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
Status: PreviewYale University
Skills you'll gain: Working With Children, Personal Development, Stress Management, Classroom Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Relationship Building
Status: Free TrialSkills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Penetration Testing, Network Security, Threat Management, Mobile Security, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cloud Security, Public Key Infrastructure, Vulnerability Assessments, Cryptography, Security Controls, Vulnerability Scanning, Cybersecurity, Authorization (Computing), Malware Protection, Authentications, Identity and Access Management, Cyber Attacks, Threat Detection, Data Integrity
Status: NewStatus: Free TrialSkills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Positivity, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Goal Setting, Resilience, Mindfulness, Empowerment, Persistence, Self-Motivation, Action Oriented, Courage, Visionary, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Digital Design, Overcoming Obstacles, Graphical Tools, Emotional Intelligence, Color Theory
Status: Free TrialUniversity of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Convolutional Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Control Systems, Robotics, Embedded Software, Automation, Deep Learning, Software Architecture, Simulations, Safety Assurance, Traffic Flow Optimization, Artificial Neural Networks, Global Positioning Systems, Machine Controls, Hardware Architecture, Systems Architecture, Network Routing, Estimation, Machine Learning Methods
Status: Free TrialStatus: AI skillsGoogle
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, AI Security, Gemini, AI Enablement, Google Workspace, Productivity Software, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), LLM Application, Model Evaluation, AI Workflows, Workplace inclusivity, Social Impact, Operational Efficiency, Human Factors, Critical Thinking, Analysis, Data Security, Natural Language Processing
Status: NewStatus: Free TrialSkills you'll gain: Self-Discipline, Time Management, Stress Management, Resilience, Productivity, Personal Development, Persistence, Decisiveness, Mindfulness, Goal Setting
What brings you to Coursera today?
Status: Free TrialSkills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Software Development Life Cycle, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Software Architecture, Computer Vision, LangChain, ChatGPT, Responsive Web Design, Restful API, LLM Application, Generative AI, Responsible AI, IBM Cloud, Data Import/Export, AI Workflows, Python Programming, Engineering Software, Machine Learning, Data Science
Status: Free TrialUniversity of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Storytelling, Active Listening, Empathy, Social Skills, Relationship Building, Creativity, Oral Expression, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Cognitive flexibility, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Writing and Editing, Public Speaking, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Personal Development, Social Sciences, Communication
Status: NewStatus: Free TrialAlex Genadinik
Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Strategic Decision-Making, Productivity, Self-Motivation, Time Management, Stress Management, Self-Discipline, Creativity, Mental Concentration, Growth Mindedness, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Emotional Intelligence, Strategic Prioritization, Personal Development, Ingenuity, Open Mindset, Critical Thinking, Resilience, Business Leadership
Status: Free TrialSkills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Information Systems Security, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Security Awareness, Threat Modeling, Encryption, Cryptography, Security Strategy, Authorization (Computing), Firewall, Authentications, Threat Detection, Hardening, Malware Protection, AI Enablement, Wireless Networks
Status: Free TrialUniversity of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Mediation, De-escalation Techniques, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Communication Strategies, Problem Solving, Cooperation, Leadership, Verbal Communication Skills, Strategic Communication
Status: PreviewVanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Social Justice, Legal Proceedings, Social Sciences, Policy Analysis, Disabilities, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cultural Diversity, Case Studies
In summary, here are 10 of our most popular self defense courses
- Managing Emotions in Times of Uncertainty & Stress:Â Yale University
- Cybersecurity Attack and Defense Fundamentals:Â EC-Council
- Self-Care Essentials: Embrace & Nurture the Real You:Â Skillshare
- Self-Driving Cars:Â University of Toronto
- Google AI Essentials:Â Google
- Gain Self Discipline, Willpower, Self-Control And Resilience:Â Alex Genadinik
- IBM AI Developer:Â IBM
- Storying the Self for Leadership and Creativity:Â University of Colorado Boulder
- Personal Development And Business Productivity:Â Alex Genadinik
- IT Security: Defense against the digital dark arts :Â Google
