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Speech courses can help you learn effective public speaking, persuasive communication, and vocal techniques. You can build skills in crafting compelling narratives, managing anxiety, and engaging diverse audiences. Many courses introduce tools like speech analysis software and presentation platforms, which enhance your ability to deliver impactful messages and refine your speaking style.


Popular Speech Courses and Certifications


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    University of Michigan

    Speaking and Presenting: Conversation Starters

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Presentations, Interpersonal Communications, Cognitive flexibility, Storytelling, Active Listening, Driving engagement, Adaptability, Ingenuity, Creativity

    4.6
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    94 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Effective Communication: Writing, Design, and Presentation

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Presentations, Peer Review, Infographics, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Business Correspondence, Public Speaking, Business Communication, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Verbal Communication Skills, Design, Visual Design, Storytelling, Writing, Organizational Skills, Project Design, Concision, Writing and Editing, Proofreading

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    12K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Business Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Constructive Feedback, Teamwork, Diversity and Inclusion, Conflict Management, Negotiation, Business Correspondence, Decision Making, Business Communication, Team Building, Recognizing Others, Collaboration, Virtual Teams, Writing, Organizational Skills, Team Motivation, Tactfulness, Performance Management, Staff Management, Grammar

    4.8
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Communication For Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Public Speaking, Presentations, Active Listening, Storytelling, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Team Leadership, Teamwork, Social Skills, Influencing, Discussion Facilitation, Team Building, Communication Strategies, Leadership, Team Management, Conflict Management, Constructive Feedback, Interpersonal Communications, Non-Verbal Communication

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    182 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Starweaver

    Verbal Communications and Presentation Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Public Speaking, Constructive Feedback, Professional Development, Self-Awareness

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    80 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Presentations: Speaking so that People Listen

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Presentations, Public Speaking, Non-Verbal Communication, Constructive Feedback, Communication Strategies, Persuasive Communication, Driving engagement, Student Engagement, Organizational Skills, Planning

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    382 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    TESOL Certificate, Part 2: Teach English Now!

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Education Software and Technology, Teaching, Literacy, Technology Strategies, Grammar, English Language, Language Competency, Language Learning, End User Training and Support, Emerging Technologies, Vocabulary, Innovation, Digital Transformation

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    English for Effective Business Speaking

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentation, Interviewing Skills, Oral Expression, English Language, Business Communication, Presentations, Business Correspondence, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Writing, Grammar, Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Target Audience, Vocabulary, Professionalism, Communication Strategies

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    700 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Building Generative AI-Powered Applications with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, LangChain, LLM Application, Generative AI, OpenAI, Web Applications, Application Development, Flask (Web Framework), Python Programming, Natural Language Processing, Prompt Engineering, Front-End Web Development, Image Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    252 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Teach English Now! Second Language Listening, Speaking, and Pronunciation

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Teaching, English Language, Language Competency, Language Learning

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    2K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Successful Presentation

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Storytelling, Drive Engagement, Communication, Persuasive Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Business Writing, Composure, Adaptability, Creativity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    4.9K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Washington

    Speaking to persuade: Motivating audiences with solid arguments and moving language

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Storytelling, Driving engagement, Communication Strategies, Action Oriented, Constructive Feedback, Non-Verbal Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    347 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular speech courses

  • Speaking and Presenting: Conversation Starters: University of Michigan
  • Effective Communication: Writing, Design, and Presentation: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Business Communication: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Communication For Everyone: Arizona State University
  • Verbal Communications and Presentation Skills: Starweaver
  • Presentations: Speaking so that People Listen: University of California, Irvine
  • TESOL Certificate, Part 2: Teach English Now!: Arizona State University
  • English for Effective Business Speaking: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Building Generative AI-Powered Applications with Python: IBM
  • Teach English Now! Second Language Listening, Speaking, and Pronunciation: Arizona State University

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