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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

    • U

      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Ley de protección de datos. Conoce tus derechos

      Skills you'll gain: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Personally Identifiable Information, Information Privacy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Data Security, Data Governance, Data Ethics, Data Sharing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      136 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Tokyo

      Interactive Teaching(インタラクティブ・ティーチング)

      Skills you'll gain: Syllabus Development, Interactive Learning, Lesson Planning, Instructional Design, Train The Trainer, Higher Education, Motivational Skills, Learning Strategies, Goal Setting, Public Speaking

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • E

      Emory University

      The Bible's Prehistory, Purpose, and Political Future

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Social Studies, Liberal Arts, Political Sciences, World History, Culture, Community Development, Education and Training, Storytelling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      287 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      U

      Universidad Austral

      Pilares de Marketing Digital

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Marketing, Customer Relationship Management, Social Media, Digital Media Strategy, Social Media Strategy, Marketing Analytics, Marketing Strategies, Online Advertising, Web Analytics, Marketing, Sales Process, Business Analytics, Search Engine Marketing, Email Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Content Performance Analysis, Target Audience

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Developing Industrial Internet of Things

      Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Internet Of Things, Machine Learning Algorithms, Embedded Systems, Engineering Documentation, Product Development, Product Planning, Data Analysis, Debugging, General Networking, Telecommunications, Data Processing, Model Based Systems Engineering, Product Requirements, IBM Cloud, Electronic Systems, File Systems, Wireless Networks, Failure Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      814 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • T

      The World Bank Group

      Bajemos la temperatura: De la ciencia climática a la acción

      Skills you'll gain: Resilience, Environment, Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Policy, Water Resources, Scientific Methods, Adaptability, Environmental Science, Collaboration, Action Oriented, Energy and Utilities, Innovation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      246 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Minnesota

      Recommender Systems

      Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Machine Learning Algorithms, Taxonomy, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Performance Metric, Spreadsheet Software, Data Collection, Performance Measurement, Benchmarking, Usability Testing, Exploratory Data Analysis, A/B Testing, Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Technical Design, Algorithms, System Design and Implementation, Predictive Modeling

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      823 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Introduction to Graph Theory

      Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Combinatorics, Network Analysis, Data Structures, Network Routing, Algorithms, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Theoretical Computer Science, Program Development

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of London

      Business Sustainability in the Circular Economy

      Skills you'll gain: Reverse Logistics, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Business Ethics, Sustainability Reporting, Environmental Issue, Waste Minimization, Environmental Regulations, Business Strategies, Socioeconomics, Logistics Management, Employee Engagement, Innovation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      234 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • D

      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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      California Institute of the Arts

      Web Design: Strategy and Information Architecture

      Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, Persona (User Experience), UI/UX Strategy, User Experience Design, Web Design, Wireframing, User Research, Mockups, Usability Testing, Agile Methodology, Waterfall Methodology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Beyond the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Addressing Sustainability and Development

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Environmental Science, Complex Problem Solving, Solution Delivery, Environment, Socioeconomics, Systems Thinking, Social Justice, Sustainability Reporting, Environmental Policy, Economics

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      661 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Ley de protección de datos. Conoce tus derechos: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Interactive Teaching(インタラクティブ・ティーチング): The University of Tokyo
    • The Bible's Prehistory, Purpose, and Political Future: Emory University
    • Pilares de Marketing Digital: Universidad Austral
    • Developing Industrial Internet of Things: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Bajemos la temperatura: De la ciencia climática a la acción: The World Bank Group
    • Recommender Systems: University of Minnesota
    • Introduction to Graph Theory: University of California San Diego
    • Business Sustainability in the Circular Economy: University of London
    • Image and Video Processing: From Mars to Hollywood with a Stop at the Hospital: Duke 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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