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    Find the Best Social Work Course for Your Goals

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Inteligencia Artificial centrada en el ser humano

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Human Factors, Automation, Human Machine Interfaces, Agentic systems, Machine Learning, Human Computer Interaction, Human Centered Design, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      113 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Serverless Data Processing with Dataflow

      Skills you'll gain: Dataflow, Data Pipelines, Serverless Computing, Identity and Access Management, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Security, Performance Tuning, Data Integration, CI/CD, Data Processing, Debugging, Real Time Data, System Monitoring, Data Storage Technologies, Unit Testing, Containerization, Interoperability, Disaster Recovery, Data Transformation, Jupyter

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      120 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Recommender Systems: Evaluation and Metrics

      Skills you'll gain: Performance Metric, Data Collection, Performance Measurement, Benchmarking, Usability Testing, A/B Testing, Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Predictive Analytics, Customer Engagement

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      235 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      The Mathematics of Democracy, Politics and Manipulation

      Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Public Policies, Game Theory, Demography, Logical Reasoning, Applied Mathematics

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Wesleyan University

      The Modern and the Postmodern (Part 2)

      Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Culture, European History, World History, Psychology, Political Sciences, Sociology, Social Sciences

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      365 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Planificación y estrategia de marketing digital

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Customer Engagement, Brand Management, Digital Media Strategy, Search Engine Optimization, Target Market, Digital Marketing, Web Analytics and SEO, Marketing Communications, Digital Advertising, Social Media Strategy, Digital Transformation, Customer Retention, Customer Relationship Building, Content Strategy, Marketing Analytics, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      200 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      The State University of New York

      Basic Information Literacy

      Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Planning, Information Management, Research, Critical Thinking, Investigation, Literacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Organizational Skills, Databases

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      148 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Universidad de los Andes

      Desarrollo y Diseño de Videojuegos

      Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Game Design, Video Game Development, Scrum (Software Development), Unity Engine, Value Propositions, Functional Specification, Sprint Retrospectives, Business Modeling, Agile Methodology, Agile Software Development, Software Design Documents, Software Development Methodologies, Interaction Design, Software Documentation, Interactive Design, User Interface (UI), Virtual Environment, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Reality

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      390 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Lund University

      Working for a sustainable future: concepts and approaches

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Sustainability Reporting, Environmental Issue, Environmental Policy, Environmental Science, Innovation, Economic Development, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Complex Problem Solving, Predictive Modeling, Governance, Geospatial Information and Technology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      120 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Adobe

      Multimedia Content Creation

      Skills you'll gain: Content Creation, Web Content, Multimedia, Infographics, Storyboarding, Video Production, Adobe Creative Cloud, Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Animations, Storytelling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      Emory University

      Marketing Channel Strategy & B2B2C Routes to Market

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Channel, Strategic Marketing, Business Marketing, Direct Selling, Go To Market Strategy, Target Market, Customer Analysis, Market Research, Marketing Strategies, Customer Insights, Market Opportunities, Customer Demand Planning, E-Commerce, Compensation Management, Strategic Partnership, Consumer Behaviour, New Business Development, Supply Chain, Strategic Thinking, B2B Sales

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      65 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Gestión del análisis de datos

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Data Management, Management Reporting, Analytical Skills, Statistical Inference, Team Management, Statistical Modeling, Data Presentation, Team Leadership, Statistical Methods, Communication

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      94 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Inteligencia Artificial centrada en el ser humano: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Serverless Data Processing with Dataflow: Google Cloud
    • Recommender Systems: Evaluation and Metrics: University of Minnesota
    • The Mathematics of Democracy, Politics and Manipulation: Johns Hopkins University
    • The Modern and the Postmodern (Part 2): Wesleyan University
    • Planificación y estrategia de marketing digital: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Basic Information Literacy: The State University of New York
    • Desarrollo y Diseño de Videojuegos: Universidad de los Andes
    • Working for a sustainable future: concepts and approaches: Lund University
    • Multimedia Content Creation: Adobe

    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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