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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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      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      ADP Entry-Level Compensation and Benefits Analyst

      Skills you'll gain: Compensation Analysis, Compensation Management, Compensation Strategy, Job Evaluation, Benefits Administration, Data Collection, Compensation and Benefits, Job Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Microsoft Excel, Project Management, Data Analysis, Google Sheets, Human Resource Policies, Regulatory Compliance, Labor Compliance, Human Resource Strategy, Payroll, Human Resources, Timelines

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      60 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Spanish Vocabulary: Cultural Experience

      Skills you'll gain: Spanish Language, Language Learning, Vocabulary, Grammar, Oral Expression

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      556 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Application Security for Developers and DevOps Professionals

      Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Secure Coding, Application Security, Security Testing, DevSecOps, Threat Modeling, Vulnerability Scanning, Continuous Monitoring, Vulnerability Assessments, Application Performance Management, System Monitoring, Development Environment, Data Security, Software Development Life Cycle

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      224 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SkillUp EdTech

      Project Management Communication, Stakeholders & Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Resource Management, Stakeholder Management, Project Schedules, Resource Planning, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Stakeholder Communications, Negotiation, Project Management, Resource Allocation, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Scheduling, Team Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Communication

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      154 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Commonwealth Education Trust

      Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Learners and Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Student Engagement, Teaching, Classroom Management, Working With Children, Child Development, Student-Centred Learning, Learning Theory, Collaboration, Cultural Diversity

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      246 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Imperial College London

      Study Designs in Epidemiology

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Research Design, Epidemiology, Clinical Research, Research Methodologies, Research, Statistical Analysis, Sample Size Determination, Data Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      602 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Campus BBVA

      Cybersecurity for Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Threat Management, Cyber Risk, Security Awareness, Business Process, Malware Protection, Identity and Access Management, Risk Analysis, Multi-Factor Authentication, Encryption

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      443 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Leading Sustainable Community Transformation

      Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Needs Assessment, Systems Thinking, Interviewing Skills, Stakeholder Engagement, Community Development, Rapport Building, Organizational Change, Resilience, Data Collection, Focus Group, Change Management, Cultural Sensitivity, Systems Analysis, Asset Management, Complex Problem Solving, Stakeholder Communications, Diversity Awareness, Project Design, Consultative Approaches

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      233 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

      Designing the Future of Work

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Business Transformation, Strategic Thinking, Automation, Digital Transformation, Human Centered Design, Emerging Technologies, Adaptability, Innovation, Service Design, Forecasting, Customer experience strategy (CX)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      305 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Washington

      Speaking to persuade: Motivating audiences with solid arguments and moving language

      Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Storytelling, Critical Thinking, Constructive Feedback, Non-Verbal Communication, Problem Solving, Planning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      337 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Full Stack Software Developer Assessment

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing, Back-End Web Development, DevOps, Full-Stack Web Development, OpenShift, CI/CD, Software Development, Cloud-Native Computing, Web Applications, Microservices, Containerization, GitHub, Kubernetes, Web Development, Node.JS, Git (Version Control System), Serverless Computing, Docker (Software), Server Side, Django (Web Framework)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      273 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      English for Interactions in the Workplace Intermediate Level

      Skills you'll gain: English Language, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Business Correspondence, Writing, Grammar, Business Communication, Oral Expression, Storytelling, Communication Strategies, Business Strategies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      285 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • ADP Entry-Level Compensation and Benefits Analyst: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
    • Spanish Vocabulary: Cultural Experience: University of California, Davis
    • Application Security for Developers and DevOps Professionals: IBM
    • Project Management Communication, Stakeholders & Leadership : SkillUp EdTech
    • Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Learners and Learning: Commonwealth Education Trust
    • Study Designs in Epidemiology: Imperial College London
    • Cybersecurity for Managers: Campus BBVA
    • Leading Sustainable Community Transformation: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Designing the Future of Work: UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)
    • Speaking to persuade: Motivating audiences with solid arguments and moving language: University of Washington

    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.

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