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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


  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Diseño instruccional para el aprendizaje activo

    Skills you'll gain: Instructional Strategies, Instructional Design, Course Development, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Interactive Learning, Education and Training, Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Training Programs, Student Engagement, Student-Centred Learning, Educational Materials, Pedagogy, Innovation, Program Evaluation, Open Mindset, digital literacy, Learning Strategies, Investigation, Collaboration

    4.7 stars, 945 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (945) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The University of Chicago

    Internet Giants: The Law and Economics of Media Platforms

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Electronic Media, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Media and Communications, Personally Identifiable Information, Digital Assets, Digital Content, Digital Publishing, Network Infrastructure, Telecommunications, Legal Strategy, Legal Risk, Market Dynamics, Case Law, Lawsuits, Open Source Technology, Market Share, Economics, Legal Proceedings

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

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    La formación del pensamiento crítico en la era digital

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, digital literacy, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Education and Training, Digital pedagogy, Community and Social Work, Social Sciences, Social Impact, Cultural Diversity, Teaching, Advocacy, Intercultural Competence, Media and Communications, Pedagogy, Instructional Strategies

    4.8 stars, 322 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    IBM

    IBM Digital Marketing and Growth Hacking with GenAI

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), Social Media Management, Social Media, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Google Ads, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Digital Advertising, Content Scheduling, Web Analytics and SEO, Digital Media Strategy, Online Advertising, Data-Driven Marketing, Customer Retention, Search Engine Optimization, Content Performance Analysis, Generative AI

    4.7 stars, 241 reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

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

    Category: Job skills
    Job skills
    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
  • P

    Politecnico di Milano

    Smart Teaching and Learning with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Blended Learning, Pedagogy, Large Language Modeling, Teaching, Digital pedagogy, LLM Application, Instructional Design, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Student Engagement, Learning Strategies, Education Software and Technology, Interactive Learning, Lesson Planning, Educational Materials, AI Personalization, Innovation, Student-Centred Learning, Curriculum Planning, Differentiated Instruction, Artificial Intelligence

    4.9 stars, 898 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.9 (898) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • 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
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Anti-Racism I

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Social Justice, Cultural Responsiveness, Diversity Training, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Social Studies, Cultural Sensitivity, Sociology, Advocacy, Oral Expression, Discussion Facilitation

    4.6 stars, 300 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (300) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Operating Systems: Overview, Administration, and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, Cloud Computing, Linux, Linux Commands, Linux Administration, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Security, Operating Systems, Windows Servers, Microsoft Windows, File Systems, Systems Administration, Mac OS, Command-Line Interface, Virtual Machines, Firewall, Virtualization, Knowledge of Apple Software, File Management, User Accounts

    4.6 stars, 5.7K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (5.7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Sciences Po

    Migrations internationales : un enjeu mondial

    Skills you'll gain: Immigration Law, World History, International Relations, Environmental Issue, European History, Social Sciences, Governance, Demography, Sociology, Diplomacy, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Public Policies, Economic Development

    4.6 stars, 135 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Cybersecurity For Dummies

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Human Factors (Security), Incident Response, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Management, Authentications, Vulnerability Assessments, Governance, Disaster Recovery, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Awareness, Threat Management, Threat Detection, Enterprise Security, Security Controls, Network Security, Risk Management

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Diseño instruccional para el aprendizaje activo: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Internet Giants: The Law and Economics of Media Platforms: The University of Chicago
  • La formación del pensamiento crítico en la era digital: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • IBM Digital Marketing and Growth Hacking with GenAI: IBM
  • IBM IT Project Manager: IBM
  • Smart Teaching and Learning with AI: Politecnico di Milano
  • Introduction to Early Childhood: The State University of New York
  • Generative AI for Digital Marketing: IBM
  • Anti-Racism I: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Operating Systems: Overview, Administration, and Security: IBM

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