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Self Development Courses

Self-development courses can help you learn time management, emotional intelligence, effective communication, and goal-setting strategies. You can build skills in self-reflection, resilience, and motivation techniques that enhance personal growth. Many courses introduce tools like journaling apps, productivity planners, and mindfulness practices that support your journey toward self-improvement and help you implement the skills you acquire.

Popular Self Development Courses and Certifications


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    University of Michigan

    Writing and Editing: Word Choice and Word Order

    Skills you'll gain: Writing and Editing, Writing, Storytelling, Editing, Detail Oriented, Resourcefulness, Decision Making, Creativity, Professionalism, Time Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Workplace Stress Management

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Resilience, Productivity, Stress First Aid, Organizational Skills, Performance Appraisal, De-escalation Techniques, Workplace inclusivity, Performance Analysis, Performance Reporting

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Improving Communication Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Communication, Communication Strategies, Persuasive Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Business Communication, Strategic Communication, Trustworthiness, Rapport Building, Productivity, Goal Setting, Relationship Building, Cooperation, Negotiation, Relationship Management

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Communication For Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Public Speaking, Lecturing, Presentations, Active Listening, Storytelling, Communication, Team Leadership, Oral Expression, Teamwork, Social Skills, Influencing, Discussion Facilitation, Team Building, Leadership, Team Management, Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Communication Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills

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    259 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Sit Less, Get Active

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Smart Goals, Patient Education And Counseling, Community Health, Patient Education and Support, Health Education, Health Promotion, Preventative Care, Exercise Science, Self-Motivation, Behavioral Health, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Habit Formation, Motivational Skills, Occupational Health, Overcoming Obstacles

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

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    Pearson International Higher Education

    MyCredSkills Liderazgo para estudiantes.

    Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Goal Setting, Cooperation, Professional Development, Collaboration, Goal-Oriented, Leadership, Team Collaboration, Teamwork, Leadership Development, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership and Management, Professionalism, Personal Development, Consolidation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Autoliderazgo y gestión de emociones para avanzar en desafíos complejos

    Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Community Development, Initiative and Leadership, Mindfulness, Leadership, Adaptability, Empowerment, Overcoming Obstacles, Experimentation, Decision Making, Goal Setting

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

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    University of Michigan

    Feedback Loops: How to Give & Receive High-Quality Feedback

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Decision Making, Peer Review, Drive Engagement, Team Performance Management, Recognizing Others, Team Building, Teamwork, Team Management, Independent Thinking, Personal Development, Empathy, People Development, Self-Awareness, Solution Delivery, Rapport Building, Growth Mindedness, People Management, Leadership Development, Communication

    4.6
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universitat Politècnica de València

    Tecnología y envejecimiento

    Skills you'll gain: Adaptive Equipment, Mobility Assistance, Caregiving, Geriatrics, Disabilities, Home Health Care and Assisted Living, End User Training and Support, Long Term Care, Patient Assistance, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Sensory Systems Analysis, Usability Testing, Gerontology, Health Technology, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Injury Prevention, Patient Evaluation, Needs Assessment, Safety Standards, Health Assessment

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Boost Productivity with Time Management

    Skills you'll gain: Time Management, Productivity, Prioritization, Action Oriented, Resource Utilization, Meeting Facilitation, Planning, Resource Allocation, Organizational Skills, Goal-Oriented, Strategic Prioritization, Operational Efficiency, Goal Setting, Resource Management, Leadership and Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Communication, Communication Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills, Environment

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Business Analysis & Process Management

    Skills you'll gain: Process Analysis, Process Modeling, Business Process, Business Analysis, Process Mapping, Process Management, Process Flow Diagrams, Business Process Modeling, Business Modeling, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Computer Literacy

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Pearson International Higher Education

    MyCredSkills Comunicación para estudiantes.

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Conflict Management, Writing, Interpersonal Communications, Business Writing, Social Skills, Communication, Communication Strategies, Business Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular self development courses

  • Writing and Editing: Word Choice and Word Order: University of Michigan
  • Workplace Stress Management: EDUCBA
  • Improving Communication Skills: University of Pennsylvania
  • Communication For Everyone: Arizona State University
  • Sit Less, Get Active: The University of Edinburgh
  • MyCredSkills Liderazgo para estudiantes.: Pearson International Higher Education
  • Autoliderazgo y gestión de emociones para avanzar en desafíos complejos: Universidad de los Andes
  • Feedback Loops: How to Give & Receive High-Quality Feedback: University of Michigan
  • Tecnología y envejecimiento: Universitat Politècnica de València
  • Boost Productivity with Time Management: EDUCBA

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