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Self Defense Courses

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.


Popular Self Defense Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Michigan

    The Science of Success: What Researchers Know that You Should Know

    Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Growth Mindedness, Action Oriented, Goal-Oriented, Personal Development, Self-Motivation, Positivity, Goal Setting, Conscientiousness, Resilience, Persistence, Overcoming Obstacles, Planning, Learning Strategies, Social Network Analysis

    ★ 4.8 (2.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of London

    Understanding Research Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Research Methodologies, Research Design, Research, Science and Research, Qualitative Research, Social Impact, Writing, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    ★ 4.7 (9K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Madecraft

    Finding Your Purpose at Work

    Skills you'll gain: Productivity, Time Management, Resilience, Positivity, Employee Engagement, Prioritization, Growth Mindedness, Personal Development, Professional Development, Job Evaluation, Job Analysis, Driving engagement, Self-Motivation, Overcoming Obstacles, Goal Setting, Habit Formation, Self-Awareness, Open Mindset, Communication Strategies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Collaboration

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Meeting Facilitation, Empathy, Emotional Intelligence, Negotiation, Team Collaboration, Conflict Management, Constructive Feedback, Teamwork, Team Building, Self-Awareness, Active Listening, Rapport Building, Relationship Building, Collaboration, Self-Discipline, Problem Solving, Public Speaking, Decision Making, Self-Motivation

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Speak English Professionally: In Person, Online & On the Phone

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Telephone Skills, Interviewing Skills, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Sales Presentation, Cultural Sensitivity, Intercultural Competence, Non-Verbal Communication, Public Speaking, English Language, Vocabulary, Business Communication, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Language Competency, Social Skills, Professionalism, Communication Strategies, Professional Development

    ★ 4.7 (10K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google

    Google Prompting Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Prompt Engineering Tools, Prompt Patterns, AI powered creativity, Graphing, Context Engineering, AI literacy, AI Personalization, Generative AI, Timelines, LLM Application, Ideation, Artificial Intelligence, Business Correspondence, Complex Problem Solving, Report Writing, Solution Design, Document Management, Critical Thinking, Machine Learning

    ★ 4.8 (7.1K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Pragmatic AI Labs

    LLM Security and Vulnerabilities

    Skills you'll gain: LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), AI Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Application Security, Security Architecture Review, Tool Calling, Threat Modeling, Security Testing, Secure Coding, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Management, Software Architecture, Prompt Patterns, Prompt Engineering, IT Security Architecture, Security Controls, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Validation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Madecraft

    Mistakes to Avoid When Resolving Conflict

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Active Listening, Cultural Sensitivity, Conflict Management, Assertiveness, De-escalation Techniques, Diversity Awareness, Interpersonal Communications, Communication Strategies, Empathy, Overcoming Obstacles, Open Mindset, Communication, Brainstorming, Verification And Validation, Emotional Intelligence, Problem Solving, Self-Awareness

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Creo Incubator

    Project Management in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, Team Management, Clinical Leadership, Patient Communication, Team Performance Management, Team Leadership, Constructive Feedback, Team Building, Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Management, Healthcare Project Management, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Decision Making, Communication Strategies, Project Management, Leadership and Management, Self-Awareness, Leadership, Communication, Health Care

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Communicating to Build Relationships

    Skills you'll gain: Rapport Building, Relationship Building, Team Collaboration, Empathy, Team Building, Professionalism, Workplace inclusivity, Interpersonal Communications, Professional Development, Business Communication, Prioritization, Emotional Intelligence, Communication Strategies, Employee Coaching, Trustworthiness, Leadership Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Design Data Models for BI Reporting

    Skills you'll gain: Star Schema, Data Modeling, Database Design, Data Warehousing, Dashboard, Business Reporting, Dashboard Creation, Business Intelligence, Business Process, Business Intelligence Software, Self Service Technologies, Performance Tuning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Sungkyunkwan University

    Korean Philosophy Electives

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Music History, Compassion, World Music, Political Sciences, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Classical Music, Recognizing Others, Empathy, Aesthetics, International Relations, Self-Awareness, Psychology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Liberal Arts, Cultural Sensitivity, Culture, Ancient History

    ★ 4.8 (12) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • The Science of Success: What Researchers Know that You Should Know: University of Michigan
  • Understanding Research Methods: University of London
  • Finding Your Purpose at Work: Madecraft
  • Professional Skills: Collaboration: Arizona State University
  • Speak English Professionally: In Person, Online & On the Phone: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Google Prompting Essentials: Google
  • LLM Security and Vulnerabilities: Pragmatic AI Labs
  • Mistakes to Avoid When Resolving Conflict: Madecraft
  • Project Management in Healthcare: Creo Incubator
  • Professional Skills: Communicating to Build Relationships: Arizona State University

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