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Self Development Courses

Self-development courses can help you learn time management, emotional intelligence, effective communication, and goal-setting strategies. You can build skills in self-reflection, resilience, and motivation techniques that enhance personal growth. Many courses introduce tools like journaling apps, productivity planners, and mindfulness practices that support your journey toward self-improvement and help you implement the skills you acquire.


Popular Self Development Courses and Certifications


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    Case Western Reserve University

    Designing Your Personal Weight Loss Plan

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Meal Planning And Preparation, Nutrition Education, Goal Setting, Self-Discipline, Health And Wellness Coaching, Stress Management, Overcoming Obstacles, Smart Goals, Behavior Management, Exercise Science, Self-Awareness, Mindfulness

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    578 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Cómo hablar bien en público

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Non-Verbal Communication, Drive Engagement, Target Audience, Communication, Persuasive Communication, Strategic Communication, User Feedback, Customer Engagement, Assertiveness, Microsoft PowerPoint, Time Management, Adaptability

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    2.8K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    الذكاء العاطفي | Emotional Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Social Skills, Self-Awareness, Empathy, Resilience, Relationship Building

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    399 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Aprendendo a aprender: ferramentas mentais poderosas para ajudá-lo a dominar assuntos difíceis (em Português) [Learning How to Learn]

    Skills you'll gain: Productivity, Lifelong Learning, Learning Strategies, Time Management, Willingness To Learn, Mental Concentration, Problem Solving, Overcoming Obstacles, Creative Thinking, Persistence, Cognitive flexibility, Stress Management, Planning

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Applying to U.S. Universities

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Research, Higher Education, Interviewing Skills, Planning, Student Services, Detail Oriented, Cultural Diversity, Decision Making

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    521 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fudan University

    微电影创作:从观念、思维到制作

    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Storyboarding, Video Production, Storytelling, Videography, Cinematography, Photography, Post-Production, Editing, Peer Review, Writing, Personal Development, Content Creation, Writing and Editing, Creative Thinking, Aesthetics, Creativity, Self-Awareness, Scripting

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    114 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    LearnKartS

    ChatGPT for Work & Career Productivity

    Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Market Research, Presentations, Business Correspondence, Risk Analysis, Business Writing, Productivity, Prioritization, Taking Meeting Minutes, Technical Writing, Content Creation, Administrative Support, Time Management, Organizational Skills, Technical Documentation, Excel Formulas

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Intuit

    Intuit Academy Bookkeeping

    Skills you'll gain: Reconciliation, Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Inventory Accounting, Payroll, Bookkeeping, QuickBooks (Accounting Software), Payroll Administration, Inventory Control, Payroll Processing, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Financial Reporting, Depreciation, Fixed Asset, Payroll Tax, Property Accounting, Accounting Software, Financial Accounting, Financial Analysis

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    AI CERTs

    AI for Video Production

    Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Video Production, Media Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Video Editing, Videography, Image Analysis, Storytelling, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Real Time Data, AI Workflows, Image Quality, Editing, Deep Learning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Collaborate Effectively for Professional Success

    Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Virtual Teams, Collaborative Software, Teamwork, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Professional Development, Meeting Facilitation, Team Management, Communication, Critical Thinking

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidade de São Paulo

    Boas Práticas Científicas

    Skills you'll gain: General Science and Research, Science and Research, Clinical Research Ethics, Data Ethics, Experimentation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The State University of New York

    How to Write a Resume (Project-Centered Course)

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Concision, Organizational Skills, Personal Development, Keyword Research, Peer Review, Action Oriented, Talent Recruitment, Detail Oriented

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular self development courses

  • Designing Your Personal Weight Loss Plan: Case Western Reserve University
  • Cómo hablar bien en público: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • الذكاء العاطفي | Emotional Intelligence: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Aprendendo a aprender: ferramentas mentais poderosas para ajudá-lo a dominar assuntos difíceis (em Português) [Learning How to Learn]: Deep Teaching Solutions
  • Applying to U.S. Universities: University of Pennsylvania
  • 微电影创作:从观念、思维到制作: Fudan University
  • ChatGPT for Work & Career Productivity: LearnKartS
  • Intuit Academy Bookkeeping: Intuit
  • AI for Video Production: AI CERTs
  • Collaborate Effectively for Professional Success: IBM

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