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    Content writing courses can help you learn how to create clear, engaging, and informative written material for blogs, websites, marketing, and more.

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      Coursera Project Network

      Notion Integrations for Beginners: Manage a Blog Business

      Skills you'll gain: Blogs, Workflow Management, Data Visualization, User Feedback, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Integration, Cloud-Based Integration, Google Docs, Social Media Management, Content Management, Ideation, Customer Insights, Database Management

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Sales Analysis with Claude

      Skills you'll gain: Sales Strategy, Sales Process, Sales Enablement, Sales, Sales Development, Sales Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Inside Sales, AI Personalization, Customer Analysis, Customer Insights, Customer experience improvement, Market Analysis, Forecasting, Market Trend

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Dartmouth College

      The American Renaissance and Frederick Douglass

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Storytelling, Public History, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Advocacy, Writing, Research, Culture

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      Illinois Tech

      Transformational Leadership in a Tech-Driven Marketplace

      Skills you'll gain: Culture Transformation, Innovation, Organizational Change, Business Transformation, Strategic Leadership, Business Communication, Change Management, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Structure, Business Planning, Competitive Analysis, Business Writing, Leadership, Business Analysis, Business Strategy, Presentations, Project Planning, Financial Planning

      Build toward a degree

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Créer du contenu marketing pour LinkedIn avec Visme

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Design, LinkedIn, Marketing Materials, Promotional Materials, Content Creation, Social Media Content, User Accounts, Data Visualization, Digital Content

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Créez du contenu de sensibilisation sur Facebook avec Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Content Creation, Social Media Content, Infographics, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      How to integrate apps into Hootsuite dashboard

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Cloud Applications, Social Media Management, Social Media Content, Social Media, Web Applications, User Accounts

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Customer Service Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Team Oriented, Customer experience improvement, Self Service Technologies, Automation, Prompt Engineering, Customer Service, Artificial Intelligence, Customer Data Management, Customer Communications Management, Business Ethics

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      New
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      Free Trial
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      Packt

      Networking Fundamentals & Network Access

      Skills you'll gain: Network Administration, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), General Networking, TCP/IP, Local Area Networks, Computer Networking, Command-Line Interface, Network Infrastructure, Wireless Networks, Network Security, Network Switches, OSI Models, Network Routing, Network Protocols, System Configuration

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

      Data Management and Sharing for NIH Proposals

      Skills you'll gain: Data Sharing, Data Storage, Data Management, Health Policy, Health Care Procedure and Regulation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Microsoft Power BI - The Complete Masterclass [2023 EDITION]

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Power BI, Data Transformation, Data Modeling, Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Data Storytelling, Data Integration, Dashboard, Data Manipulation, Microsoft Excel, Data Import/Export, Pivot Tables And Charts, Business Intelligence, Data Cleansing, Data Security

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Packt

      Advanced Automation Frameworks and Testing with TestNG

      Skills you'll gain: Selenium (Software), Test Automation, Test Data, Test Case, Unit Testing, Software Testing, Test Execution Engine, Regression Testing, Integration Testing, Java, Performance Testing, Automation

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular content writing courses

    • Notion Integrations for Beginners: Manage a Blog Business: Coursera Project Network
    • Sales Analysis with Claude : Coursera Instructor Network
    • The American Renaissance and Frederick Douglass: Dartmouth College
    • Transformational Leadership in a Tech-Driven Marketplace: Illinois Tech
    • Créer du contenu marketing pour LinkedIn avec Visme: Coursera Project Network
    • Créez du contenu de sensibilisation sur Facebook avec Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • How to integrate apps into Hootsuite dashboard: Coursera Project Network
    • GenAI for Customer Service Teams: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Networking Fundamentals & Network Access: Packt
    • Data Management and Sharing for NIH Proposals: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

    Why Learn Content Writing?

    Content writing is the craft of producing written material that informs, educates, or inspires an audience—whether for digital marketing, journalism, education, or branding. It combines research, structure, and tone to connect ideas with readers. Learning content writing can help you communicate effectively, build an online presence, and support business or creative goals.

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Content Writing

    Popular courses include The Strategy of Content Marketing from UC Davis and Good with Words: Writing and Editing from the University of Michigan. These programs teach how to plan, write, and optimize content for web, marketing, and business communication.‎

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

    You’ll learn how to write clearly and persuasively for online audiences, structure articles and blog posts, apply SEO strategies, and develop a consistent tone and brand voice. Some courses also cover editing, storytelling, and content strategy.‎

    Not at all. Many Coursera courses are designed for beginners and guide you through writing basics and digital best practices. More advanced learners can focus on specialized topics like UX writing, email copy, or B2B content.‎

    Yes. Content writing is a growing field across industries like marketing, publishing, tech, and e-commerce. A Coursera course can help you build writing samples, strengthen your portfolio, and earn certificates that show your skills to clients or employers.‎

    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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