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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

      Manufacturing Industry 101

      Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing and Production, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Processes, Production Planning, Production Management, Lean Manufacturing, Process Control, Quality Control, Supply Chain Management, Organizational Structure, Innovation, Collaboration, Adaptability, Communication

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Get more followers by finding trending keywords and hashtags

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Keyword Research, Drive Engagement, Social Media Strategy, Target Market

      3.2
      Rating, 3.2 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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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, Environment Health And Safety, Risk Management, Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Public Health, Policy Development, Vulnerability

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Institut Mines-Télécom

      Blockchain : enjeux et mécanismes cryptographiques

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, Encryption, Authentications, FinTech, Distributed Computing, Transaction Processing, Emerging Technologies, Data Integrity, Algorithms, Verification And Validation

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Neuroscience Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Science and Research, Laboratory Research, Research Methodologies, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Neurology, Psychology, Image Analysis, Medical Equipment and Technology, Biology, Human Learning, Medical Imaging

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Evaluación auténtica

      Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, Student-Centred Learning, Course Development, Curriculum Planning, Pedagogy, Education and Training, Data Collection, Student Engagement, Research Methodologies, Learning Strategies

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      41 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Getting Started with Facebook Pixel

      Skills you'll gain: Target Audience, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Online Advertising, Social Media, Web Analytics

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Free
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      Goldman Sachs

      Fundamentos de Negociação com o 10,000 Women da Goldman Sachs

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Active Listening, Goal Setting, Communication, Rapport Building, Relationship Building, Expectation Management, Business Planning

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      52 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The State University of New York

      تطوير تميزك المهني والتدريب الذاتي

      Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Training and Development, Lifelong Learning, Strategic Decision-Making, Management Training And Development, Professional Development, Personal Development, Performance Measurement, Employee Performance Management, Needs Assessment, Self-Awareness, Benchmarking, Organizational Skills, Willingness To Learn, Portfolio Management, Gap Analysis, Goal Setting

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      American Politics, Society, and History

      Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Political Sciences, Diversity Awareness, Social Justice, Culture, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Public Policies, Governance

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      ESG Challenges and Solutions for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Accountability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Ethical Standards And Conduct, Compliance Management, Regulatory Compliance, Corporate Sustainability, Overcoming Objections, Regulatory Requirements, Organizational Change, Stakeholder Engagement, Advocacy, Corporate Strategy, Change Management

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Community Awareness: Police Brutality in the U.S.

      Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Social Justice, Community and Social Work, Advocacy, Cultural Responsiveness, Journalism, Public Safety and National Security, Diversity Awareness, Public History, Public Policies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Music

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Manufacturing Industry 101: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Get more followers by finding trending keywords and hashtags: Coursera Project Network
    • Human Health Risks, Health Equity, and Environmental Justice: University of Michigan
    • Blockchain : enjeux et mécanismes cryptographiques: Institut Mines-Télécom
    • Neuroscience Methods: Johns Hopkins University
    • Evaluación auténtica: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Getting Started with Facebook Pixel: Coursera Project Network
    • Fundamentos de Negociação com o 10,000 Women da Goldman Sachs: Goldman Sachs
    • تطوير تميزك المهني والتدريب الذاتي: The State University of New York
    • American Politics, Society, and History: O.P. Jindal Global 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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