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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Creating Database Tables with SQL

    Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, Database Design, Database Development, SQL, Database Software, Database Management, Databases, Database Systems, Data Integrity

    ★ 4.6 (324) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • E

    Emory University

    Consulting Tools and Tips

    Skills you'll gain: Consulting, Management Consulting, Excel Formulas, Benchmarking, Microsoft Excel, Analytical Skills, Business Research, Data Collection, Spreadsheet Software, Competitive Intelligence, Market Research, Competitive Analysis, Data Modeling, Performance Measurement, Supply Chain, Business Strategy, Market Dynamics, Gap Analysis

    ★ 4.9 (414) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    Emory University

    Health in Complex Humanitarian Emergencies

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Epidemiology, Community Health, Nutrition and Diet, Emergency Response, Crisis Intervention, Sanitation, Nutrition Education, Infection Control, Health Promotion, Social and Human Services, Environment Health And Safety, Community Mental Health Services, Water Resources, Infectious Diseases, Chronic Diseases, Health Administration, Hand Hygiene, Mental Health

    ★ 4.7 (375) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Starweaver

    Relationship Management and Business Development

    Skills you'll gain: Relationship Management, Trustworthiness, Customer Relationship Building, Rapport Building, Business Development, Customer Retention, Communication, Business Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Organizational Development, Upselling, Active Listening

    ★ 4.5 (261) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Social Determinants of Health

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Social Determinants Of Health, Social Justice, Intercultural Competence, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Cultural Responsiveness, Public Health, Diversity Awareness, Community Health, Health Policy, Health Systems, Socioeconomics, Cultural Sensitivity, Discussion Facilitation

    ★ 4.6 (47) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Actúa ante el dolor crónico

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Communication, Patient Education and Support, Stress Management, Care Management, Personal Care, Chronic Diseases, Resilience, Goal Setting, Mindfulness, Mental Health, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Overcoming Obstacles, Communication, Exercise Therapy, Nutrition and Diet

    ★ 4.6 (294) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Utrecht University

    Professionalism in an era of change

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Adult Education, Professionalism, Professional Development, Organizational Development, Social Sciences, Organizational Change, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Workforce Development, Organizational Structure, Sociology, Psychology, Leadership, Personal Development, Empowerment, Leadership Development

    ★ 4.6 (80) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Health for All Through Primary Health Care

    Skills you'll gain: Primary Care, Health Equity, Community Health, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Health Education, Health Disparities, Health Promotion, Preventative Care, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Systems, Health Care

    ★ 4.7 (288) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Drug Development and Pharmacoepidemiology

    Skills you'll gain: Medication Therapy Management, Drug Development, Clinical Trials, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacotherapy, Pharmacology, Medical Prescription, Patient Education And Counseling, Clinical Pharmacy, Clinical Research, Patient Education and Support, Pre-Clinical Development, Patient Safety, Statistical Analysis, Value-Based Care, Epidemiology, Utilization Management, Program Evaluation, Public Health, Data Analysis

    ★ 4.7 (142) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft 365 with Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Responsible AI, Presentations, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Teams, Data Storytelling, Predictive Modeling, Email Automation, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard Creation, Data Synthesis, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Word, Microsoft 365, Data Analysis

    ★ 4.6 (85) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • S

    SAP

    Foundations of Business Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Business Analysis, SAP Signavio, Stakeholder Engagement, SAP Analytics Cloud, Stakeholder Communications, Business Analysis Tools, SAP Applications, Stakeholder Analysis, ChatGPT, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Strategy, Communication, Critical Thinking

    ★ 4.4 (124) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Innovative Governance of Large Urban Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Community Development, Governance, Land Management, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Systems Thinking, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Administration, Information Technology, Economic Development, Socioeconomics, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Financial Policy, Social Impact, Digital Transformation, Technology Strategies, Stakeholder Engagement, Case Studies

    ★ 4.7 (185) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Creating Database Tables with SQL: Coursera
  • Consulting Tools and Tips: Emory University
  • Health in Complex Humanitarian Emergencies: Emory University
  • Relationship Management and Business Development : Starweaver
  • Social Determinants of Health : University of Michigan
  • Actúa ante el dolor crónico: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Professionalism in an era of change: Utrecht University
  • Health for All Through Primary Health Care: Johns Hopkins University
  • Drug Development and Pharmacoepidemiology: Johns Hopkins University
  • Microsoft 365 with Generative AI: Microsoft

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