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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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      Lund University

      Transforming higher education with Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Education Software and Technology, Data Ethics, AI Personalization, Artificial Intelligence, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Simplilearn

      Social Media Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Content Performance Analysis, Social Media Strategy, Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, Digital Advertising, Customer Engagement, LinkedIn, Brand Management, Brand Awareness, Content Creation, Target Audience

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universiteit Leiden

      Miracles of Human Language: An Introduction to Linguistics

      Skills you'll gain: Language Competency, Anthropology, English Language, Cultural Diversity, Liberal Arts, Oral Comprehension, Oral Expression, Interviewing Skills, Vocabulary, Grammar, Psychology, Social Sciences, Sociology, Research

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Virginia

      Design Thinking for Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Innovation, Creativity, Strategic Thinking, Market Opportunities, Human Centered Design, Storytelling, User Research, Business Modeling, Collaboration

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Object Oriented Java Programming: Data Structures and Beyond

      Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Growth Mindedness, Data Structures, Graph Theory, Event-Driven Programming, Interactive Data Visualization, Java, Java Programming, Network Analysis, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Technical Communication, Development Testing, User Interface (UI), Software Testing, Computer Programming, Adaptability, Object Oriented Design, Performance Tuning, Algorithms, Problem Solving

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Animals and Society

      Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Sociology, Anthropology, Social Justice, Healthcare Ethics, Culture, Psychology, Laboratory Research, Behavioral Health, Social Work, Research, Media and Communications, Cultural Diversity, Mental and Behavioral Health, Food and Beverage, Biology, Non-Verbal Communication, Nutrition and Diet, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Environmental Science

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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Politecnico di Milano

      Learning with AI

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Learning Strategies, AI Personalization, Lifelong Learning, Human Learning, Adult Learning Principles, Willingness To Learn, Artificial Intelligence, Student-Centred Learning, Generative AI, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Infographics

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

      El futuro de los medios deportivos y los retos futuros

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Media and Communications, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Revenue Management, Brand Management, Trend Analysis, Content Strategy, Sustainability Reporting, Augmented Reality, New Product Development, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Innovation, Digital Transformation, Game Theory, People Analytics, Metadata Management, Digital Design, Open Source Technology, 3D Modeling, Artificial Intelligence

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Huddersfield Sandbox

      Creating Ethical Media and Journalism

      Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Business Ethics, Data Ethics, Media and Communications, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Information Privacy, Interviewing Skills, Investigation, Diversity Awareness, Content Creation

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Foundations for Active Learning in STEM Courses

      Skills you'll gain: Cooperation, Interactive Learning, Education Software and Technology, Student Engagement, Pedagogy, Instructional Strategies, Learning Theory, Teaching, Student-Centred Learning, Collaboration, Teamwork, Blended Learning, Drive Engagement, Classroom Management, Mathematics Education, Learning Management Systems, Creative Problem-Solving, Professional Development, Problem Solving, Technology Solutions

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Università di Napoli Federico II

      Teaching with AI: tools

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      Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

      The Future of Sports Media and Challenges Ahead

      Skills you'll gain: Media and Communications, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Revenue Management, Innovation, Brand Management, Content Strategy, Augmented Reality, New Product Development, Digital Transformation, Storytelling, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Trend Analysis, Sustainability Reporting, People Analytics, Metadata Management, Game Theory, Digital Design, Artificial Intelligence, Open Source Technology, 3D Modeling

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Transforming higher education with Generative AI: Lund University
    • Social Media Marketing: Simplilearn
    • Miracles of Human Language: An Introduction to Linguistics: Universiteit Leiden
    • Design Thinking for Innovation: University of Virginia
    • Object Oriented Java Programming: Data Structures and Beyond: University of California San Diego
    • Animals and Society: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Learning with AI: Politecnico di Milano
    • El futuro de los medios deportivos y los retos futuros: Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea
    • Creating Ethical Media and Journalism: Huddersfield Sandbox
    • Foundations for Active Learning in STEM Courses: Johns Hopkins University

    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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