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Social Skills Courses

Social skills courses can help you learn effective communication, active listening, conflict resolution, and emotional intelligence. You can build skills in networking, teamwork, and persuasive speaking, which are vital in both personal and professional settings. Many courses introduce tools like role-playing exercises and feedback mechanisms that enhance interpersonal interactions and help you practice these skills in real-time scenarios.

Popular Social Skills Courses and Certifications


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    Institute for the Future

    Simulation Skills: This is Your Brain on the Future

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Creative Thinking, Simulations, Creativity, Virtual Reality, Empathy, Self-Motivation, Strategic Planning, Personal Development, Scenario Testing, Innovation, Storytelling, Experience Design

    4.8 stars, 435 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Anthropometry, Biomechanics, and Motor Skills in User Design

    Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Human Factors, Exercise Science, Human Factors Engineering, Control Systems, Sports Medicine, Human Musculoskeletal System, Sensory Systems Analysis, Industrial Design, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Mechanics, Occupational Health, Human Centered Design, Product Design, Injury Prevention, Rehabilitation

    4.7 stars, 19 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (19) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The Expert Academy

    Sales Skills: Coach Buyers Through Complex Decisions

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, B2B Sales, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Closing (Sales), Rapport Building, Collaboration, Sales, Stakeholder Communications, Empathy, Stakeholder Engagement, Communication Strategies, Sales Process, Stakeholder Management, Influencing, Mental Health, Employee Coaching, Coaching, Decision Making, Cultural Sensitivity

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Skillshare

    Affinity Photo: Beyond the Basics – Retouching Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Photo Editing, Photography, Image Quality, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Post-Production, Editing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Excel 365 Fundamentals – Getting Started and Core Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft 365, Collaborative Software, Presentations, Data Visualization, Microsoft Teams, Organizational Skills, Data Management, Data Sharing

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universidad de Chile

    Inclusión social de personas con discapacidad desde un enfoque de derechos.

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Health Equity, Diversity Awareness, Health Disparities, Workplace inclusivity, Special Education, Social Work, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Social Justice, Social Determinants Of Health, Labor Law, Health Care, Empowerment, Epidemiology

    4.8 stars, 368 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    Immersify

    Every Second Counts: Advanced and Emergency Clinical Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Blood Collection, Phlebotomy, Medication Administration, Healthcare Ethics, Automated External Defibrillator, Life Support, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Emergency and Intensive Care, Bloodborne Pathogens, Emergency Medicine, Laboratory Testing, Respiratory Care, Pathology, Airway Management, Defibrillation, Diagnostic Tests, Direct Patient Care, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Decision Making, Critical Thinking

    4.9 stars, 9 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (9) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    IBM Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) with AI Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Forecasting, Financial Statement Analysis, Budgeting, Variance Analysis, Financial Modeling, Management Reporting, Financial Planning, Corporate Finance, Data Storytelling, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Generative AI, Scenario Testing, Prompt Engineering, Risk Management, Microsoft Excel, Accrual Accounting, Stakeholder Management, Anomaly Detection, Data Visualization, Performance Stress Testing

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Driving Trust and Innovation: Advanced Journalism Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, ChatGPT, Writing and Editing, AI Integrations, Editing, Content Creation, Data Validation, Workflow Management, Record Keeping, Communication Strategies, Drafting and Engineering Design, Business Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Toronto

    Knowledge and Skills for Dementia Care: the SSLD Approach

    Skills you'll gain: Gerontology, Long Term Care, Geriatrics, Caregiving, Nursing Homes, Dignity in Care, Home Health Care, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychosocial Assessments, Behavioral Management, Substance Abuse, Patient-centered Care, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Responsiveness, Informed Consent, Behavior Management, Needs Assessment

    4.6 stars, 132 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (132) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Career Development for Accounting Assistant with AI Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Accounts Payable and Receivable, Payroll Processing, Accounts Payable, Cash Management, Reconciliation, Payroll, Accounts Receivable, Payroll Administration, Cash Handling, Cash Flows, Accounting Software, Accounting, QuickBooks (Accounting Software), Accounting Records, General Accounting, Interviewing Skills, Professional Networking, Portfolio Management, Microsoft Excel, Record Keeping

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    SkillsBooster Academy

    Write a Month of Social Media Posts with Claude AI

    Skills you'll gain: Content Scheduling, Social Media Content, AI powered creativity, Anthropic Claude, Content Creation, Social Media, Generative AI, Content Development and Management, Social Media Management, Prompt Engineering, Brand Strategy, Instagram, TikTok, Content Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Writing and Editing, Target Audience, LinkedIn, Product Promotion

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: New
    New
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular social skills courses

  • Simulation Skills: This is Your Brain on the Future: Institute for the Future
  • Anthropometry, Biomechanics, and Motor Skills in User Design: Arizona State University
  • Sales Skills: Coach Buyers Through Complex Decisions: The Expert Academy
  • Affinity Photo: Beyond the Basics – Retouching Skills: Skillshare
  • Excel 365 Fundamentals – Getting Started and Core Skills: Packt
  • Inclusión social de personas con discapacidad desde un enfoque de derechos.: Universidad de Chile
  • Every Second Counts: Advanced and Emergency Clinical Skills: Immersify
  • IBM Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) with AI Skills: IBM
  • Driving Trust and Innovation: Advanced Journalism Skills: Coursera
  • Knowledge and Skills for Dementia Care: the SSLD Approach: University of Toronto

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