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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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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Sustainable high-end tourism

      Skills you'll gain: Service Design, Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Customer Insights, Customer experience strategy (CX), Corporate Sustainability, Consumer Behaviour, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Innovation, Communication

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Football: More than a Game

      Skills you'll gain: Culture, Media and Communications, International Relations, Cultural Diversity, Diplomacy, Socioeconomics, Finance, Social Justice, World History, Governance, Community Development, Data Analysis, Economic Development

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      39 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      AI for Lawyers and Other Advocates

      Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Critical Thinking, Data Ethics, Time Management, Law Practice Management Software, Artificial Intelligence, Legal Risk, Legal Strategy, Communication, Calendar Management, Leadership Development, Lifelong Learning, Professional Development, Constructive Feedback, Analysis, Leadership, Creativity, Prompt Engineering, Presentations, Generative AI

      4.5
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      The University of Melbourne

      The French Revolution

      Skills you'll gain: World History, European History, Social Sciences, International Relations, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Economics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      324 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      The Epistemic Quest for Truth: Introduction to epistemology

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Scientific Methods, Investigation

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      111 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Washington

      Lesson | Business English Skills: Introducing Yourself in Business Settings

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Rapport Building, Relationship Building, Communication, Business Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, English Language

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      228 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Generative AI: Fundamentals, Applications, and Challenges

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Operational Risk, Strategic Thinking, AI Personalization, Automation, Legal Risk, Business, Governance, Social Studies, Data Security, Natural Language Processing, Leadership and Management, Data Quality

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Western Australia

      Recruiting for Diversity and Inclusion

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Diversity, Workforce Planning, Employee Engagement, Recruitment, Recruitment Strategies, Talent Sourcing, Human Resource Strategy, Talent Acquisition, Interviewing Skills, Data Collection, Employee Onboarding, Organizational Effectiveness, Professional Networking, Job Analysis, Business Metrics, LinkedIn, Cultural Sensitivity

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      92 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Indian Institute for Human Settlements

      Shaping Urban Futures

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Community Development, Spatial Analysis, Environmental Issue, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Policy Analysis, Socioeconomics, Systems Thinking, Emerging Technologies, Technology Strategies, Research, Big Data, Research Methodologies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Graphic design: pop your Linkedin with 3D effect using Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), LinkedIn, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Computer Graphic Techniques, Social Media Content, Professional Networking, Design Elements And Principles

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Negotiations

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Trustworthiness, Conflict Management, Relationship Building, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Rapport Building, Influencing, Business Ethics, Professionalism, Overcoming Objections, Stress Management, Active Listening

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Virginia

      Foundations of Diversity and Inclusion at Work TeachOut

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity and Inclusion, Organizational Development, Organizational Change, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Human Resource Strategy, Conflict Management, Leadership, Interpersonal Communications, Business Strategy

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      152 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Sustainable high-end tourism: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Football: More than a Game: The University of Edinburgh
    • AI for Lawyers and Other Advocates: University of Michigan
    • The French Revolution: The University of Melbourne
    • The Epistemic Quest for Truth: Introduction to epistemology: Erasmus University Rotterdam
    • Lesson | Business English Skills: Introducing Yourself in Business Settings : University of Washington
    • Generative AI: Fundamentals, Applications, and Challenges: University of Michigan
    • Recruiting for Diversity and Inclusion: University of Western Australia
    • Shaping Urban Futures: Indian Institute for Human Settlements
    • Graphic design: pop your Linkedin with 3D effect using Canva: Coursera Project Network

    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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