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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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      Coursera Project Network

      Design engaging Facebook / Instagram Stories with Visme

      Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Storytelling, Marketing Design, Facebook, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Social Media, Social Media Content, Graphic Design, Marketing Materials

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Google Cloud

      Introduction to Convolutions with TensorFlow

      Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, NumPy, Data Processing, Scientific Visualization, Deep Learning

      Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      New
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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Sobrevive a tu doctorado con salud y éxito

      Skills you'll gain: Productivity, Time Management, Mindfulness, Prioritization, Positivity, Stress Management, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Professionalism, Persistence, Communication, Resilience, Student Support and Services, Self-Awareness, Adaptability, Dealing With Ambiguity

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Teaching for Justice and Inclusivity In Challenging Times

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Teaching, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Pedagogy, Cultural Responsiveness, Instructional Strategies, Cultural Diversity, Advocacy, Social Justice, Parent Communication, Student Engagement, Community Outreach, Cultural Sensitivity, Rapport Building

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      F

      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Engajamento, Conversão e o Consumidor

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Sales Strategy, Customer Analysis, Marketing Strategies, Data Visualization Software, Customer Engagement, Data Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Regression Analysis, Performance Measurement, Market Research, Statistical Analysis, Target Market, Pandas (Python Package), Predictive Modeling, Decision Tree Learning, Artificial Neural Networks

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create and Edit a Pinterest Ad Account

      Skills you'll gain: Pinterest, User Accounts, Social Media Management, Social Media, Account Management, Advertising, Information Privacy, Online Advertising, Branding, Digital Advertising, System Configuration, Payment Systems

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Introdução ao Marketing Digital

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Strategies, Strategic Marketing, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Marketing Planning, Digital Advertising, Target Audience, Consumer Behaviour, Social Media Marketing, Customer Insights, Integrated Marketing Communications

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Modifier et améliorer votre publicité Facebook

      Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Online Advertising, Facebook, Digital Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Web Analytics, Advertising, Target Audience

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Erste Schritte in Instagram for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Social Media Content, Social Media, Social Media Management, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, Business Marketing, Social Media Strategy

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      DeepLearning.AI

      Retrieval Optimization: Tokenization to Vector Quantization

      Skills you'll gain: Text Mining, Large Language Modeling, Performance Tuning, Unstructured Data

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      O

      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Introduction to Decision Science for Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Customer Analysis, Customer Retention, Predictive Analytics, Customer Insights, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Personalized Service, Marketing Strategies, Business Analytics, Customer Acquisition Management, Customer experience improvement, Loyalty Programs, Consumer Behaviour

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Alternatives as We Age: Retirement and Legacy Planning

      Skills you'll gain: Estate Planning, Wealth Management, Philanthropy, Portfolio Management, Financial Planning, Real Estate, Tax Planning, Asset Management, Investment Management, Succession Planning, Risk Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Design engaging Facebook / Instagram Stories with Visme: Coursera Project Network
    • Introduction to Convolutions with TensorFlow: Google Cloud
    • Sobrevive a tu doctorado con salud y éxito: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Teaching for Justice and Inclusivity In Challenging Times: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Engajamento, Conversão e o Consumidor: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Create and Edit a Pinterest Ad Account: Coursera Project Network
    • Introdução ao Marketing Digital: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Modifier et améliorer votre publicité Facebook: Coursera Project Network
    • Erste Schritte in Instagram for Business: Coursera Project Network
    • Retrieval Optimization: Tokenization to Vector Quantization: DeepLearning.AI

    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.

    Skills you can learn in Leadership And Management

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    Decision-making (15)
    Change Management (14)
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    Human Resource Management (13)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Social Work

    Popular courses include Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change from the University of Michigan and Using Public Policy for Social Change from the University of Michigan. These courses explore topics such as counseling techniques, trauma-informed care, public policy, and advocacy.‎

    Yes. Many social work–related courses offer a free audit option, giving you access to video lectures and reading materials at no cost. To earn a certificate or complete assessments, you’ll need to pay or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn about human behavior, case management, ethics, mental health, community development, and working with diverse populations. Some courses also explore social welfare systems, cultural competency, and techniques for supporting individuals and families in crisis.‎

    Not necessarily. Many courses are beginner-friendly and introduce key social work concepts from the ground up. More advanced options may be better suited for learners with some experience in social sciences or community service.‎

    Yes. While Coursera doesn’t offer a full degree in social work, its courses can help you explore the field, build practical skills, and prepare for further education or roles in social services, counseling, nonprofit work, and community outreach.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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