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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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    Find the Best Public Speaking Course for Your Goals

    • N

      Northeastern University

      Designing Engaging Dashboards for Healthcare Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Infographics, Data Literacy, Tableau Software, Data Visualization Software, Presentations, Statistical Visualization, Storytelling, Design Elements And Principles, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Stakeholder Communications

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Interessen des durchschnittlichen Facebook Nutzers

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Persona Development, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Customer Engagement, Social Media Strategy, Customer Insights, Target Audience, Marketing Materials

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • N

      Northeastern University

      Understanding the U.S. Healthcare Landscape

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Prescription, Pharmaceuticals, Health Systems, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Medicare, Health Care, Payment Systems, Health Policy, Public Health, Health Care Administration, Tax Laws

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Travail d'équipe et créativité

      Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Creative Thinking, Teamwork, Ideation, Presentations, Team Building, Innovation, Collaboration, Professional Development, Public Speaking, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Influencing, Decision Making

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Lausanne

      Healthy Urban systems Part 2 : Theories, models and tools

      Skills you'll gain: Health Systems, Systems Thinking, Health Policy, Public Health, Community Health, Simulation and Simulation Software, Systems Analysis, Mathematical Modeling

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Finde Zielgruppen-Interessen mit Facebook Audience Insights

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Target Audience, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Customer Insights, Online Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Business Marketing

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Lausanne

      HEALTHY URBAN SYSTEMS - PART 3 : Design and policies

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Health Policy, Community Health, Governance, Health Systems, Policy Development, Health Equity, Environmental Policy, Policy Analysis, Health Assessment, Systems Thinking

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Y

      Yale University

      借助数字媒体实现卫生成果

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Media Strategy, Advertising Campaigns, Persuasive Communication, Public Health, Behavioral Health, Facebook, Health Assessment, Digital Communications, Content Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Einführung in Easil für Soziale Medien

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media Content, Social Media, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Storytelling, Instagram, Content Creation

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      New
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      Free Trial
      P

      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

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Données au service de la santé de la population

      Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Data Presentation, Data Quality, Health Informatics, Health Equity, Public Health, Data Strategy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Governance, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Data Ethics, Data Collection, Data Analysis, Data Management, Data Visualization Software, Diversity Awareness

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      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

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

    • Designing Engaging Dashboards for Healthcare Analytics: Northeastern University
    • Interessen des durchschnittlichen Facebook Nutzers: Coursera Project Network
    • Understanding the U.S. Healthcare Landscape: Northeastern University
    • Travail d'équipe et créativité : University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Healthy Urban systems Part 2 : Theories, models and tools : University of Lausanne
    • Finde Zielgruppen-Interessen mit Facebook Audience Insights : Coursera Project Network
    • HEALTHY URBAN SYSTEMS - PART 3 : Design and policies: University of Lausanne
    • 借助数字媒体实现卫生成果: Yale University
    • Einführung in Easil für Soziale Medien: Coursera Project Network
    • HashiCorp Vault Foundations and Secrets Management: Packt

    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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