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Public Speaking Courses

Public speaking courses can help you learn effective communication techniques, audience engagement strategies, and the art of persuasive storytelling. You can build skills in managing anxiety, using body language effectively, and crafting impactful presentations. Many courses introduce tools like presentation software, speech analysis apps, and video recording techniques to enhance your delivery and receive constructive feedback.

Popular Public Speaking Courses and Certifications


  • C

    Coursera

    GenAI for PR Specialists

    Skills you'll gain: Personalized Campaigns, Public Relations, Content Creation, Marketing and Public Relations, Responsible AI, AI Personalization, Crisis Management, Prompt Engineering, Team Leadership

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    17 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • N

    National Taiwan University

    是誰在說話 -- 可愛的臺灣。(Intermediate Chinese)

    Skills you'll gain: Language Competency, Vocabulary, Language Learning, Grammar, Literacy, Oral Comprehension, Culture, Storytelling, Cultural Diversity, Public History

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    202 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universidad de Chile

    Abordaje del riesgo suicida en adolescentes y jóvenes

    Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Crisis Intervention, Mental Health, Pediatrics, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Emergency Response, Risk Analysis, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychiatric Assessments, Family Support, Psychosocial Assessments, Mental and Behavioral Health, Clinical Assessment, Media and Communications

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    95 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    LearnKartS

    Cloud Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Virtualization, Cloud Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Computing, Public Cloud, Network Protocols, TCP/IP, Amazon Web Services, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), General Networking, Virtual Machines, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Network Architecture, Software As A Service, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Servers, Private Cloud, Hybrid Cloud Computing

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    79 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Identifying, Attracting, and Growing Your Digital Audience

    Skills you'll gain: Persona Development, Marketing Strategies, Digital Brand Strategy, Digital Media Strategy, Target Audience, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Customer Analysis, Digital Marketing, Marketing Planning, Customer Acquisition Management, Customer experience improvement, Customer Engagement, Customer Retention, Social Media, Marketing, Target Market, Brand Management, E-Commerce, Experience Design

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    303 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • R

    Rice University

    English and Academic Preparation - Grad Track

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Writing, Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Active Listening, Literacy, Analytical Skills, Language Competency, Verbal Communication Skills, English Language, Learning Strategies, Peer Review, Language Learning, Organizational Skills, Communication

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    25 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • 2

    28DIGITAL

    Web Connectivity and Security in Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Security Requirements Analysis, Network Architecture, Network Security, Internet Of Things, Cybersecurity, Web Services, Encryption, Embedded Systems, Network Protocols, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Computer Networking, Threat Modeling, Security Controls, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), TCP/IP, Web Applications, Restful API, Information Privacy, OSI Models

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    172 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • R

    Rice University

    Introduction to Archaeology

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Timelines, Social Impact, Public History, Social Justice, Anthropology, Scientific Methods, World History, Social Sciences, Peer Review, Science and Research, Data Analysis, Environment, Case Studies, General Science and Research, Environmental Science, Liberal Arts, Community Development, Investigation, Culture

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    34 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Geographical Information Systems - Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, GIS Software, Geospatial Information and Technology, Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, NoSQL, Data Modeling, Database Design, Data Store, Databases, Data Storage Technologies, Database Systems, SQL, Data Storage, Query Languages, Relational Databases

    3.5
    Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    99 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    ESSEC Business School

    La Philanthropie : Comprendre et Agir

    Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Social Impact, Fundraising, Socioeconomics, Public Policies, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Sustainable Development, Tax, Stakeholder Analysis, Innovation, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Program Evaluation, Strategic Decision-Making, Goal Setting, Psychology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    132 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Voice Disorders: What Patients and Professionals Need to Know

    Skills you'll gain: Speech Therapy, Communication Disorders, Speech Language Pathology, Patient Evaluation, Patient Treatment, Physiology, Clinical Assessment, Surgery, Anatomy

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    219 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Application of Health Equity Research Methods for Practice and Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Health Disparities, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Community Health, Epidemiology, Health Promotion, Health Education, Medical Science and Research, Health Care, Research Design, Program Evaluation, Cultural Responsiveness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Socioeconomics, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Educational Materials

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    43 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular public speaking courses

  • GenAI for PR Specialists: Coursera
  • 是誰在說話 -- 可愛的臺灣。(Intermediate Chinese): National Taiwan University
  • Abordaje del riesgo suicida en adolescentes y jóvenes : Universidad de Chile
  • Cloud Fundamentals: LearnKartS
  • Identifying, Attracting, and Growing Your Digital Audience: University of California, Irvine
  • English and Academic Preparation - Grad Track: Rice University
  • Web Connectivity and Security in Embedded Systems: 28DIGITAL
  • Introduction to Archaeology: Rice University
  • Geographical Information Systems - Part 1: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • La Philanthropie : Comprendre et Agir: ESSEC Business School

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