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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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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Business English for Non-Native Speakers

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Interviewing Skills, Business Communication, Case Studies, Business Ethics, Data Visualization, Oral Expression, English Language, Language Competency, Presentations, Target Audience, Report Writing, Writing, Business Analysis, Analysis, Communication Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills, Intercultural Competence, Communication

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Teaching Writing Final Project

    Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Peer Review, Writing and Editing, Writing, Course Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Alberta

    Software Product Management

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Software Development, Project Risk Management, Requirements Analysis, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Kanban Principles, Risk Management, Requirements Elicitation, Sprint Retrospectives, Functional Requirement, Sprint Planning, Software Development Methodologies, Agile Product Development, Software Development, Risk Analysis, Scrum (Software Development), Software Technical Review, Risk Management Framework, Product Management, Project Management

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Rice University

    Communication Skills for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Proposal Writing, Oral Expression, Presentations, Technical Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Executive Presence, Business Writing, Public Speaking, Infographics, Business Communication, Interactive Data Visualization, Concision, Strategic Communication, Crisis Management, Persuasive Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Public Relations, Technical Writing, Electronic Media, Writing

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Technical Analysis for Market Trend Trading

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Analysis, Market Trend, Trend Analysis, Financial Trading, Marketing Psychology, Financial Market, Market Analysis, Analysis, Consolidation

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    English for Travel and Shopping

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Vocabulary, Grammar, Language Learning, Oral Expression, Public History, Oral Comprehension, Writing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    KodeKloud

    Golang: Foundations and Variables

    Skills you'll gain: Go (Programming Language), Computer Programming Tools, Software Development Tools, Integrated Development Environments, Programming Principles, Development Environment, Computer Programming, System Programming, Command-Line Interface, Computational Logic, Data Integrity, Software Installation, Memory Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    British Standards Institution

    AI Literacy in the Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, AI literacy, Prompt Engineering, AI Enablement, Personally Identifiable Information, Artificial Intelligence, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Security, Risk Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Museum of Modern Art

    In the Studio: Postwar Abstract Painting

    Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Problem Solving, Aesthetics, Color Theory, Liberal Arts, Personal Development, Design Elements And Principles, Social Impact, World History

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Soporte de Tecnologías de la Información de Google

    Skills you'll gain: IT Infrastructure, Operating System Administration, Computer Security, Information Systems Security, IT Security Architecture, Computer Networking, Desktop Support, Systems Administration, Network Troubleshooting, Remote Access Systems, Network Security, OSI Models, Hardening, Package and Software Management, Cloud Management, Disaster Recovery, TCP/IP, Computer Hardware, Technical Support, Software Installation

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Madecraft

    Impactful Business Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Non-Verbal Communication, Copywriting, Emotional Intelligence, Newsletters, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Virtual Teams, Business Writing, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Stakeholder Communications, Business Communication, Influencing, Public Speaking, Executive Presence, Professional Development, Active Listening, Presentations, Team Collaboration

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    University of Washington

    Business English: Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Professional Networking, English Language, Writing, Oral Expression, Business Communication, Rapport Building, Telephone Skills, Language Competency, Relationship Building, Verbal Communication Skills, Setting Appointments, Vocabulary, Communication, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Communication Strategies, Scheduling

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