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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


  • P

    Pearson

    Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® Exam: Unit 2

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Project Management, Project Management, Technical Management, Project Management Office (PMO), Program Management, Project Portfolio Management, Matrix Management, Project Controls, Leadership, Motivational Skills, Agile Methodology, Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Management, Business Acumen, Organizational Structure, Business Operations, Portfolio Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Decision Making

    4.9 stars, 12 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    'Their' World and How You Define It

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Awareness, Empathy, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Sensitivity, Workplace inclusivity, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Empowerment, Social Impact, Self-Awareness, Innovation, Productivity, Autism Spectrum Disorders

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    Modern Leadership With Emotional Intelligence Specialization - 2026

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Team Motivation, Active Listening, Leadership, Empathy, Strategic Decision-Making, Leadership Development, Decisiveness, Non-Verbal Communication, Drive Engagement, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership, Intercultural Competence, Leadership Studies, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Team Leadership, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Emotional Intelligence

    4.2 stars, 9 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.2 (9) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EC-Council

    In the Trenches: Security Operations Center

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Threat Hunting, Vulnerability Management, Event Monitoring, Threat Detection, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Security Controls, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Management, Exploitation techniques, Network Monitoring, Anomaly Detection

    4.7 stars, 60 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Natural Language Processing and Capstone Assignment

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Natural Language Processing, Predictive Analytics, Social Media, Text Mining, Advanced Analytics, Cloud Computing, Analytics, Business Analytics, Data Science, Customer Analysis, Data Analysis, Geospatial Information and Technology, Machine Learning Methods, Business Intelligence, Unsupervised Learning, Internet Of Things, Deep Learning

    4.4 stars, 50 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (50) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The Museum of Modern Art

    Fashion as Design: Expression and Community

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Diversity Marketing, Community Development, Intercultural Competence, Brand Marketing, Non-Verbal Communication, Art History, Drive Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion, Aesthetics, Market Trend, Creativity, Trend Analysis, Photography, Personal Development, Critical Thinking

    4.8 stars, 13 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California San Diego

    A New Communication Framework for Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Compassion, Patient-centered Care, Patient Advocacy, Empathy, Dignity in Care, Interpersonal Communications, Active Listening, Communication Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness

    5 stars, 6 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (6) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Marketing Specialist

    Skills you'll gain: A/B Testing, Content Performance Analysis, Content Scheduling, Marketing Analytics, Business Intelligence, Performance marketing, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Campaign Management, Brand Marketing, Social Media Management, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Digital Marketing, Marketing Automation, Content Optimization, Email Marketing, Value Propositions, Data-Driven Marketing, Web Analytics, Brand Management, Content Strategy

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to Chip Design with Open-Source EDA Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Hardware Design, Electronics Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Electronic Hardware, Electronics, Design, Computer-Aided Design, Functional Design, Verification And Validation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Design Software, Open Source Technology

    4.9 stars, 7 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • E

    Exploratorium

    Tinkering Fundamentals: Circuits

    Skills you'll gain: Developing Training Materials, Course Development, Creativity, Design Strategies, Basic Electrical Systems, Experimentation, Design, Computational Thinking, Creative Design, Aesthetics

    4.7 stars, 48 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Individual Development Plan (IDP)

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Strategic Planning, Planning, Personal Development, Strategic Thinking, Timelines, Professional Development, Adaptability, Plan Execution, Professional Networking, Accountability, Self-Awareness, Constructive Feedback, Time Management, Mentorship, Resource Utilization, Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Skillshare

    Freelance Editing: Launch & Build Your Video Editing Career

    Skills you'll gain: Editing, Video Editing, Client Services, Relationship Management, Self-Motivation, Post-Production, Price Negotiation, Customer Relationship Building, Video Production, Entrepreneurship, Videography, Goal Setting, Personal Development, Cost Estimation, Business Systems, Professional Networking, Planning

    4.2 stars, 6 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.2 (6) · 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

  • Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® Exam: Unit 2: Pearson
  • 'Their' World and How You Define It: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Modern Leadership With Emotional Intelligence Specialization - 2026: Alex Genadinik
  • In the Trenches: Security Operations Center: EC-Council
  • Natural Language Processing and Capstone Assignment: University of California, Irvine
  • Fashion as Design: Expression and Community: The Museum of Modern Art
  • A New Communication Framework for Healthcare: University of California San Diego
  • Marketing Specialist: Coursera
  • Introduction to Chip Design with Open-Source EDA Tools: Coursera
  • Tinkering Fundamentals: Circuits: Exploratorium

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