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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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      Princeton University

      Global Systemic Risk

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Network Analysis, Systems Thinking, World History, International Relations, Financial Systems, Public Health, Governance, Epidemiology, Complex Problem Solving, Economics, Supply Chain

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Human Resources Management Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Change Management, Performance Review, Human Resource Policies, Recruitment, Employee Performance Management, Employee Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion, Interviewing Skills, Human Resources, Human Resource Management, Employee Onboarding, Goal Setting, Health Care Administration, Internal Communications

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      IoT Systems and Industrial Applications with Design Thinking

      Skills you'll gain: User Research, Internet Of Things, Usability Testing, Prototyping, Design Thinking, Ideation, Automation, User Experience Design, User Centered Design, Interaction Design, Human Centered Design, Data Management, Systems Architecture, Control Systems, Embedded Software, Real Time Data, Hardware Architecture, Network Protocols, Systems Integration, Emerging Technologies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      43 reviews

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      Salesforce

      Practical Guide to Navigating Professional Relationships

      Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Writing, Verbal Communication Skills, Cultural Diversity, Empathy, Professional Development, Active Listening, Business Communication, Constructive Feedback, Diversity and Inclusion, Communication, Relationship Building, Public Speaking, Proactivity

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      56 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Ciudades en crisis y nuevas políticas urbanas

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Community Development, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Policy Development, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Digital Transformation, Governance, Technology Strategies, Public Administration, Emerging Technologies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      241 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Art of the MOOC: Experiments with Sound

      Skills you'll gain: World Music, Music History, Music, Musical Composition, Music Theory, Multimedia, Public Affairs, Performing Arts, Music Performance, Electronic Media, Liberal Arts, Experimentation, Creativity, Cultural Diversity, Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      76 reviews

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Applied Calculus with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Integral Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Graphing, Numerical Analysis, Python Programming, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Software, Mathematical Modeling, Derivatives, Programming Principles

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      42 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Healthcare Delivery Providers

      Skills you'll gain: Health Systems, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Leadership Development, Health Care Administration, Medical Management, Organizational Structure, Health Care, Primary Care, Care Coordination, Payment Systems, Health Policy, Hospital Medicine, Innovation, Performance Measurement, Telehealth, Community Health, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)

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      215 reviews

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      The University of Sydney

      Creative Thinking and Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creativity, Creative Problem-Solving, Innovation, Ideation, Brainstorming, Cognitive flexibility, Design Thinking, Open Mindset, Curiosity, Strategic Thinking

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SkillUp

      Office Productivity Software and Windows Fundamentals  

      Skills you'll gain: File Management, Control Panels, Productivity Software, Software Installation, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft 365, Desktop Support, System Configuration

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      67 reviews

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Igualdad de género y derechos humanos

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Responsiveness, Advocacy, Public Policies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      112 reviews

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      Microsoft

      User Interface Design and Prototyping

      Skills you'll gain: Prototyping, Usability Testing, Wireframing, Interaction Design, User Experience Design, Figma (Design Software), Usability, User Interface (UI) Design, Mockups, UI/UX Research, Design Thinking, User Research, Style Guides

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      49 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Global Systemic Risk : Princeton University
    • Human Resources Management Essentials: Johns Hopkins University
    • IoT Systems and Industrial Applications with Design Thinking: LearnQuest
    • Practical Guide to Navigating Professional Relationships: Salesforce
    • Ciudades en crisis y nuevas políticas urbanas: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Art of the MOOC: Experiments with Sound: Duke University
    • Applied Calculus with Python: Johns Hopkins University
    • Healthcare Delivery Providers: University of Minnesota
    • Creative Thinking and Innovation: The University of Sydney
    • Office Productivity Software and Windows Fundamentals  : SkillUp

    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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