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Self Improvement Courses

Self-improvement courses can help you learn effective time management, goal setting, emotional intelligence, and mindfulness techniques. You can build skills in self-reflection, resilience, and communication, which are crucial for personal and professional growth. Many courses introduce tools like journaling apps, productivity planners, and meditation guides that can enhance your learning experience and support your journey toward achieving your goals.

Popular Self Improvement Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Michigan

    How to Network: Leading Yourself to Lead Others

    Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Professional Networking, Professional Development, Relationship Management, Strategic Leadership, Action Oriented, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Branding, Goal Setting, General Networking, Business

    4.5 stars, 70 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (70) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Storying the Self: Telling our Stories

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Storytelling, Relationship Building, Personal Attributes, Oral Expression, Emotional Intelligence, Communication, Leadership, Writing and Editing, Public Speaking, Cultural Responsiveness, Creativity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • V

    Voxy

    Intermediate English: Talking About Yourself

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Professional Development, Professionalism, Personal Attributes, Language Learning, Oral Comprehension, Language Competency, Communication, Business Communication, Vocabulary, Personal Development, Education Software and Technology, Grammar

    3.2 stars, 22 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 3.2 (22) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • R

    Rice University

    Personal Leadership Development Planning and Leading High Performing Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Smart Goals, Team Motivation, Motivational Skills, Team Management, Team Performance Management, Goal Setting, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Professional Development, Leadership, People Development, Personal Development, Team Building, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Gap Analysis, Prioritization

    4.7 stars, 244 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (244) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Skillshare

    Mindful Digital Art: 5 Prompts for Self Development

    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Growth Mindedness, Lifelong Learning, Creativity, Visual Storytelling, Digital Design, Meditation & Breathwork, Graphics Software, Color Theory, Creative Thinking, Storytelling, Design Elements And Principles, Design Software

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    Ei4Change

    Being Assertive with Emotional Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Assertiveness, Oral Expression, Empowerment, Tactfulness, Composure, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Business Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Overcoming Obstacles, Self-Awareness, Honesty, Conflict Management, Communication Strategies, Personal Development, Team Building, Personal Integrity, Leadership Development

    4.8 stars, 72 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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  • P

    Packt

    The Complete Self-Discipline Course - Control Your Own Life

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Discipline, Action Oriented, Habit Formation, Empowerment, Personal Development, Goal Setting, Lifelong Learning, Time Management, Behavioral Management, Relationship Building, Constructive Feedback, Creativity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • S

    Skillshare

    Reach Your Goals: 7 Personal Development Exercises

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Goal Setting, Empowerment, Follow Through, Goal-Oriented, Action Oriented, Habit Formation, Courage, Overcoming Obstacles

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Communicating Your Best Self

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Communication Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills, Non-Verbal Communication, Virtual Teams, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Oral Expression, Writing, Self-Awareness

    4.5 stars, 108 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (108) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    How Self-Motivation Shapes Personal Success

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Goal Setting, Tenacity, Persistence, Self-Motivation, Personal Development, Creativity, Creative Thinking, Smart Goals, Adaptability, Creative Problem-Solving, Self-Awareness, Empathy, Resilience, Motivational Skills, Curiosity, Overcoming Obstacles, Courage

    4.8 stars, 22 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (22) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Communicating Your Best Self

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Meeting Facilitation, Oral Expression, Professionalism, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Non-Verbal Communication, Virtual Teams, Relationship Building, Business Writing, Collaboration, Active Listening, Concision, Writing, Presentations

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • Q

    Queen Mary University of London

    Stepping Up: Preparing Yourself for Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Leadership Development, Leadership, Executive Presence, Initiative and Leadership, Time Management, Leadership and Management, Influencing, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Conflict Management, Professional Development, Personal Attributes, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Constructive Feedback, Communication, Motivational Skills

    4.8 stars, 76 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (76) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular self improvement courses

  • How to Network: Leading Yourself to Lead Others: University of Michigan
  • Storying the Self: Telling our Stories: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Intermediate English: Talking About Yourself: Voxy
  • Personal Leadership Development Planning and Leading High Performing Teams: Rice University
  • Mindful Digital Art: 5 Prompts for Self Development: Skillshare
  • Being Assertive with Emotional Intelligence: Ei4Change
  • The Complete Self-Discipline Course - Control Your Own Life: Packt
  • Reach Your Goals: 7 Personal Development Exercises: Skillshare
  • Communicating Your Best Self: Arizona State University
  • How Self-Motivation Shapes Personal Success: University of Colorado System

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