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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 Colorado Boulder

    Battery State-of-Health (SOH) Estimation

    Skills you'll gain: Estimation, Model Evaluation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Laboratory Testing, Matlab, Numerical Analysis, Electric Power Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Model Optimization, Statistical Methods, Mathematical Software, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Algorithms

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    158 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Applying Data Analytics in Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Financial Data, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Performance Measurement, Financial Forecasting, Market Data, Forecasting, Analytics, Financial Trading, Financial Analysis, R Programming, Financial Market, Portfolio Risk, Trend Analysis, Investment Management, Investments, Model Evaluation, Statistical Methods, Correlation Analysis, Risk Analysis

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    223 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Homeland Security & Cybersecurity Connection - It's Not About the Terrorists

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure Security, Public Safety and National Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Management, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Policies, Threat Management, Computer Security, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, World History

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    383 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Negotiation Skills and Effective Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Emotional Intelligence, Communication, Conflict Management, Relationship Building, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, De-escalation Techniques, Active Listening

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    87 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Inteligencia Artificial centrada en el ser humano

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI literacy, Responsible AI, Human Machine Interfaces, Agentic systems, Machine Learning, Human Computer Interaction, Social Impact, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    122 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universidad Austral

    Aprendiendo a aprender para jóvenes

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Lifelong Learning, Human Learning, Willingness To Learn, Time Management, Prioritization, Mental Concentration, Productivity, Persistence, Curiosity, Cognitive flexibility, Growth Mindedness, Self-Awareness, Exercise Science

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    477 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    Emory University

    The Psychology of Thrill Seekers

    Skills you'll gain: Habit Formation, Mental and Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health, Psychology, Human Development, Biology, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Risk Management, Physiology, Interpersonal Communications

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    102 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    ESCP Business School

    Comprendre l'écologie, pour une économie innovante

    Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Sustainable Development, Environmental Laws, Climate Change Programs, Environment, Environmental Science, Sustainable Business, Oil and Gas, Environment and Resource Management, Socioeconomics, Economic Development, Social Determinants Of Health, Natural Resource Management, Economics, Public Health, Innovation, Governance

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    324 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The University of Sydney

    Cultural Competence - Aboriginal Sydney

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Social Studies, Culture, Public History, Advocacy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    306 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • W

    Wesleyan University

    History of Mental Illness

    Skills you'll gain: Psychiatry, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychology, Psychotherapy, Mental Health Therapies, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacotherapy

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    153 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Procurement Negotiation

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Price Negotiation, Procurement, Goal Setting, Overcoming Objections, Communication, Business Research, Oral Expression

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    256 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Data Structures and Design Patterns for Game Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unity Engine, Software Design Patterns, Data Structures, C# (Programming Language), Video Game Development, Software Design, Programming Principles, Graph Theory, Software Architecture, Algorithms

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    149 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Battery State-of-Health (SOH) Estimation: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Applying Data Analytics in Finance: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Homeland Security & Cybersecurity Connection - It's Not About the Terrorists: University of Colorado System
  • Negotiation Skills and Effective Communication : Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Inteligencia Artificial centrada en el ser humano: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Aprendiendo a aprender para jóvenes: Universidad Austral
  • The Psychology of Thrill Seekers: Emory University
  • Comprendre l'écologie, pour une économie innovante: ESCP Business School
  • Cultural Competence - Aboriginal Sydney: The University of Sydney
  • History of Mental Illness: Wesleyan University

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