• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Coursera
  • Log In
  • Join for Free
    Coursera
    • Browse
    • Technical Writing

    Technical Writing Courses Online

    Learn technical writing for clear and concise documentation. Understand how to write manuals, reports, and technical guides.

    Skip to search results

    Filter by

    Subject
    Required
     *

    Language
    Required
     *

    The language used throughout the course, in both instruction and assessments.

    Learning Product
    Required
     *

    Level
    Required
     *

    Duration
    Required
     *

    Skills
    Required
     *

    Subtitles
    Required
     *

    Educator
    Required
     *

    Explore the Technical Writing Course Catalog

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      T

      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      English for Effective Business Writing

      Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Writing, Business Communication, Grammar, Vocabulary, Report Writing, Writing and Editing, Email Marketing, English Language, Target Audience, Persuasive Communication

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      458 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IBM

      IBM IT Support

      Skills you'll gain: Technical Support, Desktop Support, Software Development Life Cycle, Cloud Computing Architecture, Computing Platforms, Microsoft Windows, Cloud Computing, Cloud Security, Encryption, Computer Hardware, Cloud Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Operating Systems, Help Desk Support, Hardware Troubleshooting, Data Storage, Interviewing Skills, Information Technology, Customer Service

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      11K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Preview
      Preview
      O

      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Introduction to Academic Writing

      Skills you'll gain: Writing, Writing and Editing, Research, Peer Review, Journals, Blogs, Research Reports, Policy Analysis, Research and Design

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      134 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Preview
      Preview
      K

      Kennesaw State University

      Writing Professional Email and Memos (Project-Centered Course)

      Skills you'll gain: Technical Writing, Writing, Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Grammar, Peer Review, Editing, Proofreading, Business Communication, Professionalism, Communication

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
      ·
      453 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IBM

      Generative AI for Human Resources (HR) Professionals

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, HR Tech, Generative AI Agents, Workforce Planning, Human Resources, Human Resources Management and Planning, ChatGPT, Workflow Management, Human Resource Management, Human Resource Strategy, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Technical Writing, Employee Engagement, Image Analysis, Content Creation, Virtual Environment, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      7.8K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IBM

      Generative AI Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, OpenAI, ChatGPT, Large Language Modeling, Deep Learning, Leadership and Management, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Ethics, Strategic Leadership, Business Development, Artificial Intelligence, Business Ethics, Innovation, Emerging Technologies, Business Transformation, IBM Cloud, Business Strategies, Digital Transformation, Content Creation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      8.1K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Preview
      Preview
      U

      University of Cape Town

      Understanding Clinical Research: Behind the Statistics

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability & Statistics, Biostatistics, Statistical Analysis, Clinical Research, Quantitative Research, Statistics, Descriptive Statistics, Scientific Methods, Data Collection

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      3.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      W

      Wesleyan University

      Memoir and Personal Essay: Write About Yourself

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing, Journals, Writing and Editing, Editing, Journalism, Personal Development, Organizational Skills, Content Creation, Performing Arts, Self-Awareness, Overcoming Obstacles, Creativity, Detail Oriented, English Language, Brainstorming

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
      ·
      426 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IBM

      Generative AI for Business Intelligence (BI) Analysts

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Business Intelligence, Data Visualization, Infographics, Dashboard, Data Storytelling, Data Cleansing, ChatGPT, Data Visualization Software, Business Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Data Synthesis, Data Quality, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Query Languages, Anomaly Detection, Technical Writing, Data Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      7.8K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      D

      DeepLearning.AI

      Neural Networks and Deep Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Supervised Learning, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Linear Algebra, Python Programming, Performance Tuning, Calculus

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      123K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IBM

      Generative AI for Educators

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, AI Personalization, ChatGPT, Data Ethics, Education Software and Technology, Learning Management Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Information Privacy, Technical Writing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Image Analysis, Content Creation, Virtual Environment, Data Analysis, Mitigation, Data Security

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      7.8K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of California, Irvine

      Getting Started with Essay Writing

      Skills you'll gain: Writing, Grammar, English Language, Editing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      3.2K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Technical Writing learners also search

    Writing
    Business Writing
    Creative Writing
    Beginner Writing
    Writing Projects
    Beginner Creative Writing
    English Writing
    Content Writing
    1…678…206

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

    • English for Effective Business Writing: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • IBM IT Support: IBM
    • Introduction to Academic Writing: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Writing Professional Email and Memos (Project-Centered Course): Kennesaw State University
    • Generative AI for Human Resources (HR) Professionals: IBM
    • Generative AI Fundamentals: IBM
    • Understanding Clinical Research: Behind the Statistics: University of Cape Town
    • Memoir and Personal Essay: Write About Yourself: Wesleyan University
    • Generative AI for Business Intelligence (BI) Analysts: IBM
    • Neural Networks and Deep Learning: DeepLearning.AI

    Skills you can learn in Business Essentials

    Analytics (37)
    Presentation (33)
    Modeling (29)
    Business Analytics (27)
    Language (26)
    Microsoft Excel (26)
    Writing (26)
    Speech (18)
    Plan (17)
    Business Communication (16)
    Decision-making (16)
    Leadership (15)

    Other topics to explore

    Arts and Humanities
    338 courses
    Business
    1095 courses
    Computer Science
    668 courses
    Data Science
    425 courses
    Information Technology
    145 courses
    Health
    471 courses
    Math and Logic
    70 courses
    Personal Development
    137 courses
    Physical Science and Engineering
    413 courses
    Social Sciences
    401 courses
    Language Learning
    150 courses

    Coursera Footer

    Technical Skills

    • ChatGPT
    • Coding
    • Computer Science
    • Cybersecurity
    • DevOps
    • Ethical Hacking
    • Generative AI
    • Java Programming
    • Python
    • Web Development

    Analytical Skills

    • Artificial Intelligence
    • Big Data
    • Business Analysis
    • Data Analytics
    • Data Science
    • Financial Modeling
    • Machine Learning
    • Microsoft Excel
    • Microsoft Power BI
    • SQL

    Business Skills

    • Accounting
    • Digital Marketing
    • E-commerce
    • Finance
    • Google
    • Graphic Design
    • IBM
    • Marketing
    • Project Management
    • Social Media Marketing

    Career Resources

    • Essential IT Certifications
    • High-Income Skills to Learn
    • How to Get a PMP Certification
    • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
    • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications
    • Popular Data Analytics Certifications
    • What Does a Data Analyst Do?
    • Career Development Resources
    • Career Aptitude Test
    • Share your Coursera Learning Story

    Coursera

    • About
    • What We Offer
    • Leadership
    • Careers
    • Catalog
    • Coursera Plus
    • Professional Certificates
    • MasterTrack® Certificates
    • Degrees
    • For Enterprise
    • For Government
    • For Campus
    • Become a Partner
    • Social Impact
    • Free Courses
    • ECTS Credit Recommendations

    Community

    • Learners
    • Partners
    • Beta Testers
    • Blog
    • The Coursera Podcast
    • Tech Blog

    More

    • Press
    • Investors
    • Terms
    • Privacy
    • Help
    • Accessibility
    • Contact
    • Articles
    • Directory
    • Affiliates
    • Modern Slavery Statement
    • Do Not Sell/Share
    Learn Anywhere
    Download on the App Store
    Get it on Google Play
    Logo of Certified B Corporation
    © 2025 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
    • Coursera Facebook
    • Coursera Linkedin
    • Coursera Twitter
    • Coursera YouTube
    • Coursera Instagram
    • Coursera TikTok