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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


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    High Tech High Graduate School of Education

    Learning Mindsets & Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Growth Mindedness, Learning Theory, Human Learning, Student Engagement, Experimentation, Learning Strategies, Discussion Facilitation, Media and Communications

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    58 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    Cross-Cultural Communication and Management

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Team Management, Team Building, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Responsiveness, Team Collaboration, Interpersonal Communications, Culture, Conflict Management, Communication Strategies, Diversity Awareness, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication, Constructive Feedback

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    54 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Improve Communication Processes Using Gmail

    Skills you'll gain: Gmail, Email Automation, Google Workspace, Prioritization, Productivity Software, Workflow Management, Organizational Skills, Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    27 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Minnesota

    Identifying Transferable Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Project Management, Intercultural Competence, Professional Development, Leadership, Leadership Development, Cultural Diversity, Collaboration, Communication Strategies, Cultural Sensitivity, Self-Awareness, Diversity Awareness, Planning, Personal Development, Goal Setting

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Effective Meeting Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Productivity, Team Building, Collaboration, Organizational Effectiveness, Discussion Facilitation, Team Motivation, Office Procedures, Conflict Management, Communication Planning, Goal Setting

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Integrated and Strategic Communication Campaigns

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Communication, Communication Planning, Target Audience, Campaign Planning, Corporate Communications, Stakeholder Communications, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Advertising Campaigns, Media Strategy, Brand Strategy, Communication Strategies, Integrated Marketing Communications, Target Market, Media Planning, Promotional Strategies, Branding, Earned Media, Brand Management, Business Strategy

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    48 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Crisis Management and Crisis Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Consulting, Business Consulting, Leadership Studies, Management Consulting, Strategic Communication, Communication Planning, Corporate Communications, Leadership, Risk Management, Leadership and Management, Consultative Approaches, Business Leadership, Contingency Planning, Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Mitigation, Communication Strategies, Case Studies, Critical Thinking

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    36 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Software Project Management Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development Methodologies, Scheduling, Stakeholder Engagement, Scope Management, Team Management, Project Schedules, Systems Development Life Cycle, Stakeholder Management, Agile Software Development, Team Performance Management, Project Scoping, Project Management, Project Risk Management, Change Control, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Risk Management, Timelines, Project Coordination, Agile Project Management

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    MedCerts

    The Human Body's Communication Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Endocrinology, Neurology, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Pathology, Medical Practices and Procedures, Medical Records, Sensory Systems Analysis, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Anatomy, General Medicine, Physiology

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    22 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Respectful Communication: Improve Patient Outcomes

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Active Listening, Dignity in Care, Empathy, Verbal Communication Skills, Self-Awareness

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Business Execution: Ops, Team Management & Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Purchasing, Workflow Management, Business Workflow Analysis, Supplier Relationship Management, Internal Communications, Systems Thinking, Process Mapping, Operational Efficiency, Contract Management, Supplier Management, Proposal Writing, Negotiation, Leadership Studies, Team Leadership, AI Enablement, Leadership, Operations Management, Communication, Business, Team Management

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    303 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Cybersecurity Incident Response and Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Detection, Vulnerability Assessments, Technical Communication, Cyber Security Policies, Vulnerability Management, Threat Management, Security Controls, Communication Strategies, Root Cause Analysis

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular communication skills courses

  • Learning Mindsets & Skills: High Tech High Graduate School of Education
  • Cross-Cultural Communication and Management: University of California, Davis
  • Improve Communication Processes Using Gmail: Coursera
  • Identifying Transferable Skills: University of Minnesota
  • Effective Meeting Skills: Packt
  • Integrated and Strategic Communication Campaigns: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Crisis Management and Crisis Communication: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Software Project Management Skills: EDUCBA
  • The Human Body's Communication Systems: MedCerts
  • Respectful Communication: Improve Patient Outcomes: Coursera

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