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Social Skills Courses

Social skills courses can help you learn effective communication, active listening, conflict resolution, and emotional intelligence. You can build skills in networking, teamwork, and persuasive speaking, which are vital in both personal and professional settings. Many courses introduce tools like role-playing exercises and feedback mechanisms that enhance interpersonal interactions and help you practice these skills in real-time scenarios.


Popular Social Skills Courses and Certifications


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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Leading with Power Skills: Emotions & Emotional Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Smart Goals, Emotional Intelligence, Positivity, Personal Development, Empathy, Social Skills, Self-Awareness, Professional Development, Resilience, Conflict Management, Team Building, Stress Management, Team Motivation, Psychology, Leadership, Team Management, Team Leadership, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Leading with Power Skills: Building Self-Awareness in Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Professional Development, Personal Development, Smart Goals, Goal Setting, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership Development, Management Training And Development, People Development, Empowerment, Adaptability, Cognitive flexibility, Dealing With Ambiguity, Team Leadership, Team Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Team Management, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Social Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Telecommuting, Human Computer Interaction, Social Network Analysis, Remote Access Systems, Interaction Design, Social Sciences, Driving engagement, Research and Design, Digital Communications

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Educación Social: Ámbitos de acción y reflexión

    Skills you'll gain: Social Work, Social Justice, Education and Training, Community and Social Work, Community Development, Pedagogy, Sustainable Development, Working With Children, Adult Learning Principles, Cultural Diversity, Gerontology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Discussion Facilitation, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of Sydney

    Academic Skills for University Success: Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Research, Problem Solving, Ethical Standards And Conduct, English Language, Writing, Communication, Planning, Collaboration

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    High Tech High Graduate School of Education

    Learning Mindsets & Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Teaching, Growth Mindedness, Learning Theory, Human Learning, Student Engagement, Experimentation, Psychological Evaluations, Discussion Facilitation

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    58 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Expanding SEL

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Empowerment, Emotional Intelligence, Social Justice, Social Skills, Behavior Management, Empathy, Classroom Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, School Counseling, Compassion, Working With Children, Relationship Building, Cultural Diversity, Mindfulness

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The State University of New York

    Career Foundations: A Toolkit to Build Your Future

    Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Teamwork, Adaptability, Verbal Communication Skills, Critical Thinking, Communication, Creative Thinking, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Problem Solving, Analytical Skills, Innovation, Accountability, Motivational Skills, Team Motivation, Logical Reasoning, Organizational Skills, Decision Making, Human Resources, Time Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Leadership Psychology: Enhancing Team Dynamics

    Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, Team Management, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Collaboration, Team Leadership, Virtual Teams, Teamwork, Team Building, Organizational Leadership, Employee Engagement, Leadership, Communication Strategies, Communication, Meeting Facilitation, Workflow Management, Adaptability, Accountability, Coaching

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidades Anáhuac

    Colaboración intergeneracional en las organizaciones

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Team Management, Organizational Leadership, Team Building, Collaboration, Leadership, Knowledge Transfer, Motivational Skills, Diversity and Inclusion, Communication, Active Listening, Innovation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas

    Vozes da Mudança Social

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Business Modeling, Needs Assessment, Innovation, Professional Networking, Growth Mindedness, Entrepreneurship, Self-Motivation, Action Oriented, Community Development, Sustainable Development, Social Justice

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Presentation Skills with Story Telling

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Presentations, Microsoft PowerPoint, Business Communication, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Sales Presentations, Persuasive Communication, Drive Engagement, Target Audience

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular social skills courses

  • Leading with Power Skills: Emotions & Emotional Intelligence: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Leading with Power Skills: Building Self-Awareness in Teams: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Social Computing: University of California San Diego
  • Educación Social: Ámbitos de acción y reflexión: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Academic Skills for University Success: Capstone: The University of Sydney
  • Learning Mindsets & Skills: High Tech High Graduate School of Education
  • Expanding SEL: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Career Foundations: A Toolkit to Build Your Future: The State University of New York
  • Leadership Psychology: Enhancing Team Dynamics: Coursera
  • Colaboración intergeneracional en las organizaciones: Universidades Anáhuac

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