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    Social work courses can help you learn how to support individuals and communities through advocacy, counseling, and social services in a variety of settings.

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    Find the Best Social Work Course for Your Goals

    • U

      Universidade Estadual de Campinas

      Escola 4.0 Educação e Cultura Maker no Contexto da Nova BNCC

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Innovation, Prototyping, Algorithms, Embedded Systems, Creative Design

      4.9
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      93 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Crisis Management and Crisis Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Management Consulting, Strategic Communication, Emergency Response, Corporate Communications, Leadership, Risk Management, Business Leadership, Business Risk Management, Contingency Planning, Business Continuity Planning, Risk Analysis, Public Affairs, Public Relations, Internal Communications, Stakeholder Management, Communication, Media Relations, Forecasting, Critical Thinking

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Cinematic Health

      Essential Soft Skills & Special Patient Populations

      Skills you'll gain: Developmental Disabilities, Cultural Responsiveness, Caregiving, Mental Health, Professionalism, Active Listening, Social Skills, Patient Education and Support, Nursing Care, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Communication Strategies, Empathy, Compassion, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Scientific Writing for Research Grant Proposals

      Skills you'll gain: Concision, Grant Writing, Writing, Grant Applications, Editing, Literacy, Communication, Organizational Skills

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Desarrollo de Videojuegos 3D en Unity: Una Introducción

      Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Video Game Development, Unity Engine, Agile Methodology, Interaction Design, Software Documentation, Virtual Environment, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Prototyping, Computer Graphics

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Data Mining Project

      Skills you'll gain: Data Mining, Text Mining, Unstructured Data, Big Data, Data Analysis, Data Processing, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Analysis, Natural Language Processing, Technical Writing, Algorithms

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      48 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Advanced Models for Decision Making

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Supply Chain, Business Analytics, Mathematical Modeling, Manufacturing Operations, Operations Management, Workforce Planning, Microsoft Excel, Resource Allocation, Finance, Analytics, Production Planning, Investment Management, Decision Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Revolutionary Ideas: Borders, Elections, Constitutions, Prisons

      Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Policies, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Leading Oneself with Self-Knowledge

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Productivity, Time Management, Cognitive flexibility, Decision Making, Systems Thinking, Adaptability, Psychology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      60 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Sistemática de Comércio Exterior

      Skills you'll gain: Transportation Operations, Logistics, Export Control, International Finance, Supply Chain, Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, Market Research, Regulatory Compliance, Operational Efficiency, Negotiation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Using AI to Expand Creativity

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Art History, Artificial Intelligence, Creativity, Innovation, Collaboration, Experimentation, Music History

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnQuest

      Test-Driven Development

      Skills you'll gain: Continuous Delivery, Test Driven Development (TDD), Unit Testing, Continuous Deployment, Continuous Integration, CI/CD, Agile Methodology, Test Automation, Code Review, Maintainability, Software Development, Mockups, Software Development Methodologies, Test Case, Development Testing, Software Testing, Integration Testing, Debugging, Python Programming, Version Control

      4
      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular social work courses

    • Escola 4.0 Educação e Cultura Maker no Contexto da Nova BNCC: Universidade Estadual de Campinas
    • Crisis Management and Crisis Communication: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Essential Soft Skills & Special Patient Populations: Cinematic Health
    • Scientific Writing for Research Grant Proposals: University of Colorado System
    • Desarrollo de Videojuegos 3D en Unity: Una Introducción: Universidad de los Andes
    • Data Mining Project: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Advanced Models for Decision Making: University of Minnesota
    • Revolutionary Ideas: Borders, Elections, Constitutions, Prisons: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Leading Oneself with Self-Knowledge: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Sistemática de Comércio Exterior: Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Why Learn Social Work?

    Social work is a practice-based profession focused on supporting individuals, families, and communities through challenges like poverty, mental health, and social inequality. It blends advocacy, communication, and problem-solving to promote well-being and social justice. Learning social work can prepare you to make a meaningful impact in healthcare, education, policy, and human services.

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