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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


  • D

    Dartmouth College

    Decision-Making: Blending Art & Science

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Behavioral Economics, Problem Solving, Leadership Development, Analysis, Goal Setting, Strategic Leadership, Business Strategy, Overcoming Obstacles, Mitigation

    4.8 stars, 210 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Compassionate Leadership Through Service Learning with Jane Goodall and Roots & Shoots

    Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Compassion, Community Development, Community Outreach, Social Impact, Needs Assessment, Program Evaluation, Empathy, Education and Training, Data Mapping, Initiative and Leadership, Empowerment, Curriculum Planning, Working With Children, Collaboration, Planning, Driving engagement, Environmental Issue

    4.8 stars, 164 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Autonomous Vehicle Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Control Systems, Apache Hadoop, Apache Hive, Big Data, Machine Controls, Simulation and Simulation Software, Model Based Systems Engineering, Database Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Data Architecture, Data Infrastructure, Mechanical Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computer Vision, Systems Architecture, Simulations, Global Positioning Systems, Business Intelligence, Robotics

    4.3 stars, 91 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (91) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Healthcare Leadership Principles

    Skills you'll gain: Executive Presence, Healthcare Ethics, Health Policy, Health Care Administration, Leadership, Communication Strategies, Team Leadership, Advocacy, Communication, Leadership and Management, Change Management, Health Care, Organizational Change, Professional Development, Organizational Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership Development, Health Administration, Influencing, Interpersonal Communications

    4.7 stars, 25 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    How to Series on Personal Development Topics

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Empowerment, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Accountability, Personal Integrity, Lifelong Learning, Willingness To Learn, Assertiveness

    4.8 stars, 24 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Codio

    C++ Object Basics: Functions, Recursion, and Objects

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Code Reusability, Software Documentation, Computer Science, Maintainability

    4.7 stars, 168 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (168) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Constructores de Paz

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Self-Awareness, Interpersonal Communications, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Student-Centred Learning, Compassion, Honesty, Journals, Mindfulness

    4.8 stars, 234 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Codio

    Object-Oriented C++: Inheritance and Encapsulation

    Skills you'll gain: C and C++, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C++ (Programming Language), Data Validation, Data Integrity, Computer Programming, Computer Science

    4.8 stars, 235 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Imperial College London

    Health Coaching Conversations

    Skills you'll gain: Health And Wellness Coaching, Patient Communication, Motivational Interviewing, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Health Promotion, Coaching, Goal Setting, Health Care, Communication, Empowerment, Planning

    4.7 stars, 118 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Building Smart Business Assistants with IBM Watson

    Skills you'll gain: IBM Cloud, Model Deployment, AI Enablement, Generative AI Agents, Self Service Technologies, Application Deployment, Customer Inquiries, Customer Engagement, Cloud Computing, Customer Service, Natural Language Processing

    4.6 stars, 472 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.6 (472) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Operations and Patient Safety for Healthcare IT Staff

    Skills you'll gain: Telehealth, Patient Safety, Health Technology, Medical Equipment and Technology, Help Desk Support, Medical Support, Technical Support, Health Informatics, Information Technology Operations, Health Care, Issue Tracking, Change Control, Medical Devices, Network Troubleshooting, Change Requests, Disaster Recovery, Technical Documentation, General Networking

    4.8 stars, 207 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (207) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • W

    Wesleyan University

    Writing in First Person Point of View

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing, Self-Awareness, English Language

    4.7 stars, 121 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (121) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Decision-Making: Blending Art & Science: Dartmouth College
  • Compassionate Leadership Through Service Learning with Jane Goodall and Roots & Shoots: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Autonomous Vehicle Engineering: Università di Napoli Federico II
  • Healthcare Leadership Principles: University of Michigan
  • How to Series on Personal Development Topics: Coursera
  • C++ Object Basics: Functions, Recursion, and Objects: Codio
  • Constructores de Paz: Universidad de los Andes
  • Object-Oriented C++: Inheritance and Encapsulation: Codio
  • Health Coaching Conversations: Imperial College London
  • Building Smart Business Assistants with IBM Watson: Coursera

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