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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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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Marketing e Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Marketing Strategies, Digital Marketing, Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Sales Strategy, Customer Analysis, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Visualization Software, Customer Engagement, Market Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data Analysis, Target Market, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, E-Commerce, Performance Measurement, Customer Insights

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Number Sense for Primary Education with PhET Simulations

      Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Interactive Learning, Pedagogy, Lesson Planning, Mathematics Education, Discussion Facilitation, Education Software and Technology, Simulations, Arithmetic, Cultural Responsiveness

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Intro to Artificial Intelligence on Microsoft Azure

      Skills you'll gain: Anomaly Detection, Computer Vision, Microsoft Azure, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Azure Active Directory, Machine Learning, Generative AI, Predictive Modeling, Information Privacy

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Data Analysis with Python: Inform a Business Decision

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Exploratory Data Analysis, Business Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Python Programming, Data Import/Export, Promotional Strategies

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Effective Presentations and Persuasive Writing

      Skills you'll gain: Request for Proposal, Presentations, Technical Communication, Persuasive Communication, Proposal Writing, Business Writing, Intercultural Competence, Public Speaking, Design Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, Strategic Communication, Innovation, Professional Development, Target Audience

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      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      What Are Service-Level Agreements (SLAs)?

      Skills you'll gain: Service Level Agreement, Service Level, Service Management, Performance Measurement, Vendor Contracts, Customer Service, Cloud Services, Performance Metric, Expectation Management, Cloud Storage, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Negotiation, Communication

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      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      BCG

      La transformation numérique

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Product Lifecycle Management, Technology Strategies, Design Thinking, Competitive Analysis, Business Process Automation, Growth Strategies, Business Strategies, Technology Roadmaps, Emerging Technologies, Business Economics, Innovation, Leadership, Communication

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Feedback Loops: Vertical Feedback

      Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Empathy, Mentorship, Supervision, Communication Strategies, Tactfulness, Performance Review, Emotional Intelligence, Coaching, Self-Awareness, Leadership Development, Organizational Leadership, Communication, Resilience, Positivity

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Gemini for Beginners: Develop a Social Media Marketing Plan

      Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Calendar Management, Scheduling, Google Sheets, Project Management Software, Social Media Marketing, Team Management, Content Creation, Social Media Strategy, Artificial Intelligence

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

      Fundamentos de UX para el desarrollo de software

      Skills you'll gain: Human Computer Interaction, Prototyping, Usability, User Experience, User Interface (UI) Design, Interaction Design, User Centered Design, Human Factors, User Research, Design Thinking, Information Architecture

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Onboarding: Automating Employee Journeys

      Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Automation, Employee Surveys, Employee Onboarding, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Generative AI Agents, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Document Management, ChatGPT, Employee Engagement, Data Analysis

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas

      Urban Landscapes of Care - Designing child friendly cities

      Skills you'll gain: Childhood Education and Development, Child Development, Community Development, Working With Children, Human Centered Design, Design Research, Qualitative Research, Graphical Tools, Design Strategies, Design, Program Evaluation, Collaboration, Communication Strategies, Cultural Diversity, Empathy

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Marketing e Data Science: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Number Sense for Primary Education with PhET Simulations: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Intro to Artificial Intelligence on Microsoft Azure: Microsoft
    • Data Analysis with Python: Inform a Business Decision: Coursera Project Network
    • Effective Presentations and Persuasive Writing: Johns Hopkins University
    • What Are Service-Level Agreements (SLAs)?: Coursera Instructor Network
    • La transformation numérique: BCG
    • Feedback Loops: Vertical Feedback : University of Michigan
    • Gemini for Beginners: Develop a Social Media Marketing Plan: Coursera Project Network
    • Fundamentos de UX para el desarrollo de software: Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

    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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