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    • H

      HEC Paris

      Devenir entrepreneur du changement

      Skills you'll gain: Project Implementation, Entrepreneurship, Self-Awareness, Ideation, Personal Development, New Business Development, Empowerment, Strategic Thinking, Visionary, Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Initiative and Leadership, Business Modeling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      625 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Image and Video Processing: From Mars to Hollywood with a Stop at the Hospital

      Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Digital Communications, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Medical Imaging, Applied Mathematics, Spatial Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Matlab, Mathematical Modeling, Algorithms, Probability Distribution

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Use Canva to Create Social Media Marketing Designs

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Design, Graphic Design, Branding

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.5K reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Toronto

      iOS App Development with Swift

      Skills you'll gain: Apple iOS, iOS Development, Swift Programming, Model View Controller, Apple Xcode, Mobile Development, User Interface (UI), User Interface (UI) Design, Objective-C (Programming Language), UI Components, Animations, Application Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Application Frameworks, Interaction Design, Programming Principles, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Graphics, Image Analysis, Computer Vision

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.6K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • T

      The Pennsylvania State University

      Epidemics - the Dynamics of Infectious Diseases

      Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Microbiology, Public Health, Social Sciences, Community Health, Emerging Technologies, Mathematical Modeling, Molecular Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.7K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Queen Mary University of London

      Market Research

      Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Proposal Development, Market Research, Research Reports, Data Collection, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Data Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Survey Creation, Statistical Analysis, Surveys, Correlation Analysis, Quantitative Research, Research, Science and Research, Market Analysis, Focus Group, Regression Analysis, Content Performance Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      471 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      New Learning: Principles and Patterns of Pedagogy

      Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Education and Training, Teaching, Blended Learning, Human Learning, Differentiated Instruction, Higher Education, Instructional Strategies, Education Software and Technology, Cultural Diversity, Lifelong Learning, Curriculum Development, Visionary, Student Engagement, Adaptability, Collaboration

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      319 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universidad de Chile

      Competencias Laborales: Perfiles, Evaluación y Capacitación.

      Skills you'll gain: Training Programs, Employee Training, Job Analysis, Performance Review, Developing Training Materials, Performance Appraisal, Job Evaluation, Training and Development, Employee Performance Management, Process Mapping, Gap Analysis

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      414 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      اعمل بذكاء أكبر لا بجهد أكثر: إدارة الوقت الشخصي والمهني

      Skills you'll gain: Time Management, Planning, Delegation Skills, Resource Management, Expectation Management, Organizational Skills, Productivity, Personal Development, Prioritization, Overcoming Obstacles, Goal Setting, Decision Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      809 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of California San Diego

      Algorithms on Graphs

      Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Algorithms, Network Routing, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Network Analysis, Pseudocode, Network Model

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      G

      Google

      Regression Analysis: Simplify Complex Data Relationships

      Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Correlation Analysis, Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Supervised Learning, Variance Analysis, Machine Learning Methods, Python Programming

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      530 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      Tel Aviv University

      The Holocaust - An Introduction (I): Nazi Germany: Ideology, The Jews and the World

      Skills you'll gain: Public History, World History, European History, Social Justice, Research, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Policy Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Devenir entrepreneur du changement: HEC Paris
    • Image and Video Processing: From Mars to Hollywood with a Stop at the Hospital: Duke University
    • Use Canva to Create Social Media Marketing Designs: Coursera Project Network
    • iOS App Development with Swift: University of Toronto
    • Epidemics - the Dynamics of Infectious Diseases: The Pennsylvania State University
    • Market Research: Queen Mary University of London
    • New Learning: Principles and Patterns of Pedagogy : University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Competencias Laborales: Perfiles, Evaluación y Capacitación.: Universidad de Chile
    • اعمل بذكاء أكبر لا بجهد أكثر: إدارة الوقت الشخصي والمهني: University of California, Irvine
    • Algorithms on Graphs: University of California San Diego

    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.

    Skills you can learn in Leadership And Management

    Leadership (53)
    Project Management (30)
    Plan (25)
    Planning (24)
    Modeling (17)
    Analytics (16)
    Human Resources (16)
    Decision-making (15)
    Change Management (14)
    Innovation (14)
    Negotiation (14)
    Human Resource Management (13)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Social Work

    Popular courses include Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change from the University of Michigan and Using Public Policy for Social Change from the University of Michigan. These courses explore topics such as counseling techniques, trauma-informed care, public policy, and advocacy.‎

    Yes. Many social work–related courses offer a free audit option, giving you access to video lectures and reading materials at no cost. To earn a certificate or complete assessments, you’ll need to pay or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn about human behavior, case management, ethics, mental health, community development, and working with diverse populations. Some courses also explore social welfare systems, cultural competency, and techniques for supporting individuals and families in crisis.‎

    Not necessarily. Many courses are beginner-friendly and introduce key social work concepts from the ground up. More advanced options may be better suited for learners with some experience in social sciences or community service.‎

    Yes. While Coursera doesn’t offer a full degree in social work, its courses can help you explore the field, build practical skills, and prepare for further education or roles in social services, counseling, nonprofit work, and community outreach.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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