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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.


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    University of California, Davis

    Research Report: Delivering Insights

    Skills you'll gain: Data Synthesis, Data Storytelling, Presentations, Marketing, Data Visualization Software, Market Research, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft PowerPoint, Advertising, Customer Insights, Data Analysis, Verbal Communication Skills, Target Audience, Strategic Marketing, Market Analysis, Digital Marketing

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    Rice University

    English and Academic Preparation - Grad Track

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Active Listening, Literacy, Analytical Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, English Language, Learning Strategies, Peer Review, Grammar, Organizational Skills, Communication

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    28DIGITAL

    Privacy in Europe

    Skills you'll gain: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Case Law, Personally Identifiable Information, Information Privacy, IT Security Architecture, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, European History, Data Governance, Legal Research, Data Security

    4.4
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Columbia University

    HI-FIVE: Health Informatics For Innovation, Value & Enrichment (Clinical Perspective)

    Skills you'll gain: Care Coordination, Value-Based Care, Health Informatics, Interoperability, Health Technology, Healthcare Ethics, Patient Education and Support, Patient-centered Care, Health Care, Health Information Management, Primary Care, Electronic Medical Record, Telehealth, Health Policy, Communication

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    Magna Carta and its Legacies: Freedom and protest

    Skills you'll gain: Public History, World History, European History, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, International Relations, Social Justice, Legal Research

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Translational Science

    Skills you'll gain: Institutional Review Board (IRB), Clinical Trials, Health Policy, Health Disparities, Clinical Research, Clinical Research Ethics, Health Equity, Healthcare Ethics, Public Health, Epidemiology, Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Pre-Clinical Development, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Health Care, Medical Science and Research, Policy Development, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Community Health, Drug Development, Research

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Química, guerra y ética

    Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, International Relations, Environmental Regulations, Biochemistry, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Risk Control, Public Safety and National Security, Personal protective equipment, World History

    4.9
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    The University of Sydney

    Cultural Competence - Aboriginal Sydney

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Cultural Sensitivity, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Social Studies, Community Development, Public History, Anthropology, Land Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    292 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Training and Learning Programs for Volunteer Community Health Workers

    Skills you'll gain: Training Programs, Education and Training, Smart Goals, Community Health, Train The Trainer, Patient Education And Counseling, Educational Materials, Health Education, Adult Education, Needs Assessment, Planning, Supervision

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Illinois Tech

    Digital Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Pay Per Click Advertising, Digital Marketing, Web Analytics, Email Marketing, Paid media, Digital Advertising, Google Ads, Social Media Campaigns, Marketing Strategies, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Google Analytics, Web Analytics and SEO, Web Design and Development, Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media, Campaign Management, Search Engine Marketing

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    28DIGITAL

    Becoming a Cybersecurity Consultant

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Computer Security, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Security Policies, Threat Management, Cyber Risk, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Assessment, Network Security, Application Security, Risk Management, Data Security, Information Privacy, Vulnerability Assessments, Business Economics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Sciences Po

    Searching for the Grand Paris

    Skills you'll gain: Transportation Operations, Demography, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Public Safety and National Security, Community Development, Policy Analysis, Environmental Issue, Education and Training, Cultural Diversity, Economics

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Research Report: Delivering Insights: University of California, Davis
  • English and Academic Preparation - Grad Track: Rice University
  • Privacy in Europe: 28DIGITAL
  • HI-FIVE: Health Informatics For Innovation, Value & Enrichment (Clinical Perspective): Columbia University
  • Magna Carta and its Legacies: Freedom and protest: University of London
  • Translational Science: University of Michigan
  • Química, guerra y ética: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Cultural Competence - Aboriginal Sydney: The University of Sydney
  • Training and Learning Programs for Volunteer Community Health Workers: Johns Hopkins University
  • Digital Marketing: Illinois Tech

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