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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 New Mexico

      Entrepreneurial Strategic Management

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Business Metrics, Organizational Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Competitive Analysis, Performance Measurement, Market Dynamics, Innovation, Business Economics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      322 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of London

      C++ Programming: Classes and Data

      Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Program Development, Data Management

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      61 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Planning for a Google Workspace Deployment

      Skills you'll gain: Change Management, Data Migration, Organizational Change, Google Workspace, Application Deployment, User Provisioning, Cloud Computing, Active Directory, Interoperability, Email Security, End User Training and Support

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      396 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Cybersecurity Policy for Aviation and Internet Infrastructures

      Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure Security, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Security Assessment, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Management Framework, Technology Roadmaps, Network Infrastructure, Transportation Operations, Infrastructure Architecture, Mobile Security

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      257 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      More on Change and Sustainability

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainability Reporting, Organizational Change, Business Reporting, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Sustainability, Leadership and Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Change Management, Stakeholder Management, Political Sciences, Design, Product Design, Packaging and Labeling, Leadership, Product Lifecycle Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      105 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      مهارات العمل الجماعي: التواصل الفعّال في مجموعات

      Skills you'll gain: Teamwork, Conflict Management, Negotiation, Innovation, Team Building, Collaboration, Creativity, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Virtual Teams, Media and Communications, Cultural Diversity, Diversity and Inclusion, Decision Making, Digital Communications

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      357 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Lesson | Get Ready for the Interview

      Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Professionalism, Communication Strategies, Communication, Executive Presence, Self-Awareness

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      115 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Intimacy of Creativity: Entering the Minds of Composers

      Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music Theory, Music, Music History, Classical Music, Creativity

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      78 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      A Business Approach to Sustainable Landscape Restoration

      Skills you'll gain: Natural Resource Management, Business Modeling, Corporate Sustainability, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Complex Problem Solving, Stakeholder Management, Cost Benefit Analysis, Strategic Partnership, Innovation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      96 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Queen Mary University of London

      Stepping Up: Preparing Yourself for Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Leadership Development, Leadership, Executive Presence, Time Management, Leadership and Management, Influencing, Conflict Management, Professional Development, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Communication, Adaptability

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      55 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Creating Interactive Learning Videos with Edpuzzle

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Administración de Proyectos Project

      Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Work Breakdown Structure, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Communication Planning, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Scoping, Project Documentation, Budget Management, Project Planning, Resource Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Peer Review

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      329 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Entrepreneurial Strategic Management: University of New Mexico
    • C++ Programming: Classes and Data: University of London
    • Planning for a Google Workspace Deployment: Google Cloud
    • Cybersecurity Policy for Aviation and Internet Infrastructures: University of Colorado System
    • More on Change and Sustainability: University of Colorado System
    • مهارات العمل الجماعي: التواصل الفعّال في مجموعات: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Lesson | Get Ready for the Interview: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • Intimacy of Creativity: Entering the Minds of Composers: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • A Business Approach to Sustainable Landscape Restoration: Erasmus University Rotterdam
    • Stepping Up: Preparing Yourself for Leadership: Queen Mary University of London

    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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