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      KodeKloud

      Docker for Beginners with Hands-on labs

      Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Containerization, Kubernetes, Application Deployment, Linux Commands, CI/CD, DevOps, YAML, Command-Line Interface, Data Storage, Computer Networking

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      135 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Chino básico: Cómo dar una primera impresión positiva

      Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Oral Expression, Cultural Sensitivity, Oral Comprehension, Communication, Vocabulary, Grammar

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      493 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Imperial College London

      Introduction to Participatory Approaches in Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Community Health, Health Policy, Health Equity, Social Determinants Of Health, Social Sciences, Cultural Responsiveness, Qualitative Research, Program Evaluation, Research Methodologies, Collaboration

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SkillUp

      Project Lifecycle, Information Sharing, and Risk Management

      Skills you'll gain: Project Management Life Cycle, Risk Management, Project Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Risk Mitigation, Active Listening, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Systems Development Life Cycle, Risk Analysis, Communication, Project Management Software, Stakeholder Communications, Agile Methodology, Conflict Management, Project Documentation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      216 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Computer Vision Fundamentals with Google Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Supervised Learning, Google Cloud Platform, Small Data, Cloud API

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      545 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Drug Development and Pharmacoepidemiology

      Skills you'll gain: Drug Development, Clinical Trials, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacology, Pharmacotherapy, Clinical Research, Pharmacy, Patient Safety, Medical Prescription, Epidemiology, Research Design, Contraindication, Health Policy, Research Methodologies, Medical Science and Research, Drug Interaction, Science and Research, Program Evaluation, Public Health, Data Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Successful Interviewing

      Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Concision, Public Speaking, Persuasive Communication, Cultural Responsiveness, Business Research, Non-Verbal Communication, Professionalism, Negotiation

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      174 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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, Formal Learning, Interpersonal Communications, Environmental Issue, Grammar, Climate Change Mitigation

      4.7
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      193 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Use SurveyMonkey to Create a Survey and Analyze Results

      Skills you'll gain: Employee Surveys, Data Collection, Business Research, Data Analysis, User Feedback, Market Research, Business Software, Data Presentation

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      McMaster University

      Experimentation for Improvement

      Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Data Visualization, Predictive Modeling, Pareto Chart, Process Improvement and Optimization, Process Optimization, Statistical Methods, Performance Tuning, Mathematical Modeling, R Programming, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, R (Software), Case Studies

      4.9
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Starweaver

      Verbal Communications and Presentation Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Communication, Public Speaking, Constructive Feedback, Professional Development, Self-Awareness

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Resume and Cover Letter with Google Docs

      Skills you'll gain: Google Docs, Document Management, Google Workspace, File Management, Personal Attributes, Personal Development

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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Docker for Beginners with Hands-on labs: KodeKloud
    • Chino básico: Cómo dar una primera impresión positiva: Arizona State University
    • Introduction to Participatory Approaches in Public Health : Imperial College London
    • Project Lifecycle, Information Sharing, and Risk Management: SkillUp
    • Computer Vision Fundamentals with Google Cloud: Google Cloud
    • Drug Development and Pharmacoepidemiology: Johns Hopkins University
    • Successful Interviewing: University of Maryland, College Park
    • English Intermediate B1.2: Università di Napoli Federico II
    • Use SurveyMonkey to Create a Survey and Analyze Results: Coursera Project Network
    • Experimentation for Improvement: McMaster University

    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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