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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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      Johns Hopkins University

      Large-Scale Database Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Data Warehousing, Apache Hadoop, Distributed Computing, Scalability, Transaction Processing, Database Systems, Relational Databases, Database Management, Database Architecture and Administration, Databases, Cloud Computing, Query Languages, Big Data, Data Processing, Machine Learning, SQL, Data Access, Performance Tuning, Data Integrity, Authorization (Computing)

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Copy.AI for Beginners: Generate texts for various use cases

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Content Creation, Branding, File Management

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Special Topics and Specialization Wrap-up

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Purchasing, Procurement, Consolidation, Strategic Sourcing, Supply Management, Supplier Management, Corporate Sustainability, Diversity Programs, Knowledge Transfer, Performance Measurement

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Integrating Apps into Your Hootsuite Dashboard

      Skills you'll gain: Scheduling, Social Media Management, Social Media Content, Social Media, Cloud-Based Integration, Productivity Software, Dashboard, Digital Marketing, Business

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Negociação e Relações Interculturais

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Intercultural Competence, Relationship Building, Cultural Diversity, International Relations, Business Ethics, Interpersonal Communications, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Communication, Strategic Partnership

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Dartmouth College

      The American Renaissance and Walt Whitman

      Skills you'll gain: Editing, Writing, World History, Liberal Arts, Social Studies

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)

      Blockchain Theory and Applications I

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Transaction Processing, Encryption, Data Structures, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Network Protocols, Distributed Computing, Algorithms

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Storying the Self: (Re)Claiming our Voices

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Storytelling, Social Skills, Empathy, Cognitive flexibility, Initiative and Leadership, Creativity, Cultural Diversity, Leadership, Self-Awareness, Social Justice, Communication

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Comment créer des stories Facebook et Instagram avec Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Storytelling, Social Media Content, Creative Design, Graphic Design, Content Creation, Digital Marketing

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      Networking Fundamentals & Network Access

      Skills you'll gain: Network Administration, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), General Networking, Network Architecture, TCP/IP, Local Area Networks, Computer Networking, Command-Line Interface, Network Infrastructure, Wireless Networks, Network Security, Network Switches, OSI Models, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Network Routing, Network Protocols

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Getting started with Prezi for small businesses

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Materials, Presentations, Social Media Content, Content Creation, Promotional Materials, Brand Awareness, Marketing Design, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Graphic Design, Branding, User Accounts, Business Communication

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Colorado System

      Exploring the Origins of Selfhood

      Skills you'll gain: Culture, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Diversity Awareness, Liberal Arts, Human Development, World History, Psychology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Social Sciences, Sociology, Digital Communications

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Large-Scale Database Systems: Johns Hopkins University
    • Copy.AI for Beginners: Generate texts for various use cases: Coursera Project Network
    • Special Topics and Specialization Wrap-up: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Integrating Apps into Your Hootsuite Dashboard: Coursera Project Network
    • Negociação e Relações Interculturais: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • The American Renaissance and Walt Whitman: Dartmouth College
    • Blockchain Theory and Applications I: Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)
    • Storying the Self: (Re)Claiming our Voices: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Comment créer des stories Facebook et Instagram avec Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Networking Fundamentals & Network Access: Packt

    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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