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Social Work Courses

Social work courses can help you learn case management, community outreach strategies, crisis intervention techniques, and the principles of social justice. You can build skills in effective communication with clients, conducting needs assessments, and developing intervention plans tailored to diverse populations. Many courses introduce tools like assessment frameworks, data analysis software, and client management systems, that support tracking progress and evaluating the impact of social work initiatives.

Popular Social Work Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Geneva

    Drugs, drug use, drug policy and health

    Skills you'll gain: Substance Abuse, Pharmaceuticals, Social Justice, Health Disparities, Pharmacology, Medical Prescription, Public Health, Health Policy, Pain Management, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Community Health, Advocacy, International Relations, Policy Development

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    275 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Optimizing Diversity on Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Programs, Diversity Training, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Diversity, Team Management, Team Building, Workplace inclusivity, Intercultural Competence, Team Performance Management, Conflict Management, Cultural Sensitivity, Culture, Employee Engagement

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    183 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    Tel Aviv University

    The Emergence of the Modern Middle East - Part II

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, World History, International Relations, Policy Analysis, Social Studies, Diplomacy, Social Justice, Culture, Governance, Sociology, Security Strategy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    519 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Macquarie University

    Online Learning Design for Educators

    Skills you'll gain: Instructional Design, Multimedia, Pedagogy, Discussion Facilitation, Presentations, Student Engagement, Design Reviews, Teaching, Peer Review, Visual Design, Graphic Design, Classroom Management, Media Production, Creative Design, Collaborative Software, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Learning Strategies, Security Controls, Augmented Reality, Information Privacy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    429 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • T

    Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

    Innovation Career Lessons from a Master

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Team Building, Ideation, Creative Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Creativity, Visionary, Initiative and Leadership, New Product Development, Action Oriented, Strategic Planning, Persistence, Usability, Overcoming Obstacles, Overcoming Objections, Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    351 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Comunicación, experimentación y aprendizaje en liderazgo

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Teamwork, Team Performance Management, Community Organizing, Team Management, Team Building, Team Oriented, Social Skills, Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Team Leadership, Leadership Development, Shared Media, Strategic Leadership, Community Development, Interpersonal Communications, Drive Engagement, Professional Development, Courage

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    568 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    CVS Health

    Introduction to Customer Service

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, De-escalation Techniques, Customer Service, Empathy, Call Center Experience, Customer Support, Greeting Customers, Retail Sales, Transaction Processing, Customer Complaint Resolution, Retail Store Operations, Problem Solving, Time Management, Conflict Management, Ability To Meet Deadlines, Root Cause Analysis, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication, Positivity

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    366 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Trello for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Kanban Principles, Agile Methodology, Workflow Management, Prioritization, Collaborative Software, Project Management Software, Organizational Skills, Lean Methodologies, Project Management, User Accounts, Administration

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    185 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Advanced Instructional Strategies in the Virtual Classroom

    Skills you'll gain: Drive Engagement, Parent Communication, Student Engagement, Student Support and Services, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Pedagogy, Community Development, Instructional Design, K-12 pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Motivational Skills, Digital pedagogy, Lifelong Learning, Blended Learning, Relationship Building, Diversity and Inclusion, Communication Strategies, Content Creation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    584 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Corruption

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Case Studies, Risk Control, Compliance Management, Governance, Social Impact, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Policy Analysis, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Fraud detection, Social Sciences, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Analysis, Political Sciences, Psychology, Economic Development

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    552 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Unilever

    Unilever Digital Marketing Analyst

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Marketing Automation, Web Analytics, Data Presentation, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Analytics, Customer Insights, Digital Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Campaign Management, Digital Marketing Tools, Web Analytics and SEO, Market Analysis, Social Media Marketing, Digital Media Strategy, Customer Analysis, Search Engine Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Data-Driven Marketing, Google Analytics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    339 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Lausanne

    Challenging Forensic Science: How Science Should Speak to Court

    Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Statistical Reporting, Court Systems, Legal Proceedings, Laboratory Reports, Scientific Methods, Investigation, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Research, Technical Communication, Case Studies, Molecular Biology, Verification And Validation

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    531 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Drugs, drug use, drug policy and health : University of Geneva
  • Optimizing Diversity on Teams: University of Pennsylvania
  • The Emergence of the Modern Middle East - Part II: Tel Aviv University
  • Online Learning Design for Educators: Macquarie University
  • Innovation Career Lessons from a Master: Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
  • Comunicación, experimentación y aprendizaje en liderazgo: Universidad de los Andes
  • Introduction to Customer Service: CVS Health
  • Trello for Beginners: Coursera
  • Advanced Instructional Strategies in the Virtual Classroom: University of California, Irvine
  • Corruption: University of Pennsylvania

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