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Communication Skills Courses

Communication skills courses can help you learn effective verbal and nonverbal communication, active listening, persuasive speaking, and conflict resolution techniques. You can build skills in crafting clear messages, adapting your communication style to different audiences, and using feedback constructively. Many courses introduce tools like presentation software, video conferencing platforms, and collaboration apps, which enhance your ability to convey ideas and engage with others in various settings.

Popular Communication Skills Courses and Certifications


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    Packt

    Practical Cyber Hacking Skills for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Testing, Incident Response, Cyber Attacks, Firewall, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Network Protocols, Exploitation techniques, Brute-force attacks, Vulnerability Assessments, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Software Installation, Linux Commands, Network Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    John Wiley & Sons

    Management Skills for New and Emerging Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Productivity, Constructive Feedback, Meeting Facilitation, People Development, Strategic Thinking, Employee Coaching, Leadership and Management, Team Performance Management, Organizational Change, Time Management, Leadership Development, Prioritization, Team Leadership, Coaching, Change Management, Leadership, Drive Engagement, Professional Development, Team Management, People Management

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Nursing Fundamentals: Skills for Patient Care Excellence

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Nursing, Patient Communication, Nursing and Patient Care, Nursing Care, Nursing Basics, Nursing Process, Clinical Assessment, Patient Evaluation, Health Assessment, Treatment Planning, Patient Safety, Direct Patient Care, Nursing, Basic Patient Care, Nursing Practices, Clinical Experience, Communication, Prioritization, Collaboration, Project Documentation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Information Gathering and Vetting

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Analytical Skills, Data Analysis, Business Research, Data Literacy, Analysis, Critical Thinking, Data Strategy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Presentations, Problem Solving, Persuasive Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Grit and Growth Mindset

    Skills you'll gain: Tenacity, Goal Setting, Overcoming Obstacles, Growth Mindedness, Resilience, Persistence, Smart Goals, Self-Motivation, Personal Development, Constructive Feedback, Willingness To Learn, Open Mindset, Cognitive flexibility, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Professional Development, Professionalism, Strategic Planning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Leading Teams Effectively: Skills for Impactful Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Team Leadership, Team Building, Team Motivation, Leadership Development, Management Training And Development, Team Performance Management, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Professional Development, Teamwork, Personal Development, People Development, Business Leadership, Drive Engagement, Team Collaboration, Organizational Effectiveness, Lifelong Learning, Self-Awareness, Communication

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Leveraging GenAI to Develop Critical Thinking Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Independent Thinking, AI literacy, Generative AI, Responsible AI, AI powered creativity, Decision Making, AI Personalization

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Leading with Power Skills: Emotions & Emotional Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Positivity, Personal Development, Empathy, Social Skills, Self-Awareness, Professional Development, Resilience, Conflict Management, Behavior Management, Team Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Stress Management, Psychology, Leadership, Team Management, Team Leadership, Decision Making

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    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Financial & Technical Skills for Business Success

    Skills you'll gain: Blogs, Spreadsheet Software, Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Acumen, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Financial Analysis, Content Marketing, Balance Sheet, Financial Data, Analysis, Web Presence

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Immersify

    Interactive 3D Clinical Skills: A Gamified Experience

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Wound Care, Blood Collection, Vital Signs, Patient-centered Care, Health Assessment, Infection Control, Clinical Nursing, Patient Treatment, Patient Evaluation, Emergency Nursing, Patient Safety, Health Care, Healthcare Ethics, Patient Positioning, Patient Education And Counseling, Medical Surgical Nursing, Nursing, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Clinical Nutrition

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Creo Incubator

    Soft skills for clinicians: Conflict resolution

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Management, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Stress Management, Resilience, Professionalism, Clinical Leadership, Empathy, Coordinating, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Self-Awareness, Collaboration, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Capstone: Accounting Assistant with AI Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Accounting Software, Process Design, Workflow Management, Accounts Payable, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), General Accounting, Accounting Records, Standard Accounting Practices, Accounting Systems, Process Mapping, Month End Closing, Business Workflow Analysis, Ledgers (Accounting), Business Writing, Accounting, Bookkeeping, Financial Accounting, Financial Auditing, Financial Forecasting, Financial Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular communication skills courses

  • Practical Cyber Hacking Skills for Beginners: Packt
  • Management Skills for New and Emerging Leaders: John Wiley & Sons
  • Nursing Fundamentals: Skills for Patient Care Excellence: Coursera
  • Professional Skills: Information Gathering and Vetting: Arizona State University
  • Professional Skills: Grit and Growth Mindset: Arizona State University
  • Leading Teams Effectively: Skills for Impactful Leadership: Coursera
  • Leveraging GenAI to Develop Critical Thinking Skills: University of Michigan
  • Leading with Power Skills: Emotions & Emotional Intelligence: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Financial & Technical Skills for Business Success: Packt
  • Interactive 3D Clinical Skills: A Gamified Experience: Immersify

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