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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

      University of Colorado Boulder

      مهارات العمل الجماعي: التواصل الفعّال في مجموعات

      Skills you'll gain: Teamwork, Conflict Management, Innovation, Negotiation, Team Building, Collaboration, Creativity, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Virtual Teams, Media and Communications, Cultural Diversity, Diversity and Inclusion, Decision Making, Digital Communications

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      349 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Social Computing

      Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Graph Theory, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Social Sciences, Statistical Analysis, Amazon Web Services, R Programming, Tensorflow, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Research Design, Sociology, Human Machine Interfaces, Data Collection, Machine Learning Methods, Behavioral Economics, Analytics, Natural Language Processing, Game Design

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      Universidad de Palermo

      E-Business: Negocios Online

      Skills you'll gain: Online Advertising, E-Commerce, Digital Marketing, Business Strategy, Social Media Strategy, Google Ads, Digital Transformation, Email Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Business Modeling, Branding

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      253 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Sustainability for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Stakeholder Engagement, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainability Reporting, Performance Measurement, Strategic Partnership, Systems Thinking, Procurement, Business Operations, Strategic Communication, Culture Transformation, Business Strategy, Business Transformation, Business Ethics, Strategic Leadership, Goal Setting, Compliance Management, Community Development, Business Strategies, Communication Strategies

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Innovar tu enseñanza con design thinking

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Student-Centred Learning, Education Software and Technology, Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Creative Problem-Solving, Innovation, Human Centered Design, Problem Solving, Needs Assessment, Learning Strategies, Collaboration, Constructive Feedback, Empathy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      221 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      D

      DeepLearning.AI

      How Diffusion Models Work

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Jupyter, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Image Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Algorithms

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      261 reviews

      Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • U

      Universitat de Barcelona

      The Mediterranean, a Space of Exchange (from the Renaissance to Enlightenment)

      Skills you'll gain: World History, European History, Art History, Culture, International Relations, Cultural Diversity, Economics, Political Sciences

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      225 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      G

      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Lesson | Get Ready for the Interview

      Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Professionalism, Communication Strategies, Communication, Executive Presence, Self-Awareness

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      113 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • P

      Peking University

      Essentials for English Speeches and Presentations 英语演讲与演示

      Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Expression, Interviewing Skills, Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Vocabulary, English Language, Presentations, Cultural Diversity, Public Speaking, Intercultural Competence, Business Communication, Adaptability

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      148 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • A

      Alfaisal University | KLD

      مهارات تنشيط الذاكرة | Memory Enhancing Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Mental Concentration, Cognitive flexibility, Learning Strategies, Mental Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychology, Neurology, Social Skills

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universidad de Chile

      ¿Cómo (nos) cambia la Tecnología?

      Skills you'll gain: Technology Solutions, Innovation, Sociology, Culture, Liberal Arts, Technology Strategies, Social Sciences, Economic Development, Information Technology, Cultural Diversity, Research, Data Ethics, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Media and Communications, Art History, Science and Research, Economics, Emerging Technologies, Storytelling

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      180 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New
      New
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      Free Trial
      A

      Adobe

      Multichannel Content Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Cross-Channel Marketing, Content Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Data Ethics, Marketing Effectiveness, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Marketing Strategies, Personalized Service, Marketing Automation, MarTech, Content Strategy, AI Personalization, Emerging Technologies, Market Research, Trend Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • مهارات العمل الجماعي: التواصل الفعّال في مجموعات: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Social Computing: Johns Hopkins University
    • E-Business: Negocios Online: Universidad de Palermo
    • Sustainability for Business: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Innovar tu enseñanza con design thinking: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • How Diffusion Models Work: DeepLearning.AI
    • The Mediterranean, a Space of Exchange (from the Renaissance to Enlightenment): Universitat de Barcelona
    • Lesson | Get Ready for the Interview: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • Essentials for English Speeches and Presentations 英语演讲与演示: Peking University
    • مهارات تنشيط الذاكرة | Memory Enhancing Skills: Alfaisal University | KLD

    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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