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Self Defense Courses

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.

Popular Self Defense Courses and Certifications


  • I

    IBM

    Generative AI Language Modeling with Transformers

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Large Language Modeling, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Transfer Learning, Embeddings, Natural Language Processing, Model Training, Applied Machine Learning, Model Optimization, Data Preprocessing

    4.5 stars, 157 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (157) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • G

    Google Cloud

    A Tour of Google Cloud Hands-on Labs

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud API, User Accounts, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud Services, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Cloud Platforms, Cloud Storage

    4.7 stars, 303 reviews, Beginner, Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.7 (303) · Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Status: Free trial
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  • M

    Macquarie University

    Adapt your leadership style

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership Studies, Organizational Leadership, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership Development, Culture Transformation, Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership and Management, Organizational Change, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Adaptability, Staff Management, Influencing, Complex Problem Solving, Relationship Building, Communication

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

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

    Status: Free trial
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  • N

    Northwestern University

    Leadership Through Social Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Motivational Skills, Communication, Leadership Studies, Advocacy, Social Impact, Empowerment, Behavior Management, Overcoming Objections, Negotiation, Action Oriented, Drive Engagement

    4.7 stars, 1.4K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (1.4K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    Tel Aviv University

    The History of Modern Israel - Part I: From an Idea to a State

    Skills you'll gain: World History, European History, Social Studies, International Relations, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, Diplomacy, Public History, Demography, Cultural Diversity

    4.6 stars, 811 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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  • 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
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  • I

    IndiaAI

    YUVA AI for ALL

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, Responsible AI, AI literacy, Data Ethics, Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, LLM Application, AI powered creativity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Machine Learning, Agentic systems

    4.8 stars, 480 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
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  • A

    Advancing Women in Tech

    AI Fundamentals with Claude

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Patterns, AI powered creativity, AI literacy, Vibe coding, Problem Solving, AI Enablement, Prompt Engineering Tools, Ideation, AI Personalization, Empowerment, AI Integrations, AI Workflows, Independent Thinking

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

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

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    Universidad Austral

    Negociación 4.0

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Communication, Coaching, Personal Attributes, Collaboration, Emotional Intelligence

    4.7 stars, 859 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Herbal Medicine

    Skills you'll gain: Drug Interaction, Contraindication, Pharmacology, Patient Education And Counseling, Pharmacotherapy, Medication Therapy Management, Nurse Education, Pain Management, Pharmaceuticals, Patient Evaluation, Respiratory Care, Patient Safety, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Medical Science and Research, Safety Standards, Mental Health

    4.9 stars, 868 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (868) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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    IBM

    Relational Database Administration (DBA)

    Skills you'll gain: Database Administration, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Management, Relational Databases, Database Software, MySQL, Database Management Systems, IBM DB2, Database Systems, Operational Databases, PostgreSQL, Performance Tuning, Data Maintenance, Data Storage Technologies, Disaster Recovery, Application Performance Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Network Troubleshooting, IT Automation, User Accounts

    4.4 stars, 272 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (272) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • C

    Coursera

    Effective Leadership: Master Management Styles

    Skills you'll gain: Team Performance Management, Management Training And Development, Team Management, Leadership and Management, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development, Adaptability, People Management, Professional Development, Employee Engagement, Self-Awareness

    4.8 stars, 141 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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

  • Generative AI Language Modeling with Transformers: IBM
  • A Tour of Google Cloud Hands-on Labs: Google Cloud
  • Adapt your leadership style: Macquarie University
  • Leadership Through Social Influence: Northwestern University
  • The History of Modern Israel - Part I: From an Idea to a State: Tel Aviv University
  • How to Network: Leading Yourself to Lead Others: University of Michigan
  • YUVA AI for ALL: IndiaAI
  • AI Fundamentals with Claude: Advancing Women in Tech
  • Negociación 4.0: Universidad Austral
  • Herbal Medicine: University of Minnesota

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