CRITHNK X001 - Introduction to Critical Thinking Skills for Professionals
Unlock the power of sharper thinking with our dynamic Critical Thinking Skills course, designed to elevate your decision-making in both personal and professional life. Through engaging modules, you'll explore the foundations of critical thought, uncover hidden cognitive biases, and learn to navigate emotional influences and misinformation. From mastering logical fallacies to applying structured analysis models, this course equips you with practical tools to think clearly, reason effectively, and solve real-world problems with confidence. Whether you're aiming to enhance your workplace performance or make better everyday choices, this course offers a transformative journey into the art of thoughtful reasoning
Delivery Options
Online, Self-Paced: A course that is available fully online with no scheduled class sessions or fixed due dates. You can start coursework at any time and work through it independently at your own pace, within the timeframe designated. Online modules may include readings, lecture videos, assignments, quizzes and more.
Time to Completion
This course is projected to take approximately 14 hours to complete.
Course Completion Requirements
Successful completion of this course requires scores of 80% or higher on each module quiz and end of course quiz.
Technology Requirements
- Reliable internet
- The recommended browser for taking this course is Google Chrome or Firefox
Word processing software such as:
- Microsoft Office
- Libre Office
- Google Workspace
What You'll Learn
- Understand why thinking clearly matters in everyday life.
- Learn how using critical thinking can help you make better choices, solve problems, and avoid being misled.
- Spot common thinking traps.
- Discover the mental shortcuts and mistakes, like biases and faulty logic, that can lead you to wrong conclusions.
- See how emotions shape your decisions.
- Explore how your feelings can both help and hurt your ability to think clearly and make smart choices.
- Tell the difference between opinions, facts, and solid evidence.
- Practice recognizing what’s based on personal belief, what’s true, and what’s backed up by proof in real-life situations.
What You'll Earn
- An Introduction to Critical Thinking Skills for Professionals certificate of completion from The Ohio State University, Professional and Continuing Education.
Contact Us
For questions about the enrollment process, payment options, technology, or course records, please submit an inquiry and our Enrollment Support team will assist you within 24 hours during business days.