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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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      University of Toronto

      Transformational Leadership for Inclusive Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Influencing, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership, Diversity and Inclusion, Change Management, Team Management, Advocacy, Innovation, Stakeholder Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      98 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EIT Digital

      Privacy in Europe

      Skills you'll gain: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Case Law, Information Privacy, Court Systems, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, European History, Legal Research, Data Security, Civil Law, Governance

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      95 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Unilever

      Measurement and Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Web Analytics, Social Media Campaigns, Digital Marketing, Google Analytics, Social Media Marketing, Search Engine Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Marketing Strategies, Search Engine Optimization, Keyword Research, Marketing Analytics, A/B Testing, Advertising Campaigns, Performance Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Value Propositions

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      49 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      INSEAD

      Generative AI and Blockchain

      Skills you'll gain: Agentic systems, Blockchain, Emerging Technologies, AI Personalization, FinTech, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Semantic Web, Internet Of Things, Web Applications, Distributed Computing, Digital Assets, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Governance

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Networking and Security in iOS Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Core Data (Software), Apple iOS, iOS Development, JSON, Objective-C (Programming Language), OAuth, Authentications, Mobile Development, Single Sign-On (SSO), Secure Coding, Data Store, Cryptographic Protocols, Application Security

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      254 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University at Buffalo

      Data-Driven Process Improvement

      Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Data Collection, Business Process Improvement, Data Strategy, Process Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Performance Measurement, Process Flow Diagrams, Business Analytics, Operational Performance Management, Gap Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Internet Of Things, Data Integrity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      232 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Creating a Free Business Page with Blogger

      Skills you'll gain: Blogs, Google Analytics, Web Analytics, Promotional Strategies, Customer Engagement, Social Media, Content Marketing, Content Creation, Content Management Systems, Business Writing, Marketing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      216 reviews

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      University of California, Irvine

      Academic Discussions in English

      Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, English Language, Social Skills, Constructive Feedback, Active Listening, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Public Speaking, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Analytical Skills

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      125 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Sydney

      Introduction to Advanced Calculus

      Skills you'll gain: Advanced Mathematics, Integral Calculus, Calculus, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Linear Algebra, Physics, Derivatives

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Planning for a Google Workspace Deployment

      Skills you'll gain: Change Management, Data Migration, Organizational Change, Google Workspace, Application Deployment, User Provisioning, Cloud Computing, Active Directory, Interoperability, Email Security, End User Training and Support

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      396 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Kennesaw State University

      AI for Grant Writing

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Grant Writing, ChatGPT, Proposal Writing, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Business Writing, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Surviving Disruptive Technologies (On Demand)

      Skills you'll gain: Emerging Technologies, Technology Strategies, Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Social Media, Innovation, Organizational Change, Competitive Analysis, E-Commerce, Business Strategy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      61 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Transformational Leadership for Inclusive Innovation: University of Toronto
    • Privacy in Europe: EIT Digital
    • Measurement and Analysis: Unilever
    • Generative AI and Blockchain: INSEAD
    • Networking and Security in iOS Applications: University of California, Irvine
    • Data-Driven Process Improvement: University at Buffalo
    • Creating a Free Business Page with Blogger: Coursera Project Network
    • Academic Discussions in English: University of California, Irvine
    • Introduction to Advanced Calculus: The University of Sydney
    • Planning for a Google Workspace Deployment: Google Cloud

    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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