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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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      University of Cape Town

      Research for Impact

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Influencing, Research, Strategic Partnership, Program Evaluation, Community Development, Policy Analysis, Change Management, Systems Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Capacity Planning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      182 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Princeton University

      Paradoxes of War

      Skills you'll gain: World History, Culture, Social Sciences, International Relations, Sociology, Conflict Management, Political Sciences, Psychology, Economics, Security Strategy

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      696 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      The Influence of Social Context on Health

      Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Health Disparities, Health Policy, Public Health, Socioeconomics, Community Health, Stress Management, Social Sciences, Mental and Behavioral Health, Sociology, Psychology

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Cape Town

      Teaching Children with Visual Impairment: Creating Empowering Classrooms

      Skills you'll gain: Visual Impairment Education, Differentiated Instruction, Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Teaching, Special Education, Curriculum Development, Disabilities, Instructional Strategies, Education Software and Technology, Empathy, Student Support and Services, Psychosocial Assessments, Working With Children, Diversity and Inclusion, Collaboration, Social Skills

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      191 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de Palermo

      Liderazgo y Desarrollo Personal

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Emotional Intelligence, Digital Transformation, Diversity and Inclusion, Business Leadership, Business Transformation, Diversity Awareness, Leadership, Team Leadership, Professional Development, Leadership and Management, Cultural Diversity, Constructive Feedback, Creativity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Collaboration, Organizational Change, Communication, Adaptability, Telecommuting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      372 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de Chile

      El desafío de Innovar en la Educación Superior

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Teaching, Cultural Diversity, Differentiated Instruction, Classroom Management, Higher Education, Student Engagement, Pedagogy, Innovation, Instructional Strategies, Student-Centred Learning, Curriculum Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      Introduction to the Nonprofit Sector, Nonprofit Organizations, Nonprofit Leadership and Governance

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Governance, Non-Profit Accounting, Leadership and Management, Discussion Facilitation, Philanthropy, Public Administration, Organizational Effectiveness, Performance Review, Organizational Leadership, Community Development, Organizational Structure, Leadership, Constructive Feedback, Business Ethics, Analysis, Decision Making

      4.4
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      206 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Comprender las dimensiones interculturales en la cotidianidad

      Skills you'll gain: Mediation, Culture, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Responsiveness, Diversity Awareness, Language Competency, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Cultural Sensitivity, Interpersonal Communications, Non-Verbal Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      389 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Case Western Reserve University

      Women in Leadership: Inspiring Positive Change

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Leadership Development, Professional Development, Organizational Leadership, Communication, Leadership, Influencing, Personal Development, Empowerment, Business Leadership, Relationship Building, Self-Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Assertiveness

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Managerial Accounting: Tools for Facilitating and Guiding Business Decisions

      Skills you'll gain: Management Accounting, Performance Measurement, Cost Accounting, Variance Analysis, Budgeting, Accounting, Capital Budgeting, Organizational Strategy, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Financial Analysis, Financial Statements, Return On Investment, Organizational Structure, Decision Making

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      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Berklee

      Copyright Law in the Music Business

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Lawsuits, Music, Legal Proceedings, Musical Composition, Legal Strategy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Digital Assets

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      699 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Hiring and Onboarding Employees with ClickUp

      Skills you'll gain: Applicant Tracking Systems, Time Management, Human Resources Software, Employee Onboarding, Timelines, Organizational Skills, Project Management Software, Scheduling, Productivity Software, Document Management

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      487 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Research for Impact: University of Cape Town
    • Paradoxes of War: Princeton University
    • The Influence of Social Context on Health: University of Michigan
    • Teaching Children with Visual Impairment: Creating Empowering Classrooms: University of Cape Town
    • Liderazgo y Desarrollo Personal: Universidad de Palermo
    • El desafío de Innovar en la Educación Superior: Universidad de Chile
    • Introduction to the Nonprofit Sector, Nonprofit Organizations, Nonprofit Leadership and Governance: University at Buffalo
    • Comprender las dimensiones interculturales en la cotidianidad: Universidad de los Andes
    • Women in Leadership: Inspiring Positive Change: Case Western Reserve University
    • Managerial Accounting: Tools for Facilitating and Guiding Business Decisions: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    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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