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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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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Ethical Decision-Making in the Tech Industry

      Skills you'll gain: Courage, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Professionalism, Technical Management, Decision Making, Engineering Management, Personal Integrity, Human Development, Organizational Leadership, Culture, Business Leadership, Anthropology, Leadership, Artificial Intelligence, Social Sciences, Research

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      87 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Understanding China, 1700-2000: A Data Analytic Approach, Part 2

      Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Big Data, Sociology, Demography, Anthropology, Economics, Data Analysis, Analytics, Cultural Diversity, World History, Statistical Analysis, Quantitative Research

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      60 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      كيف تفوز في المحادثات الصعبة| How to Win Tough Conversations

      Skills you'll gain: Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Communication Strategies, Conflict Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Tactfulness, Communication, Emotional Intelligence

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      124 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Northeastern University

      Future Healthcare Payment Models

      Skills you'll gain: Care Management, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Policy, Payment Systems, Value Engineering, Health Care Administration, Medicare, Health Care, Performance Measurement, Primary Care, Cost Management, Insurance, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Crie artes para redes sociais usando Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Social Media Content, Social Media, Multimedia, Marketing Design, Content Creation, Graphic and Visual Design, Animations, Editing, Marketing, Presentations

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      68 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Getting Started with Microsoft OneDrive

      Skills you'll gain: File Management, Version Control, Document Management, Data Sharing, Collaborative Software, Cloud Storage, Data Storage, Data Storage Technologies, Data Loss Prevention

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      ESSEC Business School

      Gérer les crises de demain

      Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Performance Management, Business Continuity, Risk Management, Organizational Change, Organizational Effectiveness, Business Communication, Communication, Decision Making

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      American Psychological Association

      Social Psychology of Attraction and Relationships

      Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Relationship Management, Psychology, Rapport Building, Interpersonal Communications, Cultural Diversity, Research

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Advancing Women in Tech

      Inspiring Peak Performance on Technical Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering Management, Technical Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Team Performance Management, Technical Communication, Software Engineering, Employee Coaching, Communication, Conflict Management, Performance Management, Meeting Facilitation, People Management, People Development, Virtual Teams, Program Management, Labor Compliance, Agile Methodology, Cloud Engineering, Constructive Feedback, Business Strategy

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      HEC Paris

      CAPSTONE: Your Leadership Challenge

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Leadership, Self-Awareness, Relationship Building, Strategic Leadership, Accountability, Resilience, Personal Development, Business Leadership, Visionary, Innovation, Presentations, Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      74 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      HR Management Fundamentals: Recruitment to Development

      Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Human Resources, Employee Engagement, Recruitment, Human Resource Strategy, Human Capital, Performance Management, Talent Management, Workforce Development, Talent Acquisition, Employee Training, Employee Onboarding, Leadership Development

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      McMaster University

      Finance for Everyone Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Project Documentation, Finance, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Closure, Constructive Feedback, Financial Analysis, Financial Planning, Presentations, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      57 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Ethical Decision-Making in the Tech Industry: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Understanding China, 1700-2000: A Data Analytic Approach, Part 2: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • كيف تفوز في المحادثات الصعبة| How to Win Tough Conversations: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Future Healthcare Payment Models: Northeastern University
    • Crie artes para redes sociais usando Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Getting Started with Microsoft OneDrive: Coursera Project Network
    • Gérer les crises de demain: ESSEC Business School
    • Social Psychology of Attraction and Relationships: American Psychological Association
    • Inspiring Peak Performance on Technical Teams: Advancing Women in Tech
    • CAPSTONE: Your Leadership Challenge: HEC Paris

    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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