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      Lund University

      Artificial Intelligence: Ethics & Societal Challenges

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Social Justice, Algorithms, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Information Privacy, Political Sciences, Emerging Technologies, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      272 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Lausanne

      Challenging Forensic Science: How Science Should Speak to Court

      Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Legal Proceedings, Scientific Methods, Statistical Analysis, Report Writing, Probability & Statistics, Research, Technical Communication, Verification And Validation, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      511 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Iniciación y Planificación de Proyectos

      Skills you'll gain: Project Scoping, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Planning, Project Management, Influencing, Leadership and Management, Conflict Management, Human Resources Management and Planning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      4.5K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Duke University

      Machine Learning Foundations for Product Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Decision Tree Learning, Computer Vision, Supervised Learning, Natural Language Processing, Random Forest Algorithm, Algorithms, Performance Metric

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      554 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      FinTech Law and Policy

      Skills you'll gain: FinTech, Financial Regulation, Mobile Banking, Financial Services, Payment Systems, Financial Regulations, Commercial Lending, Financial Industry Regulatory Authorities, Bank Regulations, Banking, Banking Services, Consumer Lending, Regulatory Compliance, Blockchain, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Payment Processing, Financial Data, Digital Assets

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      874 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      The University of Edinburgh

      Understanding Obesity

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Student-Centred Learning, Health Disparities, Research, Nutrition and Diet, Behavioral Health, Peer Review, Social Sciences, Psychology, Stress Management, Economics, Biology, Neurology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      845 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
      U

      University of Michigan

      Introduction to User Experience Principles and Processes

      Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, User Experience, User Centered Design, Interaction Design, Prototyping, Usability Testing, Design Thinking, Human Computer Interaction, Human Factors, User Interface (UI) Design, Ideation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      IBM

      Introduction to Web Development with HTML, CSS, JavaScript

      Skills you'll gain: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), HTML and CSS, Web Development, Web Development Tools, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Front-End Web Development, Web Design, Javascript, Interactive Design, Web Applications, Full-Stack Web Development, Back-End Web Development

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      2.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Michigan State University

      Write A Feature Length Screenplay For Film Or Television

      Skills you'll gain: Storyboarding, Writing, Writing and Editing, Storytelling, Peer Review

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      280 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Negociações de sucesso: estratégias e habilidades essenciais (em Português)

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Mediation, Arbitration, Price Negotiation, Legal Strategy, Planning, Strategic Planning, Conflict Management, Communication, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.5K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      HRCI

      Learning and Development

      Skills you'll gain: Training and Development, Training Programs, Employee Training, Developing Training Materials, Adult Education, Drive Engagement, Employee Engagement, Compliance Training, Instructional Design, Management Training And Development, Workforce Development, On-The-Job Training, Needs Assessment, Program Evaluation, Professional Development, Learning Styles, Return On Investment

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      708 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Leading Teams: Building Effective Team Cultures

      Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Team Management, Team Motivation, Teamwork, Safety Culture, Diversity and Inclusion, Employee Engagement, Team Leadership, Growth Mindedness, Culture Transformation, Problem Solving, Organizational Change, Innovation, Cognitive flexibility, Systems Thinking, Adaptability, Willingness To Learn, Creativity, Leadership

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Artificial Intelligence: Ethics & Societal Challenges: Lund University
    • Challenging Forensic Science: How Science Should Speak to Court: University of Lausanne
    • Iniciación y Planificación de Proyectos: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Machine Learning Foundations for Product Managers: Duke University
    • FinTech Law and Policy: Duke University
    • Understanding Obesity: The University of Edinburgh
    • Introduction to User Experience Principles and Processes: University of Michigan
    • Introduction to Web Development with HTML, CSS, JavaScript: IBM
    • Write A Feature Length Screenplay For Film Or Television: Michigan State University
    • Negociações de sucesso: estratégias e habilidades essenciais (em Português): University of Michigan

    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.

    Skills you can learn in Leadership And Management

    Leadership (53)
    Project Management (30)
    Plan (25)
    Planning (24)
    Modeling (17)
    Analytics (16)
    Human Resources (16)
    Decision-making (15)
    Change Management (14)
    Innovation (14)
    Negotiation (14)
    Human Resource Management (13)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Social Work

    Popular courses include Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change from the University of Michigan and Using Public Policy for Social Change from the University of Michigan. These courses explore topics such as counseling techniques, trauma-informed care, public policy, and advocacy.‎

    Yes. Many social work–related courses offer a free audit option, giving you access to video lectures and reading materials at no cost. To earn a certificate or complete assessments, you’ll need to pay or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn about human behavior, case management, ethics, mental health, community development, and working with diverse populations. Some courses also explore social welfare systems, cultural competency, and techniques for supporting individuals and families in crisis.‎

    Not necessarily. Many courses are beginner-friendly and introduce key social work concepts from the ground up. More advanced options may be better suited for learners with some experience in social sciences or community service.‎

    Yes. While Coursera doesn’t offer a full degree in social work, its courses can help you explore the field, build practical skills, and prepare for further education or roles in social services, counseling, nonprofit work, and community outreach.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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