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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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      Dartmouth College

      Lessons on Wisdom: Personal Leadership for Your Life

      Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Communication, Innovation, Personal Development, Curiosity, Productivity, Time Management, Self-Awareness, Leadership Development, Leadership, Growth Mindedness, Resilience, People Development, Adaptability, Stress Management, Change Management, Growth Strategies

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      AI for Lawyers: Obstacles and Opportunities

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Experimentation, Legal Risk, Legal Strategy, Analysis, Law Practice Management Software, Risk Analysis, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, Creativity, Emerging Technologies, Communication

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      English for Effective Business Communications

      Skills you'll gain: English Language, Marketing, Business, Vocabulary, Telecommuting, Human Resources, People Management, Office Management, Leadership and Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Marketing Management, Business Communication, Recruitment, Business Writing, Grammar, Communication

      4.7
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      114 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Human Health Risks, Health Equity, and Environmental Justice

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Environmental Policy, Risk Management, Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Public Health, Pollution Prevention, Community Health, Vulnerability

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Marketing en Redes Sociales Proyecto Final

      Skills you'll gain: Persona Development, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Social Media Strategy, Target Audience, Social Media Marketing, Goal Setting, Social Media Management, Active Listening, B2B Sales, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Planning, Content Strategy, Marketing Analytics, Calendar Management

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      100 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Communicating with the Public

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Public Speaking, Media and Communications, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Interviewing Skills, Non-Verbal Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Content Creation, Performing Arts, Writing, Liberal Arts

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      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Electric Vehicle Sensors

      Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Electrical Systems, Electrical Power, Torque (Physics), Electronic Components, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Equipment, Energy and Utilities, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Engineering Calculations, Low Voltage, High Voltage, Machine Controls, Thermal Management, Emerging Technologies

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      The Theory of the Firm

      Skills you'll gain: Market Dynamics, Business Economics, Business, Economics, Business Operations, Supply And Demand, Price Negotiation, Business Strategy, Market Analysis, Market Research, Competitive Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Revenue Management, Production Process, Decision Making

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      التميز في خدمة وإسعاد المتعاملين

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Service, Personalized Service, Customer Complaint Resolution, Customer experience improvement, Customer Relationship Building, Customer Engagement, Verbal Communication Skills, Telephone Skills, Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Active Listening

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      Cross-border road transport in EU law context

      Skills you'll gain: Transportation Operations, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Case Law, Labor Law, Labor Relations, Immigration Law, Commercial Laws, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Employee Relations, Civil Law, Legal Research

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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Backend Development and API Creation

      Skills you'll gain: Back-End Web Development, Server Side, Full-Stack Web Development, Authentications, Development Environment, Cloud API, Application Programming Interface (API), User Accounts, Middleware, JavaScript Frameworks, User Requirements Documents, Authorization (Computing), User Story, Software Development Tools, Encryption, Data Validation

      4.9
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      15 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Sustainable Business: Big Issues, Big Changes

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Supply Chain Management, Sustainability Reporting, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Issue, Business Risk Management, Business Operations, Environment Health And Safety, Water Resources, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Return On Investment, Financial Analysis, Goal Setting

      4.7
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Lessons on Wisdom: Personal Leadership for Your Life: Dartmouth College
    • AI for Lawyers: Obstacles and Opportunities: University of Michigan
    • English for Effective Business Communications: University of California, Irvine
    • Human Health Risks, Health Equity, and Environmental Justice: University of Michigan
    • Marketing en Redes Sociales Proyecto Final: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Communicating with the Public: University of California San Diego
    • Electric Vehicle Sensors: University of Colorado Boulder
    • The Theory of the Firm: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • التميز في خدمة وإسعاد المتعاملين: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Cross-border road transport in EU law context: Erasmus University Rotterdam

    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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