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.

American Psychological Association
Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Compassion, Psychology, Mental Health, Resilience, Behavioral Health, Cultural Diversity, Personal Development, Empathy, Mindfulness, Relationship Building, Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Design, Graphic Design, Content Creation, Style Guides, Marketing, Branding
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Storytelling, Empathy, Relationship Building, Oral Expression, Emotional Intelligence, Communication, Leadership, Writing and Editing, Public Speaking, Content Creation, Creativity, Media Production
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Budgets, Social Media Content, Social Media, Marketing Materials, Content Creation, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Marketing, Data Visualization
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skillshare
Skills you'll gain: Packaging and Labeling, Brand Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Presentations, Content Creation, Target Audience, Logo Design, Storytelling, Branding, Product Design, Design Strategies, Social Media, Design, Marketing Design, Design Thinking, Brand Awareness, Adobe Illustrator, Social Media Marketing, Storyboarding, Visual Design
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Environmental Policy, Social Determinants Of Health, Risk Management, Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Public Health, Health Assessment, Policy Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Aptly
Skills you'll gain: TikTok, Social Media Marketing, Business Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Social Media, Content Creation, Marketing Strategies, Content Marketing, Marketing, Brand Awareness, Driving engagement, Content Strategy, Branding, Customer Engagement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Laboratory Testing, Diagnostic Tests, Epidemiology, Patient Evaluation, Urology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Gynecology, Microbiology, Clinical Practices, Public Health, Medical Devices, Preventative Care, Patient Treatment
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Security Awareness, Healthcare Ethics, Responsible AI, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cybersecurity, Diversity Awareness, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Information Technology, Information Privacy, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Social Impact, Media and Communications, Automation, Robotics, Cultural Diversity, Personally Identifiable Information, Emerging Technologies
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Health Equity, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Health Disparities, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Advocacy, Health Care, Health Administration, Public Policies, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Medical Science and Research, Public Health, Research, Research Design
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Organizational Skills, Student Support and Services, Higher Education, Planning, Prioritization, Self-Awareness, Decision Making, Personal Development, Resourcefulness, Goal Setting, Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Museum of Modern Art
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Public History, Community Development, Social Justice, Cultural Responsiveness, Creativity, Art History, Design, Cultural Diversity, Photography
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months