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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

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      Vanderbilt University

      Microsoft 365 Copilot: Personal Productivity for All

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft 365, Target Audience, Microsoft Teams, Productivity Software, Complex Problem Solving, Strategic Communication, Brainstorming, Artificial Intelligence, Communication, Project Management Software, AI Personalization, Generative AI, Project Risk Management, Decision Making

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      185 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      West Virginia University

      Wood Science: Beyond Building

      Skills you'll gain: Economics, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Supply And Demand, Economic Development, Environmental Science, Product Knowledge, Environmental Engineering, Construction, Physical Science, Product Lifecycle Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      781 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Washington

      Lesson | Business English Skills: How to Write Effective Openings and Closings to Emails

      Skills you'll gain: Business Communication, English Language, Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Communication, Professional Networking, Relationship Building, Writing

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      503 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IE Business School

      Marketing Mix Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing, Marketing Channel, Product Strategy, Marketing Communications, Product Management, Promotional Strategies, Marketing Strategies, Brand Management, Integrated Marketing Communications, Cross-Channel Marketing, Advertising, Media Planning, Product Lifecycle Management, Consumer Behaviour, Digital Media Strategy, Retail Store Operations, Conflict Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      Xbox

      Xbox Graphic Designer

      Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Logo Design, Typography, User Interface (UI), Interaction Design, Figma (Design Software), Adobe Illustrator, Design Reviews, Wireframing, Usability, Graphic and Visual Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Adobe Photoshop, Graphic Design, Photo Editing, Game Design, Generative AI, Style Guides, Adobe Creative Cloud

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      40 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Toronto

      Bioinformatic Methods II

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Network Analysis, Data Analysis, Big Data, Data Visualization Software, Scientific Visualization, Structural Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      486 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Meta

      التسويق عبر وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي على فيسبوك

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Budgets, Target Audience, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Content Performance Analysis, Paid media, Social Media Management, Campaign Management, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing Effectiveness, Social Media, Goal Setting, Social Media Strategy, Content Strategy, Advertising, Facebook, Budget Management, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Data Storytelling, Instagram

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      219 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Getting Started on Mainframe with z/OS Commands and Panels

      Skills you'll gain: z/OS, Mainframe Computing, Data Management, Data Storage, Control Panels, Command-Line Interface, System Configuration, User Interface (UI)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      431 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Habilidades de negociación y comunicación efectiva

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Negotiation, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Relationship Building, Emotional Intelligence, Active Listening, Empathy, Decision Making, Critical Thinking

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      285 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Illinois Tech

      Digital Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Pay Per Click Advertising, Digital Marketing, Web Analytics, Email Marketing, Paid media, Digital Advertising, Google Ads, Social Media Campaigns, Marketing Strategies, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Google Analytics, Web Analytics and SEO, Web Design and Development, Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media, Campaign Management, Search Engine Marketing

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      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      42 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rice University

      Introduction to Archaeology

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Timelines, Scientific Methods, Public History, Social Justice, Anthropology, Social Sciences, Environmental Science, Research, Laboratory Research, Peer Review, General Science and Research, Environment, Community Development, Investigation, Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, Geographic Information Systems, Culture, World History

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Villes africaines I: Introduction à la planification urbaine

      Skills you'll gain: Land Development, Governance, Community Development, Civil Engineering, Strategic Partnership, Environmental Policy, Environment, Transportation Operations, Socioeconomics, Finance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      44 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Microsoft 365 Copilot: Personal Productivity for All: Vanderbilt University
    • Wood Science: Beyond Building: West Virginia University
    • Lesson | Business English Skills: How to Write Effective Openings and Closings to Emails: University of Washington
    • Marketing Mix Fundamentals: IE Business School
    • Xbox Graphic Designer: Xbox
    • Bioinformatic Methods II: University of Toronto
    • التسويق عبر وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي على فيسبوك: Meta
    • Getting Started on Mainframe with z/OS Commands and Panels: IBM
    • Habilidades de negociación y comunicación efectiva: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Digital Marketing: Illinois Tech

    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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