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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


  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Storying the Self: How Stories Shape our Identities

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Creativity, Self-Awareness, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Personal Development, Multimedia, Social Sciences, Media and Communications, Communication, Leadership

    ★ 3.7 (6) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    How Self-Motivation Shapes Personal Success

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Goal Setting, Persistence, Self-Motivation, Personal Development, Creativity, Creative Thinking, Smart Goals, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Empathy, Resilience, Empowerment, Curiosity, Innovation, Overcoming Obstacles, Courage, Mindfulness

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Life 101: Mental and Physical Self-Care

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Mindfulness, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Personal Care, Nutrition Education, Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Nutrition and Diet, Habit Formation, Preventative Care, Exercise Science, Self-Motivation, Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Environment and Resource Management, Health Education, Public Health and Disease Prevention

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

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • G

    Google

    Support Individual Growth and Development

    Skills you'll gain: Management Training And Development, Team Performance Management, Performance Management, Team Management, Performance Appraisal, Discussion Facilitation, Empowerment, Self-Awareness

    ★ 4.9 (47) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • A

    Ashoka University

    Personality in Action: Science to Shape Your Life

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Learning Strategies, Self-Awareness, Psychology, Adaptability, Emotional Intelligence, Cognitive flexibility, Interpersonal Communications, Leadership Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • T

    The State University of New York

    Career Self-Management Advanced Certification

    Skills you'll gain: Communication Planning, Strategic Communication, Peer Review, Professional Development, Communication Strategies, Web Presence, Digital Brand Strategy, Collaboration, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Brand Management, Planning, Digital Assets, Goal Setting, Branding, Promotional Strategies, Marketing Strategies, Market Opportunities, Constructive Feedback, Investigation

    ★ 4.2 (11) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    Intel

    Strengthening Real World Relevance in the Classroom

    Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Instructional Strategies, Curriculum Planning, Digital pedagogy, Technology Strategies, Social Impact

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • A

    Alfaisal University | KLD

    موضوعات متقدمة في برنامج مايكروسوفت وورد

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Grammar, Document Management, Business Writing, Document Control

    ★ 5 (22) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Oral Expression, Professional Development, Public Speaking, Relationship Building, Rapport Building, Smart Goals, Verbal Communication Skills, Interviewing Skills, Communication, General Networking, Events and Conferences, Emotional Intelligence, Communication Strategies, Stress Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • T

    The State University of New York

    Strategic Career Self-Management

    Skills you'll gain: Job Analysis, Adaptability, Professional Development, Dealing With Ambiguity, Personal Development, Lifelong Learning, Branding, Gap Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Self-Awareness, Dashboard, Portfolio Management, Goal Setting

    ★ 4.5 (304) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Overcoming Challenges in Self and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Resilience, Personal Development, Tenacity, Growth Mindedness, Overcoming Obstacles, Community Development, Persistence, Adaptability, Empowerment, Community and Social Work, Social Work, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, European History

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Leading Oneself with Purpose and Meaning

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Personal Integrity, Growth Mindedness, Initiative and Leadership, Engineering Management, Leadership Studies, Social Impact

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular Self development courses

  • Storying the Self: How Stories Shape our Identities: University of Colorado Boulder
  • How Self-Motivation Shapes Personal Success: University of Colorado System
  • Life 101: Mental and Physical Self-Care: University of California, Irvine
  • Support Individual Growth and Development: Google
  • Personality in Action: Science to Shape Your Life: Ashoka University
  • Career Self-Management Advanced Certification: The State University of New York
  • Strengthening Real World Relevance in the Classroom: Intel
  • موضوعات متقدمة في برنامج مايكروسوفت وورد : Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Networking: University of Minnesota
  • Strategic Career Self-Management: The State University of New York

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