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    Soft skills courses can help you learn how to communicate effectively, collaborate with others, and navigate workplace dynamics with emotional intelligence and adaptability.

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    Find the Best Soft Skills Course for Your Goals

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      Stanford University

      Symptom Management in Palliative Care

      Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Psychosocial Assessments, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Education and Support, Patient Evaluation, Primary Care, Nursing Practices, Patient Treatment, Care Management, Chronic Diseases, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Medication Therapy Management, Stress Management, Health Assessment, Pharmacology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Major and Principal Gifts

      Skills you'll gain: Proposal Writing, Fundraising, Prospecting and Qualification, Business Writing, Stakeholder Management, Negotiation, Stakeholder Engagement, Compliance Reporting, Relationship Building, Communication Strategies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Cisco Learning and Certifications

      Data Security

      Skills you'll gain: Key Management, Data Security, Cryptography, Encryption, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Network Monitoring, Network Analysis, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Event Monitoring, Continuous Monitoring, Threat Detection, Incident Response

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      52 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Peking University

      Chinese for HSK 3 PART II

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Literacy, Vocabulary, Language Competency, Grammar, Language Learning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      277 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Hong Kong

      Making Sense of the News: News Literacy Lessons for Digital Citizens

      Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Media and Communications, Research, Investigation, Digital Communications, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Validation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      234 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      IBM

      Data Engineering Career Guide and Interview Preparation

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Interviewing Skills, LinkedIn, Technical Communication, Professional Development, Data Strategy, Data Ethics, Data Infrastructure, Data Pipelines, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      79 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Illinois Tech

      Mastering Excel Essentials to Enhance Business Value

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization, Data Management, Data Entry, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Business Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Productivity Software, Financial Modeling, Decision Making, Business Modeling, Data Validation

      Build toward a degree

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      الذكاء العاطفي | Emotional Intelligence

      Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Social Skills, Self-Awareness, Empathy, Resilience, Relationship Building

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      373 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Virginia

      Bacterial Bioinformatics

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Scientific Visualization, Taxonomy, Command-Line Interface, Data Integration, Data Import/Export, Data Storage, File Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      252 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Back-End Development with .NET

      Skills you'll gain: ASP.NET, Microsoft Copilot, .NET Framework, Application Programming Interface (API), Middleware, Server Side, Restful API, C# (Programming Language), Back-End Web Development, Application Frameworks, JSON, Routing Protocols, Debugging

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      Arizona State University

      Chino básico: La etiqueta social en los negocios

      Skills you'll gain: Setting Appointments, Business Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Cultural Sensitivity, Language Learning, Telephone Skills, Greeting Customers, Oral Expression, Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension, Scheduling, Professional Networking

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      87 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      University of Michigan

      Feedback Loops: How to Give & Receive High-Quality Feedback

      Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Cooperation, Decision Making, Peer Review, Team Performance Management, Team Building, Team Management, Independent Thinking, Personal Development, Empathy, Team Motivation, Self-Awareness, Solution Delivery, Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Mentorship, Growth Mindedness, Supervision, Collaboration, Communication Strategies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Symptom Management in Palliative Care: Stanford University
    • Major and Principal Gifts: University of California, Davis
    • Data Security: Cisco Learning and Certifications
    • Chinese for HSK 3 PART II: Peking University
    • Making Sense of the News: News Literacy Lessons for Digital Citizens: The University of Hong Kong
    • Data Engineering Career Guide and Interview Preparation: IBM
    • Mastering Excel Essentials to Enhance Business Value: Illinois Tech
    • الذكاء العاطفي | Emotional Intelligence: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Bacterial Bioinformatics: University of Virginia
    • Back-End Development with .NET: Microsoft

    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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