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Social Skills Courses

Social skills courses can help you learn effective communication, active listening, conflict resolution, and emotional intelligence. You can build skills in networking, teamwork, and persuasive speaking, which are vital in both personal and professional settings. Many courses introduce tools like role-playing exercises and feedback mechanisms that enhance interpersonal interactions and help you practice these skills in real-time scenarios.

Popular Social Skills Courses and Certifications


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    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Emotional Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Influencing, Composure, Decision Making, Problem Solving

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Customer Service Essentials: 20 Skills for Happy Clients

    Skills you'll gain: Service Recovery, De-escalation Techniques, Greeting Customers, Customer Service, Conflict Management, Coordinating, Hospitality, Professionalism, Teamwork, Coordination, Customer experience improvement, Collaboration, Communication, Empathy, Active Listening

    5 stars, 7 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 5 (7) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad

    Leadership Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Leadership and Management, Organizational Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Business Ethics, Culture Transformation, Personal Development, Influencing, Organizational Change, Self-Awareness, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Relationship Building, Mindfulness, Decision Making

    4.8 stars, 2.3K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (2.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Arizona State University

    Empathy for Self and Others

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Compassion, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Active Listening, Leadership, Mindfulness, Meditation & Breathwork

    4.6 stars, 57 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnKartS

    Negotiation Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Communication Strategies, Professionalism, Professional Development, Performance Analysis, Organizational Skills, Persona Development

    4.8 stars, 25 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (25) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    People and Soft Skills Assessment

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Persuasive Communication, Presentations, Team Collaboration, Problem Solving, Collaboration, Professional Development, Social Skills, Solution Delivery, Composure

    4.7 stars, 357 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (357) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    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, Relationship Building, Collaboration, Interpersonal Communications, Self-Discipline, Problem Solving, Public Speaking, Decision Making, Self-Motivation

    4.5 stars, 38 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (38) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Communication Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Communication Strategies, Influencing, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Persuasive Communication, Writing, Motivational Skills, Decision Making, Collaboration

    4.6 stars, 174 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (174) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    Tsinghua University

    Conversational English Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, English Language, Language Learning, Interpersonal Communications, Language Competency, Learning Strategies, Oral Comprehension

    4.3 stars, 800 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (800) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • W

    Wesleyan University

    Social Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Persuasive Communication, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Management

    4.7 stars, 5.2K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (5.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Team Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Team Collaboration, Conflict Management, Constructive Feedback, Teamwork, Active Listening, Collaboration, Communication Strategies, Communication

    4.4 stars, 8 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (8) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Social Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Psychology, Social Justice, Social Skills, Emotional Intelligence, Interpersonal Communications, Critical Thinking

    4.4 stars, 9 reviews, Beginner, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.4 (9) · Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
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