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Public Speaking Courses

Public speaking courses can help you learn effective communication techniques, audience engagement strategies, and the art of persuasive storytelling. You can build skills in managing anxiety, using body language effectively, and crafting impactful presentations. Many courses introduce tools like presentation software, speech analysis apps, and video recording techniques to enhance your delivery and receive constructive feedback.

Popular Public Speaking Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Providing Social, Emotional, Behavioral, and Special Education Services in School

    Skills you'll gain: Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Special Education, School Psychology, Case Studies, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, School Counseling, Teaching, Student Support and Services, Social and Human Services, Mental Health, Preventative Care, Health Education, Health Promotion, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Behavior Management, Positive Behavior Support, Developmental Disabilities, Crisis Intervention, Functional Behavior Assessment, Trauma Care

    4.8 stars, 908 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (908) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Smart Cities – Management of Smart Urban Infrastructures

    Skills you'll gain: Transportation Operations, Governance, Technical Management, Systems Thinking, Emerging Technologies, Technology Strategies, Service Management, Innovation, Internet Of Things, Digital Transformation, Sustainable Development, Public Affairs

    4.7 stars, 1.9K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Accounting Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Visualization, Model Optimization, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Matplotlib, Data Literacy, Tableau Software, Plot (Graphics), Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Unsupervised Learning, Exploratory Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Seaborn, Data Preprocessing, Model Training, Machine Learning, Python Programming

    4.7 stars, 589 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (589) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Concepts, Strategies, and Analytics in Performance Marketing and Digital Advertising

    Skills you'll gain: Advertising Campaigns, Performance marketing, Online Advertising, Digital Advertising, Google Ads, Advertising, Paid media, Social Media, Media Planning, Pay Per Click Advertising, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Marketing, Campaign Management, Social Media Strategy, Campaign Planning, Content Performance Analysis, Search Engine Marketing, Contextual Advertising, Social Media Management, Target Audience

    4.6 stars, 836 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (836) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Sungkyunkwan University

    The Korean Alphabet: An Introduction to Hangeul

    Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Literacy, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Public History

    4.7 stars, 510 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (510) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Sustainable Cities

    Skills you'll gain: Traffic Flow Optimization, Architectural Design, Sustainable Development, Stormwater Management, Building Codes, Community Development, Sustainable Systems, Land Development, Public Works, Sustainable Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Transportation Operations, Civil Engineering, Land Management, Case Studies, Building Design, Economic Development, Sustainable Design, Sustainable Technologies, Environmental Science

    4.6 stars, 523 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (523) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Small Business Marketing Using YouTube

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Digital Marketing Tools, Content Performance Analysis, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Content, Business Marketing, Social Media Management, Customer Engagement, Strategic Partnership, Gmail, Drive Engagement, Target Audience, Content Creation

    4.7 stars, 1.4K reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.7 (1.4K) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Free
    Free
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Digital Transformation with Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Hosting, Cloud Deployment, Public Cloud, Cloud Infrastructure, Business Transformation, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Google Cloud Platform, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Business Technologies, Network Infrastructure, General Networking, Computer Networking

    4.8 stars, 2.6K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (2.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Payment Fraud & Dispute Resolution + PCI‑DSS Training

    Skills you'll gain: Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standards, Credit/Debit Card Processing, Merchant Services, Payment Processing, Payment Systems, Payment Processing and Collection, Arbitration, Loss Prevention, Customer Complaint Resolution, Claims Processing, Security Controls, Auditing, Security Strategy, Conflict Management, Transaction Processing, Negotiation, Information Technology, Business, Finance, Securities (Finance)

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • S

    Stanford Online

    Health Across the Gender Spectrum

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Child Welfare, Pediatrics, Cultural Sensitivity, Working With Children, Family Support, Toileting, Human Development, Mental Health, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Health Equity, Child Development, Parent Communication, Child Health, Sociology, Health Disparities, Healthcare Ethics, Medical Support, Public Health

    4.8 stars, 2.5K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (2.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Anticorrupción: Introducción a conceptos y perspectiva práctica

    Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Social Network Analysis, Public Administration, Accountability, Policy Analysis, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Governance, Social Justice, Disciplinary Procedures, Political Sciences, Accountability Frameworks, Performance Measurement

    4.8 stars, 1.4K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Influencer Marketing Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Strategy, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Marketing, Content Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Strategies, Campaign Management, Marketing Communications, Return On Investment, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Driving engagement, Social Media Analytics, Content Strategy, Stakeholder Engagement, Marketing Budgets, Brand Awareness, Marketing Analytics, Presentations, Digital Marketing Tools, Target Audience

    4.3 stars, 196 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (196) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular Public Speaking courses

  • Providing Social, Emotional, Behavioral, and Special Education Services in School: University of Colorado System
  • Smart Cities – Management of Smart Urban Infrastructures: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Accounting Data Analytics: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Concepts, Strategies, and Analytics in Performance Marketing and Digital Advertising: University of Colorado Boulder
  • The Korean Alphabet: An Introduction to Hangeul: Sungkyunkwan University
  • Sustainable Cities: Johns Hopkins University
  • Small Business Marketing Using YouTube: Coursera
  • Digital Transformation with Google Cloud: Google Cloud
  • Payment Fraud & Dispute Resolution + PCI‑DSS Training: Packt
  • Health Across the Gender Spectrum: Stanford Online

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