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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

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      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Quadro de Política Ambiental e Social do BID

      Skills you'll gain: Pollution Prevention, Natural Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainability Reporting, Stakeholder Engagement, Risk Management, Labor Relations, Occupational Safety And Health, Diversity and Inclusion, Cultural Diversity

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

      Introduction to Forensic Science

      Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Scientific Methods, Chemistry, Investigation, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Laboratory Testing, Pathology, Microbiology

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      2.7K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
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      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Marco de Política Ambiental y Social del BID

      Skills you'll gain: Pollution Prevention, Stakeholder Engagement, Environmental Policy, Environmental Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Environment and Resource Management, Corporate Sustainability, Community Development, Risk Management, Labor Relations, Mitigation, Cultural Responsiveness, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Occupational Safety And Health, Diversity and Inclusion

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Toronto

      Self-Driving Cars

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Control Systems, Embedded Software, Automation, Deep Learning, Software Architecture, Computer Graphics, Simulations, Safety Assurance, Artificial Neural Networks, Global Positioning Systems, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Estimation, Algorithms, Machine Learning Methods, Predictive Modeling, Scenario Testing, Data Structures, Spatial Data Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.5K reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      People Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: People Analytics, Human Resource Strategy, Talent Management, Workforce Planning, Collaboration, Organizational Effectiveness, Performance Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Workforce Management, Analytics, Performance Measurement, Employee Retention, Staff Management, Data Analysis, Performance Management, Predictive Analytics, Network Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      6.1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      University of Virginia

      Digital Product Management: Modern Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Product Management, Innovation, Product Improvement, Customer Insights, Design and Product, Product Roadmaps, Design Thinking, Stakeholder Communications, Customer Engagement, Agile Methodology, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Marketing Analytics, Stakeholder Management, Product Testing, Business Modeling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      5.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of London

      Introduction to English Common Law

      Skills you'll gain: Court Systems, Case Law, Legal Research, Legal Proceedings, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Civil Law, Social Studies, Political Sciences, European History, Governance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universiteit Leiden

      International Humanitarian Law in Theory and Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Legal Proceedings, International Relations, Conflict Management, Child Welfare, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Working With Children, Legal Research, Case Law, Investigation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Google

      Google Marketing Digital e E-Commerce

      Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Paid media, Target Audience, Data Storytelling, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Content Creation, Search Engine Optimization, Marketing Budgets, Order Fulfillment, Media Planning, Search Engine Marketing, Google Ads, Social Media Management, Customer Retention, Customer Relationship Management, Online Advertising, Customer experience strategy (CX), Marketing, Campaign Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      4.6K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      Satisfaction Guaranteed: Develop Customer Loyalty Online

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Retention, Loyalty Programs, E-Commerce, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Service, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Web Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Marketing Analytics, Performance Analysis, Customer Insights, Business Metrics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      5.5K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of London

      Responsive Website Development and Design

      Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Web Design, Human Computer Interaction, Interaction Design, jQuery, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Usability, User Experience Design, User Accounts, MongoDB, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Wireframing, Persona (User Experience), Web Applications, Full-Stack Web Development, Interactive Data Visualization, JavaScript Frameworks, Javascript

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      7.6K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of London

      Global Diplomacy: the United Nations in the World

      Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Diplomacy, Crisis Intervention, Political Sciences, Human Services, Advocacy, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Social Justice, Social Sciences, World History, Systems Thinking, Governance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Quadro de Política Ambiental e Social do BID: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • Introduction to Forensic Science: Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
    • Marco de Política Ambiental y Social del BID: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • Self-Driving Cars: University of Toronto
    • People Analytics: University of Pennsylvania
    • Digital Product Management: Modern Fundamentals: University of Virginia
    • Introduction to English Common Law: University of London
    • International Humanitarian Law in Theory and Practice : Universiteit Leiden
    • Google Marketing Digital e E-Commerce: Google
    • Satisfaction Guaranteed: Develop Customer Loyalty Online: Google

    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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