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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

      Foundations of Health Equity Research

      Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Health Disparities, Public Health, Health Policy, Community Health, Epidemiology, Health Systems, Patient Education and Support, Research Design, Research, Cultural Responsiveness, Media and Communications

      4.8
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of London

      Fundamentals of International Business

      Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Global Marketing, Social Sciences, International Relations, Business Management, Business, Political Sciences, Business Economics, Corporate Sustainability, Intercultural Competence, Business Strategy, Cultural Diversity, Corporate Strategy, Economics

      4.6
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de Chile

      Criterios para la Gestión y el Aseguramiento de la Calidad en la Educación Superior

      Skills you'll gain: Higher Education, Teaching, Education and Training, Accountability, Pedagogy, Program Standards, Human Learning, Instructional Strategies, Program Evaluation, Student Engagement, Research, Policy Development

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      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      89 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Scalable Machine Learning on Big Data using Apache Spark

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, PySpark, Applied Machine Learning, Big Data, Machine Learning Methods, Data Storage, Data Pipelines, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Distributed Computing, Data Processing, Data Science, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de Palermo

      E-commerce Academy

      Skills you'll gain: E-Commerce, Branding, Online Advertising, Entrepreneurship, Sales, Social Media, Business Development, Social Media Marketing, Payment Systems, Web Design and Development, Logistics, User Experience, Market Trend

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      149 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Adobe

      Multimedia Content Creation

      Skills you'll gain: Content Creation, Web Content, Multimedia, Infographics, Storyboarding, Video Production, Visual Design, Adobe Creative Cloud, Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Digital Media Strategy, Animations, Storytelling, Communication

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Data Storage and Queries

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storage, Data Storage Technologies, Query Languages, Data Lakes, Database Systems, SQL, Databases, Data Architecture, Cloud Storage, Data Warehousing, Amazon Web Services, Amazon S3, Performance Tuning

      4.8
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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      لغة الجسد | Body Language

      Skills you'll gain: Non-Verbal Communication, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Recognizing Others, Active Listening

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      116 reviews

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      University of California, Davis

      Research Report: Delivering Insights

      Skills you'll gain: Data Synthesis, Data Storytelling, Presentations, Marketing, Data Visualization Software, Market Research, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft PowerPoint, Advertising, Customer Insights, Data Analysis, Verbal Communication Skills, Target Audience, Strategic Marketing, Market Analysis, Digital Marketing

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      L&T EduTech

      Electrical Power Distribution

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Electrical Power, Electrical Substation, Electric Power Systems, Low Voltage, Three-Phase, High Voltage, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Safety, Control Systems, Construction, Programmable Logic Controllers, Automation Engineering, Network Protocols

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      University of Michigan

      Generative AI as a Learning Design Partner

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Ideation, Education Software and Technology, Course Development, ChatGPT, Instructional Design, Brainstorming, Design Strategies, Artificial Intelligence, Design, Technology Strategies, Data Ethics, Content Creation, Creative Design, Persona Development, Professional Development, Information Privacy

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Anti-Racism

      Skills you'll gain: Community Outreach, Social Justice, Discussion Facilitation, Community Organizing, Diversity Awareness, Advocacy, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Community Development, Diversity Training, Interviewing Skills, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Interpersonal Communications, Sociology, Intercultural Competence, Multimedia

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      306 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Foundations of Health Equity Research: Johns Hopkins University
    • Fundamentals of International Business: University of London
    • Criterios para la Gestión y el Aseguramiento de la Calidad en la Educación Superior: Universidad de Chile
    • Scalable Machine Learning on Big Data using Apache Spark: IBM
    • E-commerce Academy: Universidad de Palermo
    • Multimedia Content Creation: Adobe
    • Data Storage and Queries: DeepLearning.AI
    • لغة الجسد | Body Language: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Research Report: Delivering Insights: University of California, Davis
    • Electrical Power Distribution: L&T EduTech

    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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