Self-defense courses can help you learn situational awareness, basic striking techniques, and effective escape strategies. You can build skills in defensive tactics, conflict de-escalation, and personal safety planning. Many courses introduce tools like pepper spray, personal alarms, and self-defense keychains, demonstrating how these items can enhance your safety and confidence in various environments.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Resilience, Leadership Development, Emotional Intelligence, Team Collaboration, Professional Development, Leadership, Team Management, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Management, Management Training And Development, Team Leadership, Communication, Adaptability
★ 4.9 (36) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Personal Development, Patient Communication, Self-Awareness, Patient-centered Care, Resilience, Professional Development, Health And Wellness Coaching, Application Design, Stress Management, Content Management, Digital Design
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Zero Trust Network Access, Microsoft Azure, Azure Active Directory, Cloud Security, Endpoint Detection and Response, Security Controls, Multi-Factor Authentication, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing, Identity and Access Management, Data Security, Authentications, Data Governance, Infrastructure Security, Endpoint Security, Data Loss Prevention, Encryption
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

28DIGITAL
Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, AI Security, Information Systems Security, Data Ethics, Cyber Security Policies, Deep Learning, Responsible AI, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Malware Protection, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Methods, Threat Detection, Anomaly Detection, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Model Training, Classification Algorithms
★ 3 (7) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Endpoint Security, Vulnerability Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Security, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Attacks, Network Architecture, Threat Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Standards, Zero Trust Network Access, Cybersecurity, IT Security Architecture, Network Security, Cloud Deployment, Infrastructure Security, AI Security
★ 4.7 (6) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The State University of New York
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, FinTech, Cryptography, Digital Assets, Distributed Computing, Cryptographic Protocols, Identity and Access Management, Web Applications, Transaction Processing, Payment Processing, Financial Systems, Scalability, Technical Standard
★ 3.8 (6) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Event Monitoring, Security Strategy, General Networking, Network Architecture, Systems Integration, Incident Response, Data Integration, Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Security Management, Networking Hardware, Information Technology, Computer Networking, Network Security, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Policies, Data Governance, Data Management, Command-Line Interface, Application Deployment
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, AI literacy, Critical Thinking, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Generative AI, Research, Responsible AI, Analytical Skills, Creative Thinking, Writing, Report Writing, Data Ethics, Business Writing, Creative Problem-Solving, Creativity, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, English Language, Computer Literacy
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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: Query Languages, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud-Based Integration, NoSQL, Cloud Storage, Data Import/Export, Data Access, Cloud Computing, Data Analysis
★ 3.7 (6) · Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Dashboard Creation, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Dashboard, Interactive Data Visualization, Google Cloud Platform
★ 4.1 (17) · Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Initiative and Leadership, Community Organizing, Leadership, Sustainable Systems, Leadership Development, Environmental Issue, Personal Development, Visionary, Innovation, Decision Making, Empowerment, Collaboration, Goal Setting
★ 5 (10) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks