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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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      Google

      Design Prompts for Everyday Work Tasks

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Brainstorming, Concision, Productivity, Business Writing, Creativity, Cognitive flexibility

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      403 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Applied Plotting, Charting & Data Representation in Python

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Matplotlib, Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Presentation, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphing, Data Manipulation, Scatter Plots, Python Programming

      4.5
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Yale University

      Narrative Economics

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Behavioral Economics, Economics, Forecasting, Systems Thinking, Socioeconomics, Data Collection, Analysis, Research, Complex Problem Solving, Business Ethics

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Northwestern University

      Sports Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Communications, Event Marketing, Revenue Management, Marketing, Media and Communications, Social Media, Brand Loyalty, Public Relations, Crisis Management, Loyalty Programs, Press Releases, Marketing Strategies, Customer Engagement, Strategic Partnership

      4.7
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Yale University

      Understanding Medical Research: Your Facebook Friend is Wrong

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Biostatistics, Scientific Methods, Clinical Research, Data Literacy, Medical Terminology, Epidemiology, Risk Analysis

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Introduction to Agile Development and Scrum

      Skills you'll gain: Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Sprint Planning, User Story, Backlogs, Performance Measurement, Kanban Principles, Workflow Management, GitHub, Continuous Improvement Process, Estimation

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Amsterdam

      Quantitative Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Research Design, Sampling (Statistics), Research, Research Methodologies, Data Collection, Quantitative Research, Surveys, Social Sciences, Qualitative Research, Peer Review, Experimentation, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Learn English: Advanced Academic Speaking and Listening

      Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Presentations, Public Speaking, Non-Verbal Communication, Oral Comprehension, Active Listening, English Language, Constructive Feedback, Critical Thinking, Vocabulary, Interpersonal Communications, Collaboration, Communication, Organizational Skills, Planning, Analytical Skills, Detail Oriented, Stress Management, Creativity

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      University of California, Davis

      Materials Science: 10 Things Every Engineer Should Know

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Analysis, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Failure Analysis, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Physical Science

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Intuit

      Assets in Accounting

      Skills you'll gain: Inventory Accounting, Fixed Asset, Accounts Receivable, Property Accounting, Inventory Control, Depreciation, Inventory Management System, Ledgers (Accounting), Asset Management, Accounting, Accounting Records, Cash Receipts, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Bookkeeping, Cost Accounting, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Financial Statements, Lease Contracts

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Virtual Teacher

      Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Learning Management Systems, Parent Communication, Education Software and Technology, Instructional Strategies, Student Engagement, Student Support and Services, Teaching, Curriculum Planning, Community Development, Augmented Reality, Classroom Management, Virtual Teams, Technology Solutions, Differentiated Instruction, Relationship Building, Communication Strategies, Virtual Environment, Planning, Collaboration

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of London

      Virtual Reality

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Reality, Unity Engine, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Video Game Development, Game Design, Prototyping, Animations, Virtual Environment, Interaction Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Human Computer Interaction, Storyboarding, Display Devices, Conceptual Design, Usability Testing, Non-Verbal Communication, User Experience Design, User Interface (UI)

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Design Prompts for Everyday Work Tasks: Google
    • Applied Plotting, Charting & Data Representation in Python: University of Michigan
    • Narrative Economics: Yale University
    • Sports Marketing: Northwestern University
    • Understanding Medical Research: Your Facebook Friend is Wrong: Yale University
    • Introduction to Agile Development and Scrum: IBM
    • Quantitative Methods: University of Amsterdam
    • Learn English: Advanced Academic Speaking and Listening: University of California, Irvine
    • Materials Science: 10 Things Every Engineer Should Know: University of California, Davis
    • Assets in Accounting: Intuit

    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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