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Speech courses can help you learn effective public speaking, persuasive communication, and vocal techniques. You can build skills in crafting compelling narratives, managing anxiety, and engaging diverse audiences. Many courses introduce tools like speech analysis software and presentation platforms, which enhance your ability to deliver impactful messages and refine your speaking style.

Popular Speech Courses and Certifications


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    University of California, Irvine

    Presentations: Speaking so that People Listen

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Expression, Presentations, Public Speaking, Lecturing, Non-Verbal Communication, Peer Review, Constructive Feedback, Communication Strategies, Organizational Skills, Planning

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    University of London

    Discover Acting

    Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Oral Expression, Self-Awareness, Writing, Storytelling, Creativity

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

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    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Speak Freely, Think Critically: The Free Speech Balance Act

    Skills you'll gain: Mediation, Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Cognitive flexibility, Public Affairs, Advocacy, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, AI literacy, Responsible AI, Media and Communications, Critical Thinking, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Innovation, digital literacy, Psychology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Koç University

    Etkili KonuÅŸmada Retorik (Rhetoric in Effective Speaking)

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Communication, Cognitive flexibility, Persuasive Communication, Communication Strategies, Liberal Arts, Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Communicating with the Public

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Media and Communications, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Interviewing Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Content Creation, Driving engagement, Writing, Rapport Building, Liberal Arts

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Lesson | Small Talk & Conversational Vocabulary

    Skills you'll gain: Vocabulary, Verbal Communication Skills, English Language, Professional Development, Professionalism, Interpersonal Communications, Communication

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of London

    Authentic Communication With Confidence And Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Storytelling, Persuasive Communication, Empathy, Rapport Building, Drive Engagement, Emotional Intelligence, Communication Strategies, Personal Attributes, Public Speaking, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Communication, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Verbal Communication Skills, Target Audience, Non-Verbal Communication, Self-Awareness, Executive Presence, Active Listening

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

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    Arizona State University

    Learn English Now: Basic Communication

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Social Justice, Oral Expression, Environmental Issue, Oral Comprehension, Language Competency, Language Learning, Storytelling, Vocabulary, Culture, Writing, Grammar, Public History, Cultural Diversity

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Madecraft

    Professional Public Speaking

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Presentations, Driving engagement, Active Listening, Oral Expression, Interpersonal Communications, Concision, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Growth Mindedness, Persuasive Communication, Storytelling, Non-Verbal Communication, Business Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Stakeholder Engagement, Leadership, Professional Development, Executive Presence, Target Audience

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Madecraft

    How to Become a Great Public Speaker

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Driving engagement, Growth Mindedness, Oral Expression, Concision, Verbal Communication Skills, Constructive Feedback, Communication, Storytelling, Empathy, Communication Strategies, Lifelong Learning, Stress Management, Content Creation, Habit Formation, Needs Assessment

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Madecraft

    Crafting Presentations that Increase Your Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Driving engagement, Oral Expression, Concision, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Editing, Communication, Target Audience, Time Management, Strategic Communication, Storytelling

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Madecraft

    Impactful Business Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Non-Verbal Communication, Copywriting, Emotional Intelligence, Newsletters, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Virtual Teams, Business Writing, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Stakeholder Communications, Business Communication, Influencing, Public Speaking, Executive Presence, Professional Development, Active Listening, Presentations, Team Collaboration

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular speech courses

  • Presentations: Speaking so that People Listen: University of California, Irvine
  • Discover Acting: University of London
  • Speak Freely, Think Critically: The Free Speech Balance Act: Deep Teaching Solutions
  • Etkili KonuÅŸmada Retorik (Rhetoric in Effective Speaking): Koç University
  • Communicating with the Public: University of California San Diego
  • Lesson | Small Talk & Conversational Vocabulary: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Authentic Communication With Confidence And Impact: University of London
  • Learn English Now: Basic Communication: Arizona State University
  • Professional Public Speaking: Madecraft
  • How to Become a Great Public Speaker: Madecraft

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