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    Public speaking courses can help you learn how to communicate ideas clearly and confidently in front of audiences across personal, academic, and professional settings.

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      Google Cloud

      Google Cloud Customer Care Fundamentals - Español

      Skills you'll gain: Service Level, Product Support, Technical Communication, Google Cloud Platform, Help Desk Support, Technical Support, Issue Tracking, Personally Identifiable Information, Information Privacy, Problem Management, Data Cleansing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      사람, 기술, 모빌리티의 미래

      Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Automation, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Energy and Utilities, Electric Power Systems, Transportation Operations, Health Equity, Policy Analysis, Emerging Technologies, Technology Roadmaps, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Environment, Safety and Security, Information Privacy, Artificial Intelligence

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Données au service de la santé de la population

      Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Data Presentation, Data Quality, Epidemiology, Data Literacy, Data Visualization, Public Health, Data Storytelling, Health Equity, Health Care, Policy Development, Health Systems, Policy Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Collection, Data Analysis, Data Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Voxy

      Beginner English: About You

      Skills you'll gain: English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Language Learning, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Vocabulary, Professional Development, Communication, Personal Development, Grammar, Self-Awareness

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      HashiCorp Vault Foundations and Secrets Management

      Skills you'll gain: Key Management, Authentications, Hardening, Encryption, Data Security, Application Security, Security Controls, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management, Public Key Infrastructure, User Accounts, Configuration Management, Database Management, Command-Line Interface

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Comment analyser l'engagement des Tweets avec Twitter Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Customer Engagement, Social Media Campaigns, Advertising Campaigns, Content Performance Analysis, Web Analytics, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Comment augmenter vos abonnés twitter

      Skills you'll gain: Drive Engagement, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Customer Engagement, Social Media Content, Social Media Strategy, Brand Awareness

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Comment créer un compte Instagram professionnel

      Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Social Media Management, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Business Marketing, Account Management

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Démarrer avec Facebook Business Manager

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Advertising Campaigns, Advertising, Social Media Management, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Resource Management, User Accounts, Account Management

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Duke University

      Climate and Health for Healthcare Professions

      Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Environmental Issue, Advocacy, Environmental Science, Community Health, Health Care, Public Health, Patient Education And Counseling, Health Systems, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Systems Thinking, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Policy, Emergency Response

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Voxy

      Intermediate English: Telling Stories

      Skills you'll gain: English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Vocabulary, Grammar, Oral Comprehension, Communication, Cultural Diversity, Professionalism, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Simplilearn

      Mobile Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: HubSpot CRM, Customer Relationship Management, Marketing Automation, Online Advertising, Keyword Research, Promotional Strategies, Social Media Marketing, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing Strategies, Web Analytics, Customer Acquisition Management, Product Promotion, Search Engine Optimization, Performance Metric, Customer Engagement, Advertising

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Google Cloud Customer Care Fundamentals - Español: Google Cloud
    • 사람, 기술, 모빌리티의 미래: University of Michigan
    • Données au service de la santé de la population: Johns Hopkins University
    • Beginner English: About You: Voxy
    • HashiCorp Vault Foundations and Secrets Management: Packt
    • Comment analyser l'engagement des Tweets avec Twitter Analytics: Coursera Project Network
    • Comment augmenter vos abonnés twitter: Coursera Project Network
    • Comment créer un compte Instagram professionnel: Coursera Project Network
    • Démarrer avec Facebook Business Manager: Coursera Project Network
    • Climate and Health for Healthcare Professions: Duke University

    Why Learn Public Speaking?

    Public speaking is the skill of delivering messages in a structured, engaging, and persuasive way—whether in meetings, classrooms, events, or interviews. It builds confidence, sharpens communication, and strengthens your ability to connect with diverse audiences. Learning public speaking can help you present ideas effectively and influence outcomes in nearly any career path.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Public Speaking

    Top courses include Introduction to Public Speaking from the University of Washington, Dynamic Public Speaking from the University of Washington as well, and Successful Presentation from the University of Colorado Boulder. These courses cover everything from organizing speeches to delivering them confidently and engagingly.‎

    Yes. Many public speaking courses offer a free audit option, allowing 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 plan and structure presentations, speak with clarity and confidence, engage your audience, and handle nerves. Some courses also cover visual aids, persuasive techniques, and adapting messages to different audiences.‎

    Not at all. Many courses are designed for beginners and provide practical exercises to help you build skills gradually. More advanced courses focus on refining delivery and developing a personal speaking style.‎

    Yes. Public speaking is a valuable skill for job interviews, leadership, teaching, and everyday communication. Coursera courses can help you become a more effective and confident communicator, which can boost your performance in any professional or academic setting.‎

    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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