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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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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Next-Generation AI Assistant: Claude by Anthropic

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Marketing Materials, Copywriting, ChatGPT, Drive Engagement, Generative AI, Product Promotion, Promotional Strategies, Content Creation, Target Audience, Marketing Strategies, Marketing

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Basics of Inclusive Design for Online Education

      Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Learning Management Systems, Disabilities, Education Software and Technology, Visual Impairment Education, Document Management, Technical Writing

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      82 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universidad Austral

      La alfabetización temprana en contextos rurales

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Oral Expression, Literacy, Childhood Education and Development, Working With Children, Writing, Vocabulary, Parent Communication, Storytelling, Language Learning, Teaching, Pedagogy, Cultural Diversity

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      161 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      ISC2

      Systems and Application Security

      Skills you'll gain: Malware Protection, Endpoint Security, Mobile Security, Cloud Security, Application Security, Cloud Computing, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Information Systems Security, Virtualization, Virtual Machines, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Human Factors (Security), Encryption

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Pensamiento crítico: toma de decisiones razonadas

      Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Independent Thinking, Decision Making, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Complex Problem Solving, Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      162 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Stanford University

      Formation COVID-19 pour personnels de santé

      Skills you'll gain: Respiratory Care, Telehealth, Critical Care, Respiratory Therapy, Patient Treatment, Emergency and Intensive Care, Infection Control, Medical Ultrasonography, Medication Administration, Patient Evaluation, Infectious Diseases, Vital Signs

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      SkillUp EdTech

      The Business Intelligence (BI) Analyst Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Business Intelligence, Dashboard, Tableau Software, IBM Cognos Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Looker (Software), Regression Analysis, Data Visualization, PostgreSQL, Microsoft PowerPoint, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Visualization Software, Data Cleansing, Microsoft Excel, SQL, Data Manipulation, LinkedIn, Data Quality

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      How to make invitations using Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Design, Design Elements And Principles, Digital Design, Creative Design, Design and Product, Event Management, Computer Programming

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      39 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • U

      University of Washington

      الخطابة الإقناعية: تحفيز الجماهير بالحجج المُقنِعة واللغة المؤثِّرة

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Public Speaking, Persuasive Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Storytelling, Communication, Critical Thinking, Constructive Feedback, Motivational Skills, Student Engagement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      87 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Michigan

      AI Basics and Tools for Creativity

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Image Analysis, Creativity, OpenAI, Prompt Engineering, Design Software, ChatGPT, Innovation, Music, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      التحدث والتواصل بثقة | Communicating With Confidence

      Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Active Listening, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Persuasive Communication, Assertiveness, Stress Management, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Motivation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      164 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Vanderbilt University

      Generative AI Database Design & Management with ChatGPT

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Data Migration, Generative AI, Software Documentation, Dashboard, Database Management, ChatGPT, Gap Analysis, Database Architecture and Administration, Technical Design, SQL, Business Reporting, Prototyping, Performance Testing, Simulation and Simulation Software, Data Quality

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Next-Generation AI Assistant: Claude by Anthropic: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Basics of Inclusive Design for Online Education: University of Colorado Boulder
    • La alfabetización temprana en contextos rurales : Universidad Austral
    • Systems and Application Security: ISC2
    • Pensamiento crítico: toma de decisiones razonadas: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Formation COVID-19 pour personnels de santé: Stanford University
    • The Business Intelligence (BI) Analyst Capstone Project: SkillUp EdTech
    • How to make invitations using Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • الخطابة الإقناعية: تحفيز الجماهير بالحجج المُقنِعة واللغة المؤثِّرة: University of Washington
    • AI Basics and Tools for Creativity: University of Michigan

    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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