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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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      Johns Hopkins University

      Effective Presentations and Persuasive Writing

      Skills you'll gain: Request for Proposal, Presentations, Technical Communication, Persuasive Communication, Proposal Writing, Business Writing, Intercultural Competence, Public Speaking, Design Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, Strategic Communication, Innovation, Professional Development, Target Audience

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Data Analysis with Python: Inform a Business Decision

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Exploratory Data Analysis, Business Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Python Programming, Data Import/Export, Promotional Strategies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Construction Management Field Operations and Admin Tools

      Skills you'll gain: Construction Management, Project Controls, Construction, Project Schedules, Cost Estimation, Change Control, Contract Management, Project Management, Timelines, Scheduling, Project Documentation, Project Planning, Safety Assurance, Cost Control, Arbitration

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      BCG

      La transformation numérique

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Product Lifecycle Management, Technology Strategies, Design Thinking, Competitive Analysis, Business Process Automation, Growth Strategies, Business Strategies, Technology Roadmaps, Emerging Technologies, Business Economics, Innovation, Leadership, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Number Sense for Primary Education with PhET Simulations

      Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Interactive Learning, Pedagogy, Lesson Planning, Mathematics Education, Discussion Facilitation, Education Software and Technology, Simulations, Arithmetic, Cultural Responsiveness

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Columbia University

      Become a Peer Sponsor: Intro to Military Transition Support

      Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Goal Setting, Relationship Building, Active Listening, Mindfulness, Student Support and Services, Crisis Intervention, Mentorship, Collaboration, Personal Development, Mental Health, Resourcefulness, Strategic Thinking

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Recoger datos con SurveyMonkey

      Skills you'll gain: Employee Surveys, User Accounts, Social Media, User Feedback, Data Sharing, Presentations, Data Analysis Software

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Marketing e Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Marketing Strategies, Digital Marketing, Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Sales Strategy, Customer Analysis, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Visualization Software, Customer Engagement, Market Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data Analysis, Target Market, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, E-Commerce, Performance Measurement, Customer Insights

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas

      Urban Landscapes of Care - Designing child friendly cities

      Skills you'll gain: Childhood Education and Development, Child Development, Community Development, Working With Children, Human Centered Design, Design Research, Qualitative Research, Graphical Tools, Design Strategies, Design, Program Evaluation, Collaboration, Communication Strategies, Cultural Diversity, Empathy

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Imperial College London

      Migration and health

      Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Public Health, Health Systems, Health Policy, Immigration Law, Governance, Public Policies, Demography, Policy Analysis, Research

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Develop Linkedin designs with Visme

      Skills you'll gain: Promotional Materials, Marketing Materials, LinkedIn, Content Creation, Social Media Content, Social Media, Graphic Design, Content Marketing, Digital Content, Digital Marketing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Gemini for Beginners: Develop a Social Media Marketing Plan

      Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Calendar Management, Scheduling, Google Sheets, Project Management Software, Social Media Marketing, Team Management, Content Creation, Social Media Strategy, Artificial Intelligence

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Effective Presentations and Persuasive Writing: Johns Hopkins University
    • Data Analysis with Python: Inform a Business Decision: Coursera Project Network
    • Construction Management Field Operations and Admin Tools: University of Maryland, College Park
    • La transformation numérique: BCG
    • Number Sense for Primary Education with PhET Simulations: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Become a Peer Sponsor: Intro to Military Transition Support: Columbia University
    • Recoger datos con SurveyMonkey: Coursera Project Network
    • Marketing e Data Science: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Urban Landscapes of Care - Designing child friendly cities: Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas
    • Migration and health: Imperial College London

    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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