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    Find the Best Social Work Course for Your Goals

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      SkillUp EdTech

      Product Management: Initial Product Strategy and Plan

      Skills you'll gain: Product Lifecycle Management, Product Roadmaps, Product Management, Product Planning, New Product Development, Product Strategy, Project Management Life Cycle, Agile Product Development, Business Planning, User Requirements Documents, Team Building, Competitive Analysis, Market Research, Market Analysis, Marketing Strategies, Risk Management, Financial Analysis

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      136 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Information Design

      Skills you'll gain: Graphic and Visual Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Mockups, Web Design, Responsive Web Design, Design, Typography, Wireframing, Design Elements And Principles, Usability, Interaction Design, UI Components, Prototyping

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      576 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Inicio y planificación de proyectos

      Skills you'll gain: Project Planning, Conflict Management, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Project Scoping, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Management Life Cycle, Stakeholder Communications, Influencing, Organizational Structure

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      539 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Sesenta años de inteligencia artificial

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Ethics, Social Sciences, Generative AI, Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning, Emerging Technologies, Human Computer Interaction, Information Privacy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      451 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Marketing digital e e-commerce do Google

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Email Marketing, Google Ads, Digital Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Google Analytics, Customer Retention, Digital Marketing, Marketing Budgets, Loyalty Programs, Order Fulfillment, Search Engine Marketing, Web Analytics, Marketing Analytics, Media Planning, Content Creation, A/B Testing, Online Advertising, Copywriting

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      311 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Educación Social: Ámbitos de acción y reflexión

      Skills you'll gain: Social Work, Social Justice, Community and Social Work, Education Software and Technology, Pedagogy, Working With Children, Adult Learning Principles, Cultural Diversity, Gerontology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      90 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Programación y presupuesto del proyecto

      Skills you'll gain: Cost Management, Project Controls, Project Schedules, Project Performance, Earned Value Management, Cost Estimation, Project Estimation, Budget Management, Timelines, Scheduling, Project Planning, Cost Control, Budgeting, Performance Measurement, Resource Allocation, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Analysis, Estimation, Resource Management, Forecasting

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.6K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Università di Napoli Federico II

      English Lower Intermediate B1.1

      Skills you'll gain: English Language, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Literacy, Oral Comprehension, Grammar

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      192 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Aromatherapy: Clinical Use of Essential Oils

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Nursing, Patient Evaluation, Nursing Practices, Nursing Care, Pharmacology, Clinical Research, Treatment Planning, Patient Safety, Contraindication, Patient Education And Counseling, Stress Management, Health Care Procedure and Regulation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      492 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Emory University

      Getting a Consulting Job

      Skills you'll gain: Business Consulting, Management Consulting, Interviewing Skills, Professional Networking, Recruitment, Project Management, Business Communication, Team Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Complex Problem Solving, Communication

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      409 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Houston

      American Deaf Culture

      Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Social Justice, Culture, Diversity Awareness, Sociology, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Special Education, Education and Training, Non-Verbal Communication, Civil Law

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      381 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Adapt your leadership style

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership Development, Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Organizational Change, Influencing, Diversity and Inclusion, Self-Awareness, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      982 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Product Management: Initial Product Strategy and Plan: SkillUp EdTech
    • Information Design: University of California San Diego
    • Inicio y planificación de proyectos: University of California, Irvine
    • Sesenta años de inteligencia artificial: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Marketing digital e e-commerce do Google: Google
    • Educación Social: Ámbitos de acción y reflexión: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Programación y presupuesto del proyecto: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • English Lower Intermediate B1.1: Università di Napoli Federico II
    • Aromatherapy: Clinical Use of Essential Oils: University of Minnesota
    • Getting a Consulting Job: Emory 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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