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Facilitation Courses

Facilitation courses can help you learn effective communication, group dynamics, conflict resolution, and decision-making strategies. You can build skills in active listening, guiding discussions, and creating inclusive environments that encourage participation. Many courses introduce tools like digital whiteboards, collaboration software, and survey platforms, which enhance your ability to manage group interactions and gather feedback.


Popular Facilitation Courses and Certifications


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    University of California, Irvine

    Academic Discussions in English

    Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, English Language, Social Skills, Constructive Feedback, Active Listening, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Public Speaking, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Vocabulary

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Stanford University

    Essentials of Palliative Care

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Patient-centered Care, Psychosocial Assessments, Patient Education And Counseling, Cultural Responsiveness, Care Coordination, Rapport Building, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Stress Management, Discussion Facilitation, Family Support

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Speaking Skills for University Success

    Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Communication, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Active Listening, Collaboration, Organizational Skills, Time Management

    4.8
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    133 reviews

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Formadores de Ciudadanía

    Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Diversity Awareness, Community Development, Pedagogy, Conflict Management, Train The Trainer, Instructional Strategies, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Responsiveness, Working With Children, Empathy, Collaboration, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Discussion Facilitation, Decision Making

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    494 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Alberta

    Science & Religion 101

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Science and Research, Ancient History, Biology, Physics, Cultural Responsiveness, Discussion Facilitation, Anthropology

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    ART of the MOOC: Activism and Social Movements

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Community Organizing, Social Justice, Advocacy, Student Engagement, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Performing Arts, Creativity, Aesthetics, Cultural Diversity, Media and Communications, Discussion Facilitation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    151 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Institute for the Future

    Urgent Optimism: How to Turn Foresight into Action

    Skills you'll gain: Visionary, Strategic Planning, Action Oriented, Planning, Community Organizing, Strategic Thinking, Optimism, Creative Thinking, Systems Thinking, Innovation, Persuasive Communication, Creativity, Goal Setting, Leadership, Storytelling, Cultural Responsiveness, Discussion Facilitation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    Working as a Scrum Master

    Skills you'll gain: Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Retrospectives, Sprint Planning, Agile Project Management, Team Building, Agile Methodology, Team Management, Meeting Facilitation, Organizational Change, Team Leadership, User Story, Employee Coaching, Stakeholder Management, Change Management, Conflict Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    88 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Austral

    Jugar y Aprender Matemática en aulas heterogéneas

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematics Education, Childhood Education and Development, Geometry, Arithmetic, Pedagogy, General Mathematics, Learning Theory, Discussion Facilitation

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Speak Freely, Think Critically: The Free Speech Balance Act

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Open Mindset, Cultural Diversity, Responsible AI, Media and Communications, Critical Thinking, Innovation, Social Studies, Neurology, Political Sciences, Psychology

    4.9
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Uncommon Sense Teaching: Teaching Online

    Skills you'll gain: Student Engagement, Instructional Strategies, Learning Theory, Education Software and Technology, Discussion Facilitation, Learning Management Systems, Innovation, Digital Communications

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    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    64 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular facilitation courses

  • Academic Discussions in English: University of California, Irvine
  • Essentials of Palliative Care: Stanford University
  • Speaking Skills for University Success: University of California, Irvine
  • Formadores de Ciudadanía: Universidad de los Andes
  • Science & Religion 101: University of Alberta
  • ART of the MOOC: Activism and Social Movements: Duke University
  • Urgent Optimism: How to Turn Foresight into Action: Institute for the Future
  • Working as a Scrum Master: SkillUp
  • Jugar y Aprender Matemática en aulas heterogéneas: Universidad Austral
  • Speak Freely, Think Critically: The Free Speech Balance Act: Deep Teaching Solutions

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