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      University of California, Irvine

      Essentials of Entrepreneurship: Thinking & Action

      Skills you'll gain: Business Planning, Feasibility Studies, Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, Innovation, New Business Development, Business Strategies, Ideation, Financial Analysis, Operational Analysis, Marketing, Human Resources

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Regression Analysis: Simplify Complex Data Relationships

      Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Analytical Skills, Business Analytics, Supervised Learning, Statistical Modeling, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Variance Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Probability & Statistics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Machine Learning, Python Programming

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      Imperial College London

      Foundations of Public Health Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Microbiology, Health Assessment, Sanitation, Program Evaluation, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Health Policy, Preventative Care, Behavioral Economics, Community Health, Data Literacy, Behavioral Health, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, Emergency Response, Health And Safety Standards, Health Systems, Social Studies

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Formación docente basada en la práctica para desarrollar habilidades del siglo XXI

      Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, Education Software and Technology, Pedagogy, Teaching, Student Engagement, Instructional Strategies, Curriculum Development, Social Justice, Innovation, Collaboration

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Philosophy, Science and Religion: Science and Philosophy

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Scientific Methods, General Science and Research, Biology, Systems Thinking, Cultural Diversity, Psychology

      4.5
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Learning, Knowledge, and Human Development

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Child Development, School Psychology, Pedagogy, Human Development, Higher Education, Learning Theory, Psychology, Student Engagement, Social Sciences

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University at Buffalo

      Computer Vision Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Processing, Digital Design, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Programming, Matlab, Algorithms, Calculus, Probability & Statistics

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Managing the Organization

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Organizational Leadership, Business Management, Business Ethics, Change Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Structure, Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Decision Making, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Thinking, Culture, People Analytics

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Conflict Resolution Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Conflict Management, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Mediation, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Cooperation, Collaboration, Planning

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pittsburgh

      Gender and Sexuality: Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Diversity and Inclusion, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Culture, Sociology, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Good with Words: Speaking and Presenting

      Skills you'll gain: Tactfulness, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication, Cognitive flexibility, Communication Strategies, Presentations, Ingenuity, Interpersonal Communications, Rapport Building, Constructive Feedback, Social Skills, Empathy, Professionalism, Active Listening, Optimism, Creativity

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      ESG Risks and Opportunities

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Corporate Sustainability, Investment Management, Portfolio Management, Corporate Strategy, Financial Data, Financial Analysis, Return On Investment, Governance, Environmental Issue

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Essentials of Entrepreneurship: Thinking & Action: University of California, Irvine
    • Regression Analysis: Simplify Complex Data Relationships: Google
    • Foundations of Public Health Practice: Imperial College London
    • Formación docente basada en la práctica para desarrollar habilidades del siglo XXI: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Philosophy, Science and Religion: Science and Philosophy: The University of Edinburgh
    • Learning, Knowledge, and Human Development : University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Computer Vision Basics: University at Buffalo
    • Managing the Organization: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Conflict Resolution Skills: University of California, Irvine
    • Gender and Sexuality: Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace: University of Pittsburgh

    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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