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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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    Find the Best Social Work Course for Your Goals

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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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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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

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      52 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      JavaScript Essentials For Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Event-Driven Programming, Web Design and Development, Interactive Design, Web Applications, Interaction Design, Scripting, UI Components, Web Development, Scripting Languages, Data Validation

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      26 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Digital Wireframe with Figma

      Skills you'll gain: Wireframing, Figma (Design Software), Design Reviews, User Interface (UI), Collaborative Software, Prototyping, Design Software, Digital Design

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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Paralegals: Streamlining Legal Drafting

      Skills you'll gain: Legal Research, Generative AI, Workflow Management, Business Process Automation, Operational Efficiency, Artificial Intelligence, Productivity Software, Automation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Security, Emerging Technologies

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Deep Teaching Solutions

      Critical Thinking & Logic: Real-World Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Deductive Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, Critical Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Problem Solving, Analytical Skills, Creative Thinking, Independent Thinking, Strategic Thinking, Innovation, Decision Making, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      ESSEC Business School

      Belles histoires d'entreprises à impact

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Waste Minimization, Business Ethics, Environment and Resource Management, Socioeconomics, Business Transformation, Program Evaluation, Entrepreneurship, Product Lifecycle Management, Investments, Market Opportunities, Business Modeling, Innovation, Stakeholder Engagement

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Statistics and Data Analysis with Excel: Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Descriptive Statistics, Data Analysis, Statistical Inference, Data Visualization, Box Plots, Histogram, Statistical Methods, Data Visualization Software, Variance Analysis, Probability Distribution

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Envejecimiento y Derechos Humanos

      Skills you'll gain: Gerontology, Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, Human Services, Cultural Diversity, Advocacy, Community Development, Public Policies

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Cambio Climático: México en el contexto de América Latina

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Policy, Environmental Issue, Environment, Social Justice, Socioeconomics, Public Policies, International Relations, Environment and Resource Management, Mitigation, Economics, Environmental Science, Public Health, Education and Training

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

      Introducción a la Responsabilidad Social Universitaria

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Higher Education, Cultural Responsiveness, Community and Social Work, Community Development, Student Support and Services, Cultural Diversity, Curriculum Planning, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Environment and Resource Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      39 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      ESSEC Business School

      Originalité et modernité du mutualisme

      Skills you'll gain: Insurance, Financial Services, Financial Regulations, Compliance Training, Governance, Risk Management, Social Work, Innovation, Environmental Issue, Customer Data Management, Digital Transformation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • ESG Challenges and Solutions for Business: Duke University
    • Fundamentos de Negociação com o 10,000 Women da Goldman Sachs: Goldman Sachs
    • JavaScript Essentials For Beginners : Coursera Project Network
    • Create a Digital Wireframe with Figma: Coursera Project Network
    • GenAI for Paralegals: Streamlining Legal Drafting: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Critical Thinking & Logic: Real-World Skills: Deep Teaching Solutions
    • Belles histoires d'entreprises à impact: ESSEC Business School
    • Statistics and Data Analysis with Excel: Essentials: Macquarie University
    • Envejecimiento y Derechos Humanos: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Cambio Climático: México en el contexto de América Latina: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    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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