Alison is one of the world’s largest free learning platforms, dedicated to making education and skills training accessible to everyone, anywhere, at any time.
100% Free Learning: All courses are completely free to complete. There are no enrollment fees to access the study materials or finish the modules.
Diverse Categories: With over 4,000 courses available, they cover a vast range of subjects, including Business, IT, Health, Humanities, Language, and Personal Development.
Self-Paced Study: Courses are designed for flexible learning, allowing students to study at their own speed and fit education around their busy schedules.
Certification Options: While learning is free, students have the option to purchase official Certificates or Diplomas upon completion to showcase their achievements to employers.
Skill-Based Focus: Unlike traditional academic institutions, Alison focuses on practical, workplace-ready skills that help individuals improve their career prospects immediately.
"Empower your journey with Alison’s free online courses. From leadership and management to digital literacy and social sciences, Alison provides high-quality educational resources designed to help you succeed in the modern world. Start learning today and take the next step in your professional and personal growth—at no cost."
If you want to suggest specific Alison categories for your theology and leadership students, these are the most relevant:
Leadership & Management: To help build strong church administrations.
Communications: To improve public speaking and interpersonal skills.
Non-Profit Management: Ideal for leaders running missions or social projects.
Psychology & Counseling: Useful for pastoral care and community support.
DisasterReady.org provides high-quality, free professional development resources to help aid workers and volunteers prepare for the most demanding challenges in the humanitarian sector.
100% Free Access: Thanks to the support of foundations and partners, all 1,500+ resources—including videos, courses, and certificates—are available at no cost.
Expert-Led Content: The training is developed in collaboration with leading NGOs and agencies such as the UNHCR, Save the Children, and the International Federation of Red Cross (IFRC).
Key Training Areas:
Humanitarian Essentials: Principles, standards (Sphere), and ethics of aid.
Safety & Security: Personal safety in the field and risk management.
Program Management: Monitoring, evaluation, and project design.
Staff Welfare: Mental health, stress management, and resilience for aid workers.
Multilingual Support: Most courses are available in English, French, Spanish, and Arabic, making it ideal for international missions like those in Haiti.