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Writing courses can help you learn narrative structure, character development, persuasive techniques, and editing skills. You can build abilities in crafting compelling arguments, developing unique voices, and refining your style through feedback. Many courses introduce tools like Grammarly for grammar checks, Scrivener for organizing drafts, and various writing software that aid in the creative process, enhancing your overall writing proficiency.

Popular Writing Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Washington

    Business English: Meetings

    Skills you'll gain: Proposal Writing, Proposal Development, Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Meeting Facilitation, Setting Appointments, Report Writing, Business Reporting, Writing, Oral Expression, Business Communication, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Comprehension, Telephone Skills, Events and Conferences, Vocabulary, Scheduling, Decision Making

    4.8 stars, 1.1K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (1.1K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • S

    Sage Publications

    Introduction to Journal Publishing: Why Publish?

    Skills you'll gain: Journals, Digital Publishing, Coordination, Writing, Team Collaboration, Writing and Editing, Research

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
  • S

    Sage Publications

    How to Write a Journal Article 2: Supplemental Materials

    Skills you'll gain: Data Sharing, Journals, Digital Publishing, Document Management, Data Management, Technical Communication, Writing and Editing, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Photo Editing, Video Editing, Technical Writing, Editing, Writing, Multimedia

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • B

    Board Infinity

    AI for Freelancers: Win More Clients with Free AI Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Proposal Writing, Prompt Engineering Tools, AI Workflows, Proposal Development, Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Email Automation, Writing, Administrative Support, AI literacy, AI Enablement, Customer Acquisition Management, Writing and Editing, Business Communication, Calendar Management, LLM Application, Sales Prospecting, Prospecting and Qualification

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • S

    Sage Publications

    Write Better Data Stories

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Report Writing, Data Presentation, Business Reporting, Data Visualization, Technical Communication, Research Reports, Data Literacy, Business Writing, Storytelling, Communication, Writing, Target Audience

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • S

    Sage Publications

    Peer Review, Feedback and Decisions

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Constructive Feedback, Editing, Professionalism, Writing, Writing and Editing, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research, Resilience

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
  • P

    Pearson

    Drafting an Essay

    Skills you'll gain: Writing, Research, Style Guides

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Chegg Skills

    Practical AI Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Data Ethics, ChatGPT, Productivity, AI literacy, Business Writing, Writing, Writing and Editing, Artificial Intelligence, Calendar Management, Prioritization, AI Workflows, Organizational Skills, Generative AI, Business Process Automation, Time Management, Critical Thinking, Communication, Problem Solving, Digital Communications

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Research Question and Proposal

    Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Research, Research and Design, Research Reports, Writing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Importance of Context, Clarity, and Purpose

    Skills you'll gain: Writing, Persuasive Communication, Communication Strategies, Communication, Critical Thinking, Dealing With Ambiguity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    SkillsBooster Academy

    Productivity with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Organizational Skills, Planning, Action Oriented, Prioritization, Goal Setting, Productivity, AI Personalization, Time Management, Presentations, Personal Development, Writing and Editing, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Decision Making, Google Workspace, Generative AI, Research, Professional Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Wine Tasting: Flavor and Aroma

    Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Analytical Skills, Writing, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular writing courses

  • Business English: Meetings: University of Washington
  • Introduction to Journal Publishing: Why Publish?: Sage Publications
  • How to Write a Journal Article 2: Supplemental Materials: Sage Publications
  • AI for Freelancers: Win More Clients with Free AI Tools: Board Infinity
  • Write Better Data Stories: Sage Publications
  • Peer Review, Feedback and Decisions: Sage Publications
  • Drafting an Essay: Pearson
  • Practical AI Foundations: Chegg Skills
  • Research Question and Proposal: Pearson
  • Importance of Context, Clarity, and Purpose: Pearson

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