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Technical Writing Courses

Technical writing courses can help you learn how to create clear documentation, write user manuals, develop online help systems, and produce technical reports. You can build skills in audience analysis, information design, and effective editing techniques. Many courses introduce tools like Markdown for formatting, Adobe FrameMaker for document creation, and content management systems for organizing and publishing materials.


Popular Technical Writing Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    Create Informative Presentations with Microsoft PowerPoint

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Data Visualization, Microsoft Office, Concision, Communication, Business Writing, Business Strategy

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    74 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
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    University of Michigan

    AI Basics and Tools for Creativity

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Image Analysis, Creativity, Prompt Engineering, Design Software, Responsible AI, Innovation, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    54 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Principles of Leadership: Leading Technical Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Stakeholder Management, Technical Management, Engineering Management, Negotiation, Mentorship, Meeting Facilitation, Decision Making, Team Leadership, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Culture Transformation, Team Management, Leadership and Management, Courage, Growth Mindedness, Business Leadership, Team Building, Collaboration, Communication

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    SkillUp

    Introduction to Ethical Hacking Principles

    Skills you'll gain: Information Systems Security, Cyber Security Policies, Data Ethics, Cyber Governance, Application Security, Cyber Risk, Computer Security, Security Testing, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    83 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    I

    IBM

    BI Dashboards with IBM Cognos Analytics and Google Looker

    Skills you'll gain: IBM Cognos Analytics, Data Visualization, Dashboard, Business Intelligence, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Looker (Software), Data Visualization Software, Business Intelligence Software, Analytics

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    34 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Google - Spectrum Sharing

    Become a CBRS Certified Professional Installer by Google

    Skills you'll gain: Public Key Infrastructure, Wireless Networks, Technical Communication, Key Management, Communication Systems, Infrastructure Security, Network Infrastructure, Global Positioning Systems, System Implementation, System Configuration, Telecommunications, Geospatial Information and Technology, Record Keeping, Verification And Validation, Data Entry, Data Validation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    219 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    B

    Berklee

    O Músico Contemporâneo

    Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music Theory, Music, Peer Review, Instrumental Music, Music Performance, Media Production, Post-Production, Creativity, Writing and Editing, Timelines, Digital Publishing, Writing, Editing, Storytelling, File Management, Peripheral Devices

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    89 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    U

    Universidad de Palermo

    Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality

    Skills you'll gain: Hospitality, Climate Change Adaptation, Market Dynamics, Digital Transformation, Hotels and Accommodations, Sustainable Development, Travel Arrangements, Food Services, Economic Development, Environment and Resource Management, Socioeconomics, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Consumer Behaviour, Supply And Demand

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    60 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Advanced Business Analytics Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Data Cleansing, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Business Analytics, Analytics, Financial Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Data Analysis, Technical Communication, Feature Engineering, Investment Management, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Portfolio Management, Data Quality, Data Transformation, Statistical Modeling, Regression Analysis

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    89 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    U

    Università di Napoli Federico II

    English for Business B1

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Oral Expression, Business Communication, Business Correspondence, Verbal Communication Skills, Negotiation, Business Writing, English Language, Interviewing Skills, Writing, Communication, Report Writing, Language Competency, Data Storytelling, Taking Meeting Minutes, Recruitment, Business Reporting, Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    26 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    IBM

    IBM COBOL Software Development Practices

    Skills you'll gain: COBOL (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Technical Support, Software Development Life Cycle, Program Development, Scrum (Software Development), Software Development, Software Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance, Code Review, Debugging, Software Documentation, Technical Documentation, Computer Programming

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    60 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    A

    Arizona State University

    Semiconductor Characterization

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Analytical Testing, Electronic Components, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Analytical Chemistry, Failure Analysis, Electronics, Image Analysis, Laboratory Testing, Laboratory Equipment, Production Process, Basic Electrical Systems, Test Equipment, Materials science, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Systems, Manufacturing Processes, Process Control, Electronics Engineering, Laboratory Research

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    109 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular technical writing courses

  • Create Informative Presentations with Microsoft PowerPoint: Coursera
  • AI Basics and Tools for Creativity: University of Michigan
  • Principles of Leadership: Leading Technical Teams: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to Ethical Hacking Principles: SkillUp
  • BI Dashboards with IBM Cognos Analytics and Google Looker: IBM
  • Become a CBRS Certified Professional Installer by Google: Google - Spectrum Sharing
  • O Músico Contemporâneo: Berklee
  • Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality: Universidad de Palermo
  • Advanced Business Analytics Capstone: University of Colorado Boulder
  • English for Business B1: Università di Napoli Federico II

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