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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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      University of Michigan

      Writing and Editing: Revising

      Skills you'll gain: Editing, Constructive Feedback, Concision, Writing, Proofreading, Critical Thinking, Detail Oriented, Collaboration, Time Management, Creativity

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      IELTS Writing Section Skills Mastery

      Skills you'll gain: Literacy, Grammar, Language Competency, English Language, Vocabulary

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Editing Table of Content and Layouts in Microsoft Word

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Office, Document Management, Business Writing, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Management, Business Communication, Business Development

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Board Infinity

      Writing Effective Technical Documentation

      Skills you'll gain: Technical Writing, Technical Documentation, Technical Communication, Software Documentation, Writing and Editing, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Content Creation, Writing, Typography, Multimedia, Proofreading, Design Elements And Principles, GitHub, Version Control

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera

      YouTube Strategy: Effective Content

      Skills you'll gain: Content Strategy, Video Production, Content Development and Management, Social Media Strategy, Content Creation, Content Performance Analysis, Calendar Management, AI Product Strategy, Google Analytics, Ideation, Target Audience

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera

      Facebook Content Creation Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Content Creation, Social Media Content, Graphic and Visual Design, Web Content, Social Media, Drive Engagement, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Video Production, Storytelling, Photo Editing, Generative AI Agents, Writing, Video Editing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Cape Town

      Writing your World: Finding yourself in the academic space

      Skills you'll gain: Writing, Culture, Liberal Arts, Editing, Cultural Diversity, Peer Review, Proofreading, Research, Sociology, Style Guides, Creativity, Learning Strategies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      258 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Kennesaw State University

      AI for Grant Writing

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Grant Writing, ChatGPT, Proposal Writing, Generative AI, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      Writing with Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Writing, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technical Writing, Machine Learning, Information Privacy

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Smarter Content and Communications with Microsoft Copilot

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Content Performance Analysis, Marketing and Public Relations, Customer Insights, Content Development and Management, Proofreading, Public Relations, Integrated Marketing Communications, Customer Analysis, Content Creation, Marketing Communications, Persona Development, Writing and Editing, Content Management, Web Content, Storytelling, Content Strategy, Generative AI, Marketing Strategies

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Skillshare

      Creative Writing: Crafting Personal Essays with Impact

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing, Journals, Content Creation, Editing, Digital Publishing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Using AI & ChatGPT for Content: Strategy & SEO

      Skills you'll gain: Content Creation, Search Engine Optimization, Content Development and Management, Content Strategy, ChatGPT, Social Media Content, Keyword Research, Target Audience, Video Production, Web Analytics and SEO, Production Process, Workflow Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Writing and Editing: Revising: University of Michigan
    • IELTS Writing Section Skills Mastery: University of California, Irvine
    • Editing Table of Content and Layouts in Microsoft Word: Coursera Project Network
    • Writing Effective Technical Documentation: Board Infinity
    • YouTube Strategy: Effective Content: Coursera
    • Facebook Content Creation Essentials: Coursera
    • Writing your World: Finding yourself in the academic space : University of Cape Town
    • AI for Grant Writing: Kennesaw State University
    • Writing with Generative AI: University of California, Davis
    • Smarter Content and Communications with Microsoft Copilot: Microsoft

    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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