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    Find the Best Soft Skills Course for Your Goals

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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      NASM Personal Fitness Trainer Exam Preparation

      Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Kinesiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Automated External Defibrillator, Rehabilitation, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Physical Therapy, Orthopedics, Self-Motivation, Injury Prevention, Motivational Skills, Anatomy, Goal Setting, Respiration, Stress Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Starweaver

      Effective Corporate Communication: Principles & Evolution

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Communications, Internal Communications, Strategic Communication, Media Relations, Business Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Intercultural Competence, Public Relations, Corporate Strategy, Cultural Diversity, Communication Strategies, Business Ethics, Crisis Management, Digital Communications, Drive Engagement, Employee Engagement, Branding

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      Splunk Administration and Advanced Topics

      Skills you'll gain: Splunk, Data Modeling, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), System Monitoring, Incident Response, User Accounts, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Machine Learning, Event Monitoring, Performance Tuning, Data Visualization, Threat Detection, Identity and Access Management, Anomaly Detection, Correlation Analysis, Data Analysis, Authentications, Data Collection, Configuration Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      45 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Data calculations in Microsoft Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft 365, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      L&T EduTech

      Piling Construction and practices

      Skills you'll gain: Construction, Construction Engineering, Product Testing, Structural Engineering, Building Codes, Construction Inspection, Construction Management, Construction Estimating, Civil Engineering, Structural Analysis, Finite Element Methods, Engineering Analysis, Safety Assurance, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Drawings, 3D Modeling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Building the Business Model for Corporate Entrepreneurs

      Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Customer Analysis, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Customer Insights, Value Propositions, New Product Development, Target Market, Business Development, Customer Relationship Management, Innovation, Product Strategy, Market Dynamics, Interviewing Skills

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      81 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Google Cloud

      Google Calendar en Español

      Skills you'll gain: Google Workspace, Calendar Management, Setting Appointments, Organizational Skills, Scheduling, Collaborative Software, Event Management, Data Sharing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      IBM

      JavaScript Full Stack Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, Full-Stack Web Development, MongoDB, Application Deployment, Cloud Applications, Node.JS, React.js, DevOps, NoSQL, Database Management, Kubernetes, JavaScript Frameworks, Front-End Web Development, Software Architecture, Application Development, Web Applications, Authorization (Computing), Back-End Web Development, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API)

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Encryption and Cryptography Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Encryption, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, Data Security, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Cybersecurity, Data Encryption Standard, Network Security, Blockchain, Authentications, Data Integrity, Algorithms

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tally Education and Distribution Services Private Limited

      Basics of Statutory Compliance and Taxation

      Skills you'll gain: Accounting and Finance Software, Tax Returns, Data Import/Export, Tax Management, Tax Compliance, Bookkeeping, Payroll Tax, Invoicing, Ledgers (Accounting), Tax Laws, Financial Data, Financial Reporting

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      Predictive Models for Toxic Chemical Releases

      Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Safety Assurance, Process Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Pollution Prevention, Environmental Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Risk Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      46 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      Johns Hopkins University

      Social Media Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Data Visualization, Graph Theory, Relational Databases, Data Visualization Software, Data Storytelling, Data Analysis, Data Literacy, Social Sciences, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning, R Programming, Analytical Skills, Data Manipulation, Facebook, Sociology, Natural Language Processing, Text Mining, Analytics, Trend Analysis

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • NASM Personal Fitness Trainer Exam Preparation: National Academy of Sports Medicine
    • Effective Corporate Communication: Principles & Evolution: Starweaver
    • Splunk Administration and Advanced Topics: EDUCBA
    • Data calculations in Microsoft Excel: Coursera Project Network
    • Piling Construction and practices: L&T EduTech
    • Building the Business Model for Corporate Entrepreneurs: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Google Calendar en Español: Google Cloud
    • JavaScript Full Stack Capstone Project: IBM
    • Encryption and Cryptography Essentials: IBM
    • Basics of Statutory Compliance and Taxation: Tally Education and Distribution Services Private Limited

    Why Learn Soft Skills?

    Soft skills—like communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and leadership—are essential for building strong professional relationships and achieving success across roles and industries. They complement technical knowledge and help you thrive in collaborative, fast-changing environments. Learning soft skills can improve how you connect, lead, and grow throughout your career.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Soft Skills

    Top courses include Professional Skills for the Workplace from the University of California, Davis, People and Soft Skills for Professional and Personal Success from IBM, and Emotional Intelligence: Cultivating Immensely Human Interactions from the University of Michigan. These courses cover communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and leadership essentials.‎

    Yes. Many soft skills courses offer a free audit option, which allows learners to access video lessons and reading materials at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how to communicate clearly, work well with others, resolve conflicts, and build relationships. Courses often include practical techniques for presenting ideas, active listening, emotional intelligence, and working effectively in diverse teams.‎

    Not at all. Soft skills courses on Coursera are designed for everyone, whether you’re starting your career, moving into a leadership role, or seeking to build better connections in your current work or studies.‎

    Yes. Soft skills are essential for career growth and workplace success in every field. Coursera courses can help you develop these in-demand abilities, boost your confidence, and earn certificates that demonstrate your commitment to professional growth.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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