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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


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    DeepLearning.AI

    Python for Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Visualization, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Matplotlib, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Inference, Statistical Analysis, Seaborn, Statistical Programming, Analytics, Statistical Methods, Exploratory Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Data Manipulation, Predictive Modeling, Programming Principles, Jupyter, Python Programming, Regression Analysis

    ★ 4.6 (25) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    American Museum of Natural History

    Virology and Epidemiology in the Time of COVID-19

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Social Determinants Of Health, Infectious Diseases, Immunology, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Socioeconomics, Public Health, Pathology, Microbiology, Medical Science and Research, Mathematical Modeling, Molecular Biology, Taxonomy, Diagnostic Tests, Clinical Trials

    ★ 4.8 (52) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    ESSEC Business School

    La Philanthropie : Comprendre et Agir

    Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Fundraising, Social Impact, Socioeconomics, Social Justice, Innovation, Tax, Corporate Sustainability, Program Evaluation, Legal Risk, Public Policies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Sciences, Tax Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Governance, European History, Psychology

    ★ 4.8 (132) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Sistemas y modelos de organización de la atención en salud

    Skills you'll gain: Health Systems, Health Care Administration, Health Policy, Health Administration, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Care, Health Equity, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Public Health, Managed Care, Governance, Health Disparities, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Economics

    ★ 4.9 (30) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Creating a Free Business Page with Blogger

    Skills you'll gain: Blogs, Content Performance Analysis, Google Analytics, Web Analytics, Promotional Strategies, Customer Engagement, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Analytics, Social Media, Customer Relationship Building, Content Marketing, Content Creation, Content Management Systems, Marketing

    ★ 4.6 (283) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • L

    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    Breastfeeding and Adequate Substitutes

    Skills you'll gain: Child Health, Infant Care, Maternal Health, Postpartum Care, Pediatric Nursing, Pediatrics, Anatomy, Nutrition and Diet, Public Health, Clinical Nutrition, Immunology, Patient Positioning, Medical Support, Food Safety and Sanitation, Endocrinology, Biochemistry, Sterilization

    ★ 4.9 (63) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of Chicago

    Critical Issues in Urban Education

    Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Teaching, Public History, Common Core Standards, Instructional Strategies, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Program Evaluation, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Political Sciences, Research, Governance

    ★ 4.7 (75) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The University of Sydney

    Understanding the Australian economy: An introduction to macroeconomic and financial policies

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, Financial Policy, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Economic Development, Financial Regulation, Financial Systems, Fiscal Management, International Finance, Tax, Financial Regulations, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Bank Regulations, Banking, Budgeting

    ★ 4.5 (66) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Impacting the Opioid Crisis: Prevention, Education, and Practice for Non-Prescribing Providers

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Epidemiology, Injury Prevention, Substance Abuse, Substance Abuse Counseling, Preventative Care, Medical Prescription, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Pharmacology, Public Policies, Rehabilitation, Mental and Behavioral Health, Patient Education And Counseling, Public Health, Treatment Planning, Patient Communication, Advocacy

    ★ 4.8 (51) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Liderazgo femenino: potencia habilidades e impulsa el cambio

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Communication, Public Speaking, Emotional Intelligence, Empowerment, Resilience, Personal Development, Professional Networking, Mentorship, Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Branding, Leadership Development, Self-Motivation, Assertiveness, Coaching, Leadership, Empathy, Shared Media, Relationship Building

    ★ 5 (23) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Duke University

    ART of the MOOC: Activism and Social Movements

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Community Organizing, Social Justice, Social Impact, Interactive Learning, Advocacy, Liberal Arts, Community Development, Social Sciences, Performing Arts, Creativity, Aesthetics, Cultural Diversity, Public History, World History, Research

    ★ 4.6 (153) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Sciences Po

    A la recherche du Grand Paris

    Skills you'll gain: Economic Development, Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Community Development, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, Demography, Culture, Economics, Public Policies, Education and Training, Environmental Policy, Governance

    ★ 4.6 (108) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Python for Data Analytics: DeepLearning.AI
  • Virology and Epidemiology in the Time of COVID-19: American Museum of Natural History
  • La Philanthropie : Comprendre et Agir: ESSEC Business School
  • Sistemas y modelos de organización de la atención en salud: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Creating a Free Business Page with Blogger: Coursera
  • Breastfeeding and Adequate Substitutes: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
  • Critical Issues in Urban Education: The University of Chicago
  • Understanding the Australian economy: An introduction to macroeconomic and financial policies: The University of Sydney
  • Impacting the Opioid Crisis: Prevention, Education, and Practice for Non-Prescribing Providers: University of Michigan
  • Liderazgo femenino: potencia habilidades e impulsa el cambio: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

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