescue breathing techniques for casualties with a pulse but who have stopped breathing. Discover how to use an automated external defibrillator (AED) on infants and children, how to open a child\u2019s airway and how to perform nose-rescue breathing on babies. Alison graduate Eniola O. says: \u201cThis is a highly recommended course for all Medical and Healthcare practitioners and everyone willing to become a Life Saver.\u201d Over 167,000 learners have enrolled in this course, including 64,000 this year! Register for your account and become a certified lifesaver today.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Top Caregiving Courses<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/alison.com\/course\/diploma-in-caregiving-revised-2018\">Diploma in Caregiving<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More than 303,000 learners have enrolled in the Diploma in Caregiving online on Alison, as opportunities continue to open in this in-demand career. The benefits of a diploma in caregiving vs a certificate come down to the comprehensive nature of the training. You will gain many practical skills required to become a professional carer for ill, elderly or vulnerable people. Learn how to assist clients or patients with meals, personal care, physical and emotional support and much more. This course includes training in supporting people with dementia and covers important legal and ethical issues too. There are no requirements to taking this, or any online course on Alison. Simply register today, enrol and begin learning!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-3277 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/alison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Diploma-in-Nursing-and-Patient-Care-300x188.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"188\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Diploma-in-Nursing-and-Patient-Care-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/alison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Diploma-in-Nursing-and-Patient-Care-400x250.png 400w, https:\/\/alison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Diploma-in-Nursing-and-Patient-Care.png 422w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/alison.com\/course\/elderly-care-and-caring-for-the-disabled-revised\">Elderly Care and Caring for the Disabled<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is the second short certificate course to make the top 10 and deservedly so. Successfully completed by over 23,000 learners in the last 12 months, this free online caregiving course will equip you to support people at their most vulnerable with practical skills, medical knowledge and compassion. Discover how different parts of the body are affected by the ageing process and by common conditions like diabetes and what caregivers can do to support their clients or patients.<\/span> The second part of the course covers topics such as stroke, traumatic injuries, Parkinson\u2019s Disease, ALS and sensitive subjects like end-of-life care. Alison Graduate Udesha S. is among the 261,000 to benefit from this course. \u201cAmazing. Easy to read, learn and progress. So highly recommend.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/alison.com\/course\/caregiving-skills-dementia-care-revised\">Caregiving Skills &#8211; Dementia Care<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Access free dementia training for caregivers with this highly-rated course today! Explore different types of dementia and what to expect in the stages of cognitive decline. You will also learn about supporting families following a dementia diagnosis. Caregivers have a vital role in helping those suffering from dementia to enjoy a good quality of life. This course will equip you with the skills you need for communicating well with clients, dealing with a range of behaviours associated with types of dementia, including Alzheimer\u2019s disease, and planning activities clients will benefit from. Join the 82,000 people who have enrolled in this course over the past 12 months, and boost your caregiving skills today. Check out the many reviews from satisfied learners, who have loved this course\u2019s emphasis on preserving the dignity of clients, safeguarding them, managing risks and more. Adele L., one of 942 learners who \u2018loved\u2019 the course, praised its: \u201cGreat insight into understanding Alzheimer&#8217;s and Dementia.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/alison.com\/course\/introduction-to-caregiving-revised\">Introduction to Caregiving <\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The fourth caregiving course in our top 10 is the perfect foundation for learners about to begin a career as a carer. More than 200,000 students have mastered the basics of caregiving with this short certification designed to be completed in three hours. It includes teaching on the roles, responsibilities and legal obligations of care workers. You\u2019ll learn how to communicate with clients with a range of disabilities and with fellow care team members. Practical skills include working with clients in wheelchairs. This short course even touches on topics to support caregivers\u2019 wellbeing, from managing your own stress to organising your time efficiently. Olurankinse O. is among many graduates to attest to the value of the Introduction to Caregiving: \u201cThis course is greatly useful in buildin<\/span>g a foundation in healthcare. It&#8217;s easy to understand, and examples are relatable.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Top Healthcare Courses<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/alison.com\/course\/diploma-in-nursing-and-patient-care-revised-2017\">Diploma in Nursing and Patient Care<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nurses need to undertake continued professional development to keep their skills and their registration up to date. This free online course in nursing and patient care will help you boost your nursing career. Its comprehensive content includes basic care and hygiene, health and safety for nurses, movement and exercise routines to use with patients, and the role of the nurse in different situations, such as physical examinations or diet therapy. Almost 80,000 learners have enrolled for this course in the past 12 months &#8211; career development for free! Just what the doctor ordered, thanks to the expert trainers at the US Army Medical Center of Excellence (MEDCoE)!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/alison.com\/course\/diploma-in-mental-health\">Diploma in Mental Health<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-3278 alignright\" style=\"color: #666666; font-size: 14px;\" src=\"https:\/\/alison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Mental-Health-Studies-Suicide-Violent-Behavior-and-Substance-Abuse-300x188.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"188\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Mental-Health-Studies-Suicide-Violent-Behavior-and-Substance-Abuse-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/alison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Mental-Health-Studies-Suicide-Violent-Behavior-and-Substance-Abuse-400x250.png 400w, https:\/\/alison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Mental-Health-Studies-Suicide-Violent-Behavior-and-Substance-Abuse.png 422w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>Discover how to safeguard your own wellbeing and how to help other people with our top-performing mental health course. Almost 2 million Alison learners have enlisted for our US Army Medical Center of Excellence (MEDCoE) courses over the years, and it\u2019s easy to see why. Enrol today to explore what is meant by \u2018normal\u2019 behaviour and how to identify and treat neurotic and psychotic tendencies. You\u2019ll learn about everything from stre<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ss and depre<\/span>ssion to substance abuse and suicidal behaviour. Explore some of the common factors leading to violence and how to manage a violent patient. The concluding section of the course deals with important techniques for maintaining and managing mental health, from relaxation to DIY therapies to exercise. Join almost 56,000 learners who have enrolled in this course over the past 12 months!<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Top Business Courses<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/alison.com\/course\/diploma-in-human-resources-hr\">Diploma in Human Resources (HR)<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-3271 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/alison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Diploma-in-Human-Resources-HR-300x188.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"188\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Diploma-in-Human-Resources-HR-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/alison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Diploma-in-Human-Resources-HR-400x250.png 400w, https:\/\/alison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Diploma-in-Human-Resources-HR.png 422w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>This hugely popular course has equipped many thousands of Alison graduates to progress in their careers, earning a whopping 4580 \u2018loves\u2019 and 1410 \u2018likes\u2019. The most surprising thing about this HR diploma is that, like all our<\/span>\u00a0courses, it\u2019s completely free to enrol. So what will you learn? The answer is everything you need to know to climb the career ladder in HR. It begins by laying out the key skills and responsibilities of the HR manager, then delves into specific areas &#8211; recruitment, training and appraisal; managing and retaining employees; and disciplinary procedures and termination. As Virgin guru Richard Branson states: \u201cPeople are a company\u2019s greatest asset\u201d. The best leaders and HR managers are tuned into the internal culture of their organisation and help employees to feel engaged and appreciated, even in times of change. If those are skills you need to succeed in HR, sign up today!<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/alison.com\/course\/diploma-in-project-management-revised-2017\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Diploma i<\/strong><\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/alison.com\/course\/diploma-in-project-management-revised-2017\"><strong>n Project Management<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Explore every facet of project management with this popular diploma course. Loved by more than 4,000 learners over the years, a whopping 59,000 have enrolled in the past year. Onsimo M. comments: \u201cIt was such a refresher. Many of the things I covered I used to do them but without a proper understanding. Now I will be with a different approach. Thank you, team.\u201d So what project management skills will you learn? The training starts where every project does &#8211; with planning. You\u2019ll explore each stage of the system development lifecycle, learn how to use tools like Gantt and PERT charts and get a firm foundation in project management methodology and the importance of documentation. The second part of the course delves into the project management lifecycle and its component phases &#8211; planning, analysis, design, implementation and evaluation. Perfect if you want to progress as a project manager or simply to learn how to deliver a one-off project professionally, on time and within the budget.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Learners Love These Free Courses Too!<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our top 10 performers can\u2019t afford to rest on their laurels, with these successful courses nipping at their heels:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/alison.com\/course\/diploma-in-business-administration\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diploma in Business Administration<\/span> <\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/alison.com\/course\/diploma-in-workplace-safety-and-health-revised-2017\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diploma in Workplace Safety and Health<\/span> <\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/alison.com\/course\/diploma-in-operations-management-ops\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diploma in Operations Management (Ops)<\/span> <\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/alison.com\/course\/basics-of-manual-handling-in-the-workplace\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Basics of Manual Handling in the Workplace<\/span> <\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/alison.com\/course\/anger-management-and-conflict-resolution\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anger Management and Conflict Resolution<\/span> <\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Explore the thousands of options available to you today &#8211; and don\u2019t forget to keep looking! 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