Communication skills courses can help you learn effective verbal and nonverbal communication, active listening, persuasive speaking, and conflict resolution techniques. You can build skills in crafting clear messages, adapting your communication style to different audiences, and using feedback constructively. Many courses introduce tools like presentation software, video conferencing platforms, and collaboration apps, which enhance your ability to convey ideas and engage with others in various settings.

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Stakeholder Management, Data Visualization, Persuasive Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Analysis, Data Storytelling, Stakeholder Engagement, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Storytelling, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Communication Strategies, Technical Communication, Advocacy, Trustworthiness, Project Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Adobe Firefly, Visual Storytelling, AI powered creativity, Prompt Engineering, Multimodal Prompts, Prompt Engineering Tools, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Generative AI, Adobe Premiere, Creative Design, Creativity, Scalability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Systems Thinking, Stakeholder Communications, Leadership, Strategic Communication, Leadership Development, Contingency Planning, Business Continuity Planning, Resilience, Communication Strategies, Risk Analysis, Systems Engineering, Decision Making, Organizational Strategy, Corporate Strategy, Vulnerability Assessments
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Systems Design, Software Design Documents, Software Documentation, System Design and Implementation, Internet Of Things, Technical Documentation, Technical Communication, Technical Writing, Mobile Development, Test Case, Development Testing, System Testing, Software Development, Embedded Software, Communication Systems, Embedded Systems, Systems Integration, System Implementation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association)
Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Medical Support, Mental and Behavioral Health, Treatment Planning, Medical Prescription, Health And Wellness Coaching, Exercise Science, Healthcare Ethics, Collaboration, Athletic Training, Patient Education and Support, Medication Therapy Management, Health Care, Nutrition and Diet, Health Assessment, Nutrition Education, Coaching, Health Education, Nutritional Assessment, Human Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Communication, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Composure, Interpersonal Communications, Computer Programming, Communication Strategies, Computer Science, Technical Communication, Planning, Algorithms, Data Structures, Stress Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Psychosocial Assessments, Caregiving, Patient Communication, Patient Education and Support, Patient-centered Care, Compassion, Patient Advocacy, Personal Care, Care Management, Telehealth, Family Support, Stress Management, Community Health, Community and Social Work, Communication, Social Work
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Leadership Development, Active Listening, Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Expression, Oral Comprehension, Communication Strategies, Motivational Skills, Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership and Management, Team Leadership, Communication, Organizational Leadership, Persuasive Communication, Business Leadership, Stakeholder Communications, Business Communication, Cross-Functional Team Leadership
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Hospice, Psychosocial Assessments, Respiratory Care, Clinical Assessment, Caregiving, Pulmonology, Stress Management, Health Assessment, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Education and Support, Chronic Diseases, Nursing Practices, Mental Status Examination, Pharmacotherapy, Nutrition and Diet, Physiology, Pharmacology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, Remote Access Systems, Local Area Networks, Software Installation, Command-Line Interface, Threat Management, Microsoft Windows, System Configuration, Threat Detection, Information Technology Operations, Wireless Networks, Systems Administration, Network Security, TCP/IP, Information Systems Security, Peripheral Devices, USB, Operating Systems, Computer Hardware, Data Storage Technologies
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Sales Process, Sales Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Product Knowledge, Personalized Campaigns, Communication, AI Personalization, Sales, Non-Verbal Communication, Selling Techniques, General Sales Practices, Presentations, Microsoft Copilot, Value Propositions, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, AI Integrations, Responsible AI
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, People Management, Trustworthiness, Performance Management, People Development, Coaching, Staff Management, Team Building, Leadership, Business Leadership, Influencing, Goal Setting, Communication, Accountability, Decision Making
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months