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      Coursera Project Network

      Utilize LinkedIn for Career Search

      Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Professional Networking, Applicant Tracking Systems, Social Media, Editing, Job Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      266 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      IBM

      Generative AI: Impact, Considerations, and Ethical Issues

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Risking, Business Ethics, Legal Risk, Socioeconomics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Information Privacy, Automation, Workforce Development, Accountability

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      260 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Preview
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      Campus BBVA

      El ABC de la sostenibilidad

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainability Reporting, Sustainable Business, Environment, Environmental Resource Management, Socioeconomics, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Social Justice, Stakeholder Engagement, Economic Development, Diversity Awareness, Climate Change Adaptation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      335 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Colorado System

      What is Palliative Care?

      Skills you'll gain: Patient-centered Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Advocacy, Active Listening, Compassion, Communication, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Health Assessment, Care Coordination, Planning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      294 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Michigan State University

      Photography Techniques: Light, Content, and Sharing

      Skills you'll gain: Photography, Photo Editing, Image Quality, Peer Review, Digital Publishing, Creativity, Information Privacy, Web Design and Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      B

      Berklee

      Music Business Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Contract Negotiation, Music, Intellectual Property, Music History, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Professional Networking, Business Management, Marketing Management

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      2.7K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Sapienza University of Rome

      At the Origins of the Mediterranean Civilization: Archaeology of the City from the Levant to the West - 3rd-1st millennium BC

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, World History, Art History, Social Sciences, Anthropology, Water Resources, European History, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Economics

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      426 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Preview
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      Emory University

      Conflict Transformation

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Mediation, Empathy, Collaboration, Communication Strategies, Self-Awareness, Active Listening, Adaptability, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      450 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

      Nanotechnology and Nanosensors, Part1

      Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Semiconductors, Innovation, Emerging Technologies, Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry, Electronics, Electronic Components, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Administración de Proyectos Project

      Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Project Risk Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Stakeholder Analysis, Project Management, Communication Planning, Project Scoping, Project Documentation, Budget Management, Project Planning, Human Resources Management and Planning, Peer Review

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      330 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Queen Mary University of London

      Market Research

      Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Proposal Development, Market Research, Research Reports, Data Collection, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Survey Creation, Statistical Analysis, Surveys, Correlation Analysis, Quantitative Research, Research, Science and Research, Market Analysis, Focus Group, Regression Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      630 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Effective Communication Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Peer Review, Business Writing, Project Design, Data Presentation, Graphic Design, Microsoft PowerPoint, Branding, Communication, Public Speaking

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      165 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Utilize LinkedIn for Career Search: Coursera Project Network
    • Generative AI: Impact, Considerations, and Ethical Issues: IBM
    • El ABC de la sostenibilidad : Campus BBVA
    • What is Palliative Care?: University of Colorado System
    • Photography Techniques: Light, Content, and Sharing: Michigan State University
    • Music Business Foundations: Berklee
    • At the Origins of the Mediterranean Civilization: Archaeology of the City from the Levant to the West - 3rd-1st millennium BC: Sapienza University of Rome
    • Conflict Transformation: Emory University
    • Nanotechnology and Nanosensors, Part1: Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
    • Administración de Proyectos Project: Tecnológico de Monterrey

    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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