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Communication Skills Courses

Communication skills courses can help you learn effective verbal and nonverbal communication, active listening, persuasive speaking, and conflict resolution techniques. You can build skills in crafting clear messages, adapting your communication style to different audiences, and using feedback constructively. Many courses introduce tools like presentation software, video conferencing platforms, and collaboration apps, which enhance your ability to convey ideas and engage with others in various settings.

Popular Communication Skills Courses and Certifications


  • G

    Google

    Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design

    Skills you'll gain: User Experience, UI/UX Research, User Experience Design, User Research, Design Thinking, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Design Research, Usability, User Centered Design, Design, Human Centered Design, Prototyping, Usability Testing, Sprint Retrospectives, Wireframing, Ideation, Sprint Planning

    4.8 stars, 76K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (76K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Generative AI for IT Systems Analysts and Architects

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Process Modeling, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Prompt Engineering Tools, AI literacy, Multimodal Prompts, Business Workflow Analysis, Systems Analysis, AI powered creativity, Systems Architecture, Solution Architecture, Responsible AI, Software Architecture, Machine Learning, Systems Thinking, Project Documentation, Stakeholder Communications, Technical Consulting

    4.7 stars, 12K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (12K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Tech Support Career Guide and Interview Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Interviewing Skills, Technical Support, Technical Support and Services, Professional Development, Relationship Building, Help Desk Support, Professionalism, Verbal Communication Skills, Follow Through, Communication

    4.9 stars, 146 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (146) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Toronto

    The Arts and Science of Relationships: Understanding Human Needs

    Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Social Skills, Personal Development, Active Listening, Rapport Building, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Empathy, Communication Strategies, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Overcoming Obstacles, Needs Assessment, Assertiveness, Psychology

    4.5 stars, 1.8K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (1.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Psychological First Aid

    Skills you'll gain: Triage, Crisis Intervention, Active Listening, Stress First Aid, Rapport Building, De-escalation Techniques, Psychosocial Assessments, Emergency Response, Trauma Care, Emergency Services, First Aid, Patient Assistance, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychiatric Assessments, Patient Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Personal Care, Mitigation, Mental Health

    4.8 stars, 20K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (20K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • G

    Google

    Google Data Analytics Capstone: Complete a Case Study

    Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Data Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Data Processing, Spreadsheet Software, Case Studies, Analytics, Analytical Skills, Interviewing Skills, AI Enablement, Data Visualization Software, Artificial Intelligence, Portfolio Management, Data Presentation, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization, Presentations

    4.8 stars, 20K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (20K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft 365 Essentials: Create, Collaborate, and Deliver

    Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Multimedia, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Teams, Spreadsheet Software, Presentations, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Office, Email Automation, Content Creation, Productivity Software, Collaborative Software, Generative AI, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Business Communication

    4.7 stars, 6.4K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (6.4K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Alberta

    Indigenous Canada

    Skills you'll gain: Natural Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Sustainable Development, Cultural Sensitivity, Community Development, Civil Law, European History, Political Sciences, Legal Research

    4.8 stars, 24K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (24K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Bestseller
    Bestseller
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI Cybersecurity & Privacy for Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Security, ChatGPT, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI Agents, Crisis Management, Generative AI, LLM Application, Incident Response, Responsible AI, AI literacy, OpenAI, OpenAI API, Expense Management, AI Personalization, AI Enablement, AI Integrations, Cyber Governance, Cybersecurity

    4.8 stars, 8.8K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (8.8K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Chegg Skills

    Practical AI Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Data Ethics, ChatGPT, Productivity, AI literacy, Business Writing, Writing, Writing and Editing, Artificial Intelligence, Calendar Management, Prioritization, AI Workflows, Organizational Skills, Generative AI, Business Process Automation, Time Management, Critical Thinking, Communication, Problem Solving, Digital Communications

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI and ChatGPT for K-12 Educators

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, AI powered creativity, Multimodal Prompts, LLM Application, AI literacy, Anthropic Claude, Creative Problem-Solving, AI Enablement, Generative AI, AI Personalization, Creative Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Innovation, Brainstorming, Large Language Modeling, Game Design, Ideation, Creativity

    4.8 stars, 8.9K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (8.9K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Get Started with Cloud Native, DevOps, Agile, and NoSQL

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud-Native Computing, NoSQL, MongoDB, Agile Methodology, Cloud Development, Agile Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Cloud Applications, Software Development, DevOps, Test Driven Development (TDD), Agile Project Management, Software Development Methodologies, CI/CD, Behavior-Driven Development, Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery, Application Development, Cloud Deployment, Continuous Deployment

    4.5 stars, 58 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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

  • Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design: Google
  • Generative AI for IT Systems Analysts and Architects: IBM
  • Tech Support Career Guide and Interview Preparation: IBM
  • The Arts and Science of Relationships: Understanding Human Needs: University of Toronto
  • Psychological First Aid: Johns Hopkins University
  • Google Data Analytics Capstone: Complete a Case Study: Google
  • Microsoft 365 Essentials: Create, Collaborate, and Deliver: Microsoft
  • Indigenous Canada: University of Alberta
  • Generative AI Cybersecurity & Privacy for Leaders: Vanderbilt University
  • Practical AI Foundations: Chegg Skills

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