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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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    Find the Best Social Work Course for Your Goals

    • P

      Peking University

      社会调查与研究方法 (上)Methodologies in Social Research (Part I)

      Skills you'll gain: Research Methodologies, Research Design, Scientific Methods, Research, Surveys, Science and Research, Social Sciences, Experimentation, Qualitative Research, Data Collection, Sociology, Research Reports, Sample Size Determination, Social Studies, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      50 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      C

      Codio

      Intro to Operating Systems 4: Persistence

      Skills you'll gain: File Systems, Operating Systems, Data Integrity, Debugging, Systems Design, Distributed Computing, Data Storage, C (Programming Language), System Programming, Computer Systems, Command-Line Interface, Data Security, Computer Hardware, Scalability, Version Control

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      52 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Michigan

      Human Health Risks, Health Equity, and Environmental Justice

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Environmental Policy, Risk Management, Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Public Health, Pollution Prevention, Community Health, Vulnerability

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Data Science Coding Challenge: Loan Default Prediction

      Skills you'll gain: Applied Machine Learning, Jupyter, Data Processing, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Data Manipulation, Data Science, Data Analysis, Python Programming

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      96 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of London

      Use C++ to build a Crypto Trading Platform: Final System

      Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Programming Principles, Program Development, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Development Environment, Debugging

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Introduction to Generative AI in Human Resources

      Skills you'll gain: HR Tech, Human Resources, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Recruitment, Talent Recruitment, Employee Engagement, Human Resource Strategy, AI Personalization, Employee Performance Management, Automation, Business Ethics, Diversity and Inclusion, Data-Driven Decision-Making

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Build your business brand using Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Logo Design, Branding, Brand Strategy, Graphic Design, Target Audience, Social Media Content, Marketing Materials, Social Media, Scheduling, Presentations, Content Creation, Social Media Marketing

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      52 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Golf Course Management: Best Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Architecture and Construction, Landscape Architecture, Land Management, Water Resources, Property Maintenance, Environmental Science

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • B

      BCG

      Transformação digital

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Technology Strategies, Business Technologies, Business Process Reengineering, Business Strategy, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, Leadership, Competitive Analysis, Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      G

      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Lesson | Video Conferencing: Face to Face but Online

      Skills you'll gain: Business Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Virtual Teams, Telecommuting, Meeting Facilitation

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      G

      Goldman Sachs

      Social Impact Strategy with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Entrepreneurship, Business Ethics, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Measurement, Stakeholder Engagement, Goal Setting, Business Analysis, Value Propositions, Business Management, Strategic Planning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Western Australia

      Understanding Diversity and Inclusion

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Diversity, Employee Engagement, Data Collection, Recruitment Strategies, Recruitment, Business Metrics

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • 社会调查与研究方法 (上)Methodologies in Social Research (Part I): Peking University
    • Intro to Operating Systems 4: Persistence: Codio
    • Human Health Risks, Health Equity, and Environmental Justice: University of Michigan
    • Data Science Coding Challenge: Loan Default Prediction: Coursera Project Network
    • Use C++ to build a Crypto Trading Platform: Final System: University of London
    • Introduction to Generative AI in Human Resources: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Build your business brand using Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Golf Course Management: Best Practices: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Transformação digital: BCG
    • Lesson | Video Conferencing: Face to Face but Online: Georgia Institute of Technology

    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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