Public Relations Free Course

Whether already working in the PR role or interested in trying something entirely new, this public relations free course free of charge can help you take that next important step toward the career of your dreams.

Public opinion is the single most powerful and influential factor in determining whether or not any business or organisation will succeed. The same is true across private and public sectors alike – public opinion having the power to make or break a brand in record time. Just as strong public opinion can propel a business to success in an instant, a poor reputation can have the exact opposite effect. The Internet has made constant and aggressive reputation management more important than ever before – a process orchestrated and managed by PR professionals.

Continue building your expertise by exploring our complete range of OHSC Courses, including specialist public relations programmes designed to develop practical skills in reputation management, corporate communication, and media relations. If you're taking your first steps into the profession, our free online public relations training provides an ideal starting point, while our collection of free online learning opportunities supports flexible study from anywhere.

Take your learning further with our wider OHSC Courses, featuring advanced public relations qualifications for aspiring communication professionals. You can also explore our beginner public relations courses alongside our career-focused online learning programmes, helping you gain recognised knowledge and valuable PR skills at a pace that suits your lifestyle.

By the end of this course the learner will be able to:

Define the term 'Public Relation'
Discuss the nature and scope of Public Relations

Free Study and Optional Certification

You can enrol on Public Relations (Short Course), access the online learning materials and complete the course without paying a course fee. Certification is optional, separate from free study and available after successful completion.

You may choose to purchase:

QLS-endorsed Certificate of Achievement
CPD-accredited certificate issued by the CPD Standards Office as a record of continuing professional development

You can order either certificate individually or purchase both for the same completed course. Buying one does not require you to buy the other.

Each certificate has its own price, and the total payable may vary according to the certificates selected, course level, format and delivery option. See our current certificate options and prices.

Certification is entirely optional and is not required to access the learning materials or complete the course.

Course Content

Topics Covered in the Course

This Public relations free course covers the following topics:

TOPIC 1: Introduction to Public Relations

TOPIC 2: Differences and Similarities in Public Relations, Advertising and Publicity

TOPIC 3: Public Relations’ Tools and Methods

How It Works

Build your knowledge through clear and accessible online learning.

Complete the assignments and achieve the required marks.

Choose an optional certificate after completing the course.

Why Choose a Certificate?

An optional certificate provides a clear record of successful course completion. Add it to your learning portfolio and share it where relevant.

Completing the course and its assessments shows your commitment to developing subject knowledge through focused, independent learning.

Use your new knowledge to support further study, workplace development or personal goals. A certificate records completion but does not guarantee employment or professional status.