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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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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Leadership and Society

      Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Mediation, Leadership Studies, Negotiation, Conflict Management, Diplomacy, Leadership, Policy Analysis, Leadership Development, Social Justice, Organizational Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Leadership and Management, Emergency Response, Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Public Policies, Policy Development, Political Sciences

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Leeds

      Fundamental Skills in Engineering Design

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering Design Process, Engineering Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Design, Product Development, Engineering Practices, New Product Development, Product Requirements, Conceptual Design, Safety Assurance, Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      181 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Yale University

      Tropical Forest Landscapes 101: Conservation & Restoration

      Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Environmental Science, Environment, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Resource Management, Biology, Water Resources, Social Studies, Finance, Community Development

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      163 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      AI-Powered Software and System Design

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Software Design Patterns, Database Systems, Software Architecture, System Design and Implementation, API Design, Large Language Modeling, Software Development, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Secure Coding, Application Programming Interface (API), Performance Tuning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      134 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Scalable Machine Learning on Big Data using Apache Spark

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, PySpark, Applied Machine Learning, Big Data, Machine Learning Methods, Data Storage, Data Pipelines, Machine Learning Algorithms, Distributed Computing, Data Processing, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universidad de los Andes

      Formadores de Ciudadanía

      Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Diversity Awareness, Community Development, Pedagogy, Conflict Management, Train The Trainer, Instructing, Instructional Strategies, Cultural Diversity, Classroom Management, Working With Children, Empathy, Collaboration, Decision Making

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      488 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Manejo del estrés en los colaboradores

      Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Employee Engagement, Cultural Diversity, Employee Coaching, Occupational Safety And Health, Organizational Leadership, Productivity, Emotional Intelligence, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      73 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      California Institute of the Arts

      Character Design for Video Games

      Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Animations, Game Design, Video Game Development, Design, Technical Design, Conceptual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Creative Design, Storytelling, Creativity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      995 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      École normale supérieure

      Les transitions énergétique & écologique dans les pays du Sud

      Skills you'll gain: Project Finance, Economic Development, Energy and Utilities, Financial Systems, Socioeconomics, Environment, Environmental Science, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Policy, Natural Resource Management, Corporate Sustainability, Economics, Sustainability Reporting, Public Policies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      372 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Copenhagen

      Air Pollution – a Global Threat to our Health

      Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Pollution Prevention, Public Health, Environment Health And Safety, Health Disparities, Environmental Policy, Environmental Science, Environmental Monitoring, Health Assessment, Respiratory Care, Chronic Diseases, Mitigation, Vulnerability

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Presentations: Speaking so that People Listen

      Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Presentations, Public Speaking, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication, Constructive Feedback, Stress Management, Organizational Skills, Planning

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      376 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Illinois Tech

      Digital Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Pay Per Click Advertising, Digital Marketing, Web Analytics, Email Marketing, Paid media, Digital Advertising, Google Ads, Social Media Campaigns, Marketing Strategies, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Google Analytics, Web Analytics and SEO, Web Design and Development, Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media, Campaign Management, Search Engine Marketing

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      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      41 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Leadership and Society: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Fundamental Skills in Engineering Design: University of Leeds
    • Tropical Forest Landscapes 101: Conservation & Restoration: Yale University
    • AI-Powered Software and System Design: DeepLearning.AI
    • Scalable Machine Learning on Big Data using Apache Spark: IBM
    • Formadores de Ciudadanía: Universidad de los Andes
    • Manejo del estrés en los colaboradores: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Character Design for Video Games: California Institute of the Arts
    • Les transitions énergétique & écologique dans les pays du Sud: École normale supérieure
    • Air Pollution – a Global Threat to our Health: University of Copenhagen

    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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