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Public Speaking Courses

Public speaking courses can help you learn effective communication techniques, audience engagement strategies, and the art of persuasive storytelling. You can build skills in managing anxiety, using body language effectively, and crafting impactful presentations. Many courses introduce tools like presentation software, speech analysis apps, and video recording techniques to enhance your delivery and receive constructive feedback.


Popular Public Speaking Courses and Certifications


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    Imperial College London

    Foundations of Public Health Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Health Promotion, Microbiology, Health Assessment, Health Education, Sanitation, Infection Control, Program Evaluation, Healthcare Ethics, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Health Policy, Preventative Care, Environment Health And Safety, Behavioral Economics, Social Determinants Of Health, Behavioral Health

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    University of Washington

    Speaking to inform: Discussing complex ideas with clear explanations and dynamic slides

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Public Speaking, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Peer Review, Communication, Constructive Feedback, Communication Strategies, Concision, Trustworthiness, Writing, Goal Setting, Organizational Skills

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    470 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Systems Thinking In Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Health Systems, Health Policy, Public Health, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Simulations, Systems Analysis, Data Analysis Software

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Theories of Public Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Policy Development, Public Affairs, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Advocacy, Environmental Policy, Behavioral Economics, Public Administration, Media and Communications, Program Evaluation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Governance, Economics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Crafting Business Presentations, Proposals, Crisis Comms

    Skills you'll gain: Proposal Writing, Business Communication, Proposal Development, Communication, Writing, Crisis Management, Persuasive Communication, Corporate Communications, Presentations, Communication Strategies, Public Speaking

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Teach English Now! Second Language Listening, Speaking, and Pronunciation

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Teaching, English Language, Language Competency, Language Learning

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Speaking Skills for University Success

    Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Communication, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Planning, Collaboration, Conflict Management, Constructive Feedback, Leadership, Organizational Skills

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    139 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    IELTS Listening and Speaking Sections Skills Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Language Competency, English Language

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    635 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Principles of Public Relations

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Communication, Public Relations, Communication Planning, Marketing and Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Corporate Sustainability, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Media Relations, Business Ethics, Branding, Research, Stakeholder Engagement

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    التحدث والتواصل بثقة | Communicating With Confidence

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Active Listening, Communication Strategies, Non-Verbal Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Driving engagement, Stress Management

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    243 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Presentaciones de Alto Impacto con IA

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Visual Design, Storytelling, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Personal Attributes, Technical Documentation, Layout Design, Graphical Tools, Design Software, Scripting, Prompt Engineering Tools, Design Elements And Principles

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Koç University

    Etkili Konuşma (Effective Speaking)

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Language Competency, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    439 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular public speaking courses

  • Foundations of Public Health Practice: Imperial College London
  • Speaking to inform: Discussing complex ideas with clear explanations and dynamic slides: University of Washington
  • Systems Thinking In Public Health: Johns Hopkins University
  • Theories of Public Policy: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Crafting Business Presentations, Proposals, Crisis Comms: Coursera
  • Teach English Now! Second Language Listening, Speaking, and Pronunciation: Arizona State University
  • Speaking Skills for University Success: University of California, Irvine
  • IELTS Listening and Speaking Sections Skills Mastery: University of California, Irvine
  • Principles of Public Relations: University of Colorado Boulder
  • التحدث والتواصل بثقة | Communicating With Confidence: Alfaisal University | KLD

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