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    Learn self-defense techniques for personal safety. Understand how to protect yourself in various situations through physical and mental strategies.

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    • K

      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Meditation: A way to achieve your goals in your life

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Growth Mindedness, Mindfulness, Positivity, Goal Setting, Resilience, Emotional Intelligence, Stress Management, Relationship Building, Cognitive flexibility

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      R

      Rice University

      Fundamentals of Immunology: Dueling with Pathogens and Cancer

      Skills you'll gain: Oncology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      111 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      U

      University of Colorado System

      Detecting and Mitigating Cyber Threats and Attacks

      Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Detection, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Data Security, Cyber Attacks, Malware Protection, Endpoint Security, Network Security, Firewall

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      456 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IBM

      Introduction to Technical Support

      Skills you'll gain: IT Service Management, Technical Support, Desktop Support, Service Level, Help Desk Support, Customer Service, System Support, End User Training and Support, Technical Services, Remote Access Systems, Issue Tracking, Technical Communication, Technical Documentation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • S

      Stanford University

      Game Theory II: Advanced Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Bidding, Social Sciences, Resource Allocation, Political Sciences, Economics, Behavioral Economics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Probability & Statistics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      644 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      U

      University of California, Davis

      Critical Thinking Skills for the Professional

      Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Brainstorming, Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking, Constructive Feedback, Decision Making, Analysis, Cognitive flexibility, Self-Awareness, Collaboration

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      A

      American Psychological Association

      Discover Yourself, Build Relationships, and Navigate Groups

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Relationship Building, Personal Development, Psychology, Relationship Management, Self-Motivation, Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Diversity, Behavior Management, Rapport Building, Decision Making, Goal Setting, Sociology, Discussion Facilitation, Social Sciences, Interpersonal Communications, Conflict Management, Cognitive flexibility, Critical Thinking, Mindfulness

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University at Buffalo

      Natural Gas

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Safety Training, Environmental Regulations, Construction, Environmental Engineering, Process Engineering, Continuous Monitoring, Systems Of Measurement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of London

      Global Energy and Climate Policy

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Policy, International Relations, Energy and Utilities, Environment, Governance, Policy Analysis, Economics, Security Strategy, Electric Power Systems, Mitigation, Emerging Technologies, Stakeholder Engagement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      687 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      C

      Codio

      Tools for Security Specialists

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Incident Management, Endpoint Security, Incident Management, Incident Response, ISO/IEC 27001, Security Management, Vulnerability Scanning, Risk Management, Personally Identifiable Information, Vulnerability Assessments, Linux, Linux Administration, Infrastructure Security, Authorization (Computing), Network Security, Threat Management, Event Monitoring, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Application Security, Security Strategy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      U

      Universidad de los Andes

      Estilos de Liderazgo: opciones para avanzar en desafíos complejos

      Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Initiative and Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Complex Problem Solving, Adaptability, Systems Thinking, Leadership, Business Risk Management, Dealing With Ambiguity, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Mindfulness, Experimentation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Well Being & Self Care: for Physical and Mental Health

      Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Positivity, Personal Care, Mindfulness, Behavioral Health, Personal Development, Productivity, Self-Motivation, Self-Awareness, Mental Health, Resilience, Goal Setting, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      48 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular self defense courses

    • Meditation: A way to achieve your goals in your life: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
    • Fundamentals of Immunology: Dueling with Pathogens and Cancer: Rice University
    • Detecting and Mitigating Cyber Threats and Attacks: University of Colorado System
    • Introduction to Technical Support : IBM
    • Game Theory II: Advanced Applications: Stanford University
    • Critical Thinking Skills for the Professional: University of California, Davis
    • Discover Yourself, Build Relationships, and Navigate Groups: American Psychological Association
    • Natural Gas: University at Buffalo
    • Global Energy and Climate Policy: University of London
    • Tools for Security Specialists: Codio

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