Self-defense courses can help you learn situational awareness, basic striking techniques, and effective escape strategies. You can build skills in defensive tactics, conflict de-escalation, and personal safety planning. Many courses introduce tools like pepper spray, personal alarms, and self-defense keychains, demonstrating how these items can enhance your safety and confidence in various environments.

New York University
Skills you'll gain: Authentications, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptographic Protocols, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cryptography, Data Encryption Standard, Computer Security, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Security Controls, Cyber Attacks, Encryption, Key Management, Multi-Factor Authentication, Single Sign-On (SSO)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Infosec
Skills you'll gain: Threat Detection, Cyber Security Strategy, System Monitoring, Cybersecurity, Cyber Operations, Continuous Monitoring, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Python Programming, Scripting, Scripting Languages
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Alex Genadinik
Skills you'll gain: Productivity, Habit Formation, Self-Motivation, Overcoming Obstacles, Self-Discipline, Self-Awareness, Behavior Management, Biology, Mental Health
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Controls, Malware Protection, Security Engineering, Network Security, IT Security Architecture, Threat Detection, Firewall, Digital Forensics, Anomaly Detection, Code Review, Network Routing, Linux Commands, Proxy Servers, Linux, Internet Of Things
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Creo Incubator
Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Stress Management, Empathy, Composure, Compassion, Conflict Management, Relationship Management, Leadership Development, Relationship Building, Personal Development, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Leadership, Interpersonal Communications
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Personal Attributes, Personal Development, Research, Lifelong Learning, Psychosocial Assessments, Goal Setting, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
Skills you'll gain: Stress First Aid, Pediatric First Aid, Emergency Services, Family Support, Developmental Disabilities, Resilience, Child Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Storytelling, Active Listening, Creative Thinking, Relationship Building, Empathy, Brainstorming, Creativity, Personal Attributes, Oral Expression, Emotional Intelligence, Diversity Awareness, Self-Awareness, Cognitive flexibility, Initiative and Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Leadership, Writing and Editing, Culture, Communication
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Exploit development, Penetration Testing, Cyber Operations, Malware Protection, Exploitation techniques, Network Monitoring, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Vulnerability Scanning, Network Security, Network Protocols, Network Analysis, Scripting Languages, Scripting, Remote Access Systems, Python Programming, Program Development, Command-Line Interface, Code Reusability, Package and Software Management
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Malware Protection, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Incident Management, Threat Detection, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Wireless Networks, Data Integrity
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Special Competitive Studies Project
Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks