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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


  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Analytics the Right Way

    Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Performance Measurement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Business Analytics, Performance Metric, Performance Analysis, Analytics, Business Intelligence, Decision Intelligence, Data Literacy, Strategic Decision-Making, Analytical Skills, Decision Making, Performance Reporting, Business Intelligence Software, Dashboard, Operational Analysis, Data Strategy, Performance Management, Business

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Beyond the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Addressing Sustainability and Development

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Innovation, Environmental Issue, Climate Change Programs, Sustainability Standards, Environment, Socioeconomics, Environment and Resource Management, Social Impact, Community Development, Natural Resource Management, Social Justice, Climate Change Adaptation, Economic Development, Climate Change Mitigation, Program Evaluation, Case Studies

    4.8 stars, 699 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • T

    The State University of New York

    Introduction to Early Childhood

    Skills you'll gain: Child Development, Childhood Education and Development, Working With Children, Special Education, Education and Training, Teaching, Family Support, Parent Communication, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Classroom Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Psychosocial Assessments, Behavior Management, Behavioral Management, Positive Behavior Support, Cultural Sensitivity, Creativity, Communication

    4.9 stars, 142 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (142) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Generative AI for Digital Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Digital Advertising, Email Automation, Email Marketing, ChatGPT, Content Performance Analysis, Data Ethics, Digital Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Personalized Campaigns, Marketing Automation, Content Optimization, Digital Marketing Tools, AI Personalization, AI literacy, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

    4.7 stars, 12K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (12K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Top AI program
    Top AI program
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Data Analyst Career Guide and Interview Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Interviewing Skills, Data Analysis, Presentations, Business Research, Job Analysis, Analytical Skills, Writing, Portfolio Management, Oral Expression

    4.7 stars, 810 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Leadership and Organizational Culture Evolution

    Skills you'll gain: Culture Transformation, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Development, Organizational Structure, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Change, Strategic Leadership, Culture, Business Leadership, Organizational Effectiveness, Team Leadership, Leadership Studies, Business Transformation, Leadership Development, Leadership, Succession Planning, Organizational Skills, Employee Engagement, Adaptability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    IBM IT Project Manager

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Software Development Life Cycle, Risk Management, Team Motivation, Software Architecture, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Planning, Peer Review, Agile Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Project Management Life Cycle, Risk Management Framework, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Communications, Project Management, Information Technology, Interviewing Skills, Agile Project Management, Leadership, Communication

    4.7 stars, 11K reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (11K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Bestseller
    Bestseller
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universiteit Leiden

    EU policy and implementation: making Europe work!

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Policy Development, Political Sciences, Environmental Policy, Lobbying, Program Evaluation, Governance, Immigration Law, Environmental Laws, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Environmental Regulations, Experimentation, Data Collection

    4.4 stars, 201 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Amsterdam

    Media ethics & governance

    Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Media and Communications, Research, Decision Making, Governance, Journalism, Data Ethics, Advertising

    4.8 stars, 600 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Commonwealth Education Trust

    Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Introduction to Student Assessment

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Pedagogy, Teaching, Education and Training, Curriculum Planning, Student-Centred Learning, Student Engagement, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Quality Assessment, Peer Review, Performance Reporting, Reliability, Cultural Diversity, Report Writing, Descriptive Statistics

    4.8 stars, 1.1K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.1K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad Austral

    Educación Básica en Contextos Rurales

    Skills you'll gain: Educational Materials, Diversity Awareness, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Community Organizing, Parent Communication, Strategic Planning, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Leadership, Team Collaboration, Family Support, Collaboration, Teamwork, Relationship Building, Problem Solving, Prioritization, Cultural Sensitivity, Socioeconomics, Communication

    4.8 stars, 617 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (617) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Innovative Teaching with ChatGPT

    Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Creative Problem-Solving, AI Personalization, Innovation, Brainstorming, Game Design, Education Software and Technology, AI powered creativity, Student Engagement, Problem Solving, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI

    4.8 stars, 691 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular social skills courses

  • Analytics the Right Way: John Wiley & Sons
  • Beyond the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Addressing Sustainability and Development: University of Michigan
  • Introduction to Early Childhood: The State University of New York
  • Generative AI for Digital Marketing: IBM
  • Data Analyst Career Guide and Interview Preparation: IBM
  • Leadership and Organizational Culture Evolution: John Wiley & Sons
  • IBM IT Project Manager: IBM
  • EU policy and implementation: making Europe work!: Universiteit Leiden
  • Media ethics & governance: University of Amsterdam
  • Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Introduction to Student Assessment: Commonwealth Education Trust

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