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      Yale University

      Digital Media for Health Outcomes, English

      Skills you'll gain: Media and Communications, Advertising Campaigns, Program Evaluation, Surveys, Behavioral Health, Digital Communications, Persuasive Communication, Public Health, Behavioral Economics, Instagram, Survey Creation, Facebook, Research, Experimentation, Data Collection

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Geneva

      Planning your Client's Wealth over a 5-year Horizon

      Skills you'll gain: Wealth Management, Portfolio Management, Asset Management, Financial Planning, Investment Management, Investments, Performance Measurement, Finance, Financial Analysis, Behavioral Economics, Risk Management, Market Trend, Risk Analysis, Microsoft Excel

      4.7
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Corporate Governance

      Skills you'll gain: Governance, Stakeholder Engagement, Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Management, Risk Management, Business Ethics, Corporate Strategy, Corporate Communications, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Accountability, Financial Reporting

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Setting the Stage for Success: An Eye on Safety Culture and Teamwork (Patient Safety II)

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Safety Training, Collaboration, Teamwork, Care Coordination, Patient Education and Support, Healthcare Ethics, Accountability, Risk Management, Systems Thinking, Leadership, Communication

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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

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      Università di Napoli Federico II

      English Intermediate B1.2

      Skills you'll gain: English Language, Vocabulary, Education and Training, Language Learning, Interpersonal Communications, Environmental Issue, Oral Comprehension, Grammar

      4.7
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tally Education and Distribution Services Private Limited

      Fundamentals of Accounting and Reporting

      Skills you'll gain: Accounting, Financial Reporting, Bookkeeping, Accounting Software, Financial Accounting, General Ledger, Inventory Accounting, Banking Services, Data Security, Banking, Software Installation, Data Migration, Reconciliation

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      VLSI CAD Part II: Layout

      Skills you'll gain: Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Hardware Design, Computer-Aided Design, Electronic Hardware, Systems Design, Computer Architecture, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Semiconductors, Network Routing, Computational Logic, Data Structures, Algorithms, Mathematical Modeling, Calculus

      4.7
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      SkillUp

      Project Management Communication, Stakeholders & Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Resource Management, Stakeholder Management, Project Schedules, Resource Planning, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Stakeholder Communications, Negotiation, Project Management, Resource Allocation, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Scheduling, Team Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Communication

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      Starweaver

      Lean Management Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Lean Manufacturing, Lean Methodologies, Kaizen Methodology, Process Mapping, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Kanban Principles, Process Analysis, Employee Engagement, Process Optimization, Operational Excellence, Operational Efficiency, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Improvement, Business Process, Workflow Management, Quality Improvement, Leadership, Waste Minimization, Change Management, Supply Chain Management

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      University of Toronto

      Learn Interpersonal Psychotherapy

      Skills you'll gain: Psychosocial Assessments, Psychotherapy, Patient Evaluation, Patient Education And Counseling, Interpersonal Communications, Mental Health Therapies, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Clinical Psychology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Conflict Management, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Rapport Building, Trauma Care, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Shaping Your Professional Brand

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Social Skills, Relationship Building, Professionalism, Influencing, Professional Development, Interpersonal Communications, Empathy, Conflict Management, Decision Making, Cognitive flexibility, Constructive Feedback, Critical Thinking, Communication Strategies, Communication, Problem Solving, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Digital Media for Health Outcomes, English: Yale University
    • Planning your Client's Wealth over a 5-year Horizon: University of Geneva
    • Corporate Governance: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Setting the Stage for Success: An Eye on Safety Culture and Teamwork (Patient Safety II): Johns Hopkins University
    • Understanding China, 1700-2000: A Data Analytic Approach, Part 2: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • English Intermediate B1.2: Università di Napoli Federico II
    • Fundamentals of Accounting and Reporting: Tally Education and Distribution Services Private Limited
    • VLSI CAD Part II: Layout: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Project Management Communication, Stakeholders & Leadership : SkillUp
    • Lean Management Fundamentals: Starweaver

    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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